Research Officer

3 weeks ago


Perth, Australia Curtin University of Technology Full time

$89,919 - $95,391 (G06) plus 17% superannuation
- Fixed term full time role until 31st December 2024
- Extensive learning and development opportunities

**Job Reference: 1108548**

The School of Population Health delivers a range of public health and psychology undergraduate courses and specialist postgraduate courses, as well as short courses designed for those working in the health sector who want to add new or specialist skills to their repertoire.

The school recognises the strain placed on community health and mental wellbeing from the emergence of new diseases, the threat of global climate change and terrorism, the stead increase of the world’s population, and the globalisation of world economies.

**Your New role**

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In this impactful and rewarding role, you will provide research and administrative support to the Academic Project Lead across a range of functions associated with the successful execution of research projects. This may include coordinating project activities and implementing project deliverables, managing data and working with researchers to draft reports and research documentation.

This position presents an exciting opportunity to support a pilot program to translate mental health research into practice. The role will develop critical foundation work in conducting annual surveys with the student body to screen for suicide risk, oversee risk assessment calls, develop policy and implementation plans, and report writing. The role will provide opportunities to strengthen local and inter-jurisdictional networks across health systems, academic sectors, and non-government organisations.

**In this role, you will**
- Coordinate project activities and liaise with project stakeholders and participants to facilitate project outcomes.
- Participate in the conduct of research activities/experiments/field trips in accordance with the skills required of the position.
- Collate, synthesise, review and summarise information from literature searches.
- Analyse complex data sets, interpret experimental results, and document findings.
- Comply and adhere to Occupational Health and Safety criteria at all times.
- Comply with national and state legislation and regulations relevant to the research area’s activities and University requirements.
- Undertake other activities which the incumbent might reasonably be expected to do, and which are consistent with the accountabilities and responsibilities as listed above.

**We are looking for someone with**
- Demonstrated discipline specific knowledge and experience in relevant scientific/research methods, techniques and protocols, particularly in the field of suicide prevention or student mental health
- Demonstrated organisational skills with the ability to coordinate and implement project activities, prioritise work activities and meet deadlines.
- Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability analyse and present data.
- Demonstrated effective written communication skills with the ability to construct clear and concise reports.
- Demonstrated effective interpersonal and oral communication skills with the ability to communicate professionally with people of all levels with cross cultural sensitivity.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively, independently and with others as a team.

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact
**Penelope Hasking** on

**About us**

We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide Australia and the world with quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin to be a friendly place where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are a part of everyday life. Our vibrant campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, and endless food options including a supermarket.

We offer generous superannuation and salary packaging benefits. We are committed to looking after our employees by promoting health and wellbeing, work flexibility, and personal development opportunities.

**Join us**

Please provide a cover letter and your CV to allow us to assess your suitability for this role.

**Applications close: 10pm AWST, Tuesday 15th August 2023.**

Applicants should note that prior to appointment, you will need to have a current National Police Records check, and undergo character, integrity, and reference checks.

As this is a fixed-term contract role, you will require current work rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role.



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