Research Assistant

3 weeks ago

Perth, Australia Murdoch University Full time

People of Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Fixed Term (end 12/2024), Full Time
- Classification HEW0404 | $67,000 - $74,000 plus 17% employer superannuation contributions
- Salary Packaging opportunities
- Ref: JR102398

About Us

The Ngangk Yira Institute for Change (Ngangk Yira) is one of the four key Murdoch University institutes that bring together leading researchers from centres and across the University to deliver world class multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary translational research that benefits the Aboriginal community government and industry. Ngangk Yira brings together the disciplines that contribute to ensuring quality research evidence underpins Murdoch University’s commitment to excellence in Aboriginal health and social equity research.

Ngangk Yira is founded on principles of meaningful community engagement, professional collaborations, and Aboriginal-led research. These, together with engagement of Aboriginal Elders, Aboriginal communities, and the preservation of cultural wisdom and data sovereignty, ensures Ngangk Yira is championing meaningful, co-designed research for the health and social equity of Aboriginal people, families, and communities.

The Role

Located within the Yoga Maaman Koolanga Research Centre in the Ngangk Yira Institute for Change at Murdoch University, the Research Assistant role for the Jinda Maawit project offers an opportunity for a confident and methodical person to contribute to progressing the project undertakings.

Jinda Maawit is concerned with gaining insights into reducing Aboriginal stillbirth using a community-led approach with the aim of developing and integrating new evidence for use in health care services and systems policies to address this ongoing and vexing issue. Ideally an Aboriginal appointment, the role is highly suited to someone with healthcare and/or research experience and a cultural understanding of birthing for Aboriginal women and families.

What you’ll bring to this role
- Demonstrated experience of working effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples/communities and/or Aboriginal women and their families,
- Experience of working collaboratively in a diverse and multidisciplinary team and contributing to the successful achievement of the research program goals,
- Experience in qualitative research (particularly using participatory or Indigenous research methods) or mixed methods research,
- Ability to successfully engage with Aboriginal people as research participants and conduct culturally safe interviews as part of the data collection for the project,
- Knowledge of service and support systems for pregnant women in Noongar Boodja (country),
- Experience in community-based research, co-design and evaluation.

Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements, duties, skills and experience required for this role. Applicants must have valid work rights.

What you’ll get in return

You will be part of a vibrant and talented team, work in an innovative and lively university community and enjoy the benefits that come with working at Murdoch.

Our people enjoy a lively, natural campus and world-class facilities, as well as a range of benefits including:

- Competitive remuneration
- Paid leave entitlements
- Flexible work arrangements
- Salary packaging options
- Employee Assistance Program
- On Campus Services and Facilities, including a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital and Chiropractic Clinic

To Apply
- A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (with reference to the
- Position Description
)
- Your most recent resume (CV)

Position contact: Prof. Rhonda Marriott - Pro Vice Chancellor Ngangk Yira Institute for Change Research and Innovation.

Closing date: 25/06/2024 (11:59pm AWST)

The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.

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