Nutrition Research Coordinator

3 days ago

Heidelberg, Australia University of Melbourne Full time

**Job no**: 0062317
**Location**:Austin Health - Heidelberg
**Role type**:Full-time; Fixed-term for 12 months
**Faculty**:Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences
**Department/School**:Department of Medicine, Melbourne Medical School
**Salary**:Level A - $80,258- $108,906 p.a. plus 17% super
- **Lead research assessments in aged-care homes for groundbreaking Bone Health Program.**:

- **Gain valuable experience in research methodology while contributing to improved health outcomes.**:

- **Salary packaging, subsidised health and wellbeing services, fitness and cultural clubs, Myki discounts, and a 25% discount on graduate courses to our staff and their immediate families**

**About the Role**
This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated individual to join our team as the Nutrition Research Co-ordinator at the Department of Medicine, Austin Health. You will play a vital role in the Bone Health Program, conducting assessments in aged-care homes and contributing to groundbreaking research under the guidance of Dr. Sandra Iuliano. This role offers the chance to make a tangible impact on the health and well-being of older adults, while also providing valuable experience in research methodology and team collaboration.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Conducting dietary and nutritional assessments across multiple aged care homes and co-ordinate casual Nutritional Assessment Assistants.
- Managing nutritional assessment tasks for the study as per the protocol including:

- Scheduling and management of dietary nutrition assessments of residents in aged care homes.
- Performing nutritional assessments using the standard methods such as observed intake and the Mini Nutrition Assessment.
- Analysing dietary intake data using computerised nutrition programs such as FoodWorks.
- Manage database

**Who We Are Looking For**
You're patient and empathic, adept at building rapport with diverse communities. Your strong communication and organisation skills ensure effective, independent work.

You will also have:

- Bachelor degree or equivalent in the field of nutrition / dietetics and relevant experience or significant progress towards such a qualification with relevant experience.
- Proficient computer skills demonstrated by competent use of standard MS-Office software tools, the internet, and computer programs related to nutritional assessments such as FoodWorks software and data management programs such as RedCap
- Experience with individual dietary and nutrition assessments

For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.

**Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position**. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

**Your New Team - Department of Medicine**
Step into the world of impactful medical education and pioneering research with the Department of Medicine at the prestigious Melbourne Medical School. As a vital hub within the University of Melbourne teaching hospitals, we are at the forefront of clinical, educational, and research endeavours. Our reach spans across renowned institutions like Royal Melbourne Hospital, St Vincent’s Hospital, Austin Health, Western Health, and Northern Health, offering you a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge clinical trials and innovative healthcare research.

**What We Offer You**
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses. For more information, check out our benefits page

**About the University of Melbourne**
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