Research Assistant

3 days ago

Perth, Australia Curtin University of Technology Full time

$77,746 - $85,046 (G05) pro-rata plus 17% superannuation
- Fixed term (until April 2029), part-time position (0.5 FTE)
- Opportunity for ongoing career development

Make a real impact as a Research Assistant at Curtin University, supporting a Suicide Prevention Project.
- $77,746 - $85,046 (G05) pro-rata plus 17% superannuation
- Fixed term (until April 2029), part-time position (0.5 FTE)
- Opportunity for ongoing career development

**Job Reference: 1198399**

**Your new role**

The Partnership Project aims to facilitate mental health awareness and prevention initiatives, provide student-focused support for at-risk students, and provide staff training to implement a real whole-of-university approach from prevention to post-intervention. In addition, the project will address the critical need for suicide prevention efforts at a community level, reducing the significant distress and burden that each youth suicide brings.

As a Research Assistant, you will support the marketing and recruitment of students, assist with questions from clinical trainees, work with our Partners on outreach activities, support a peer network of students from across the country, and manage day-to-day operations. In this role, you will also assist with preparing annual reports and manuscripts for publication.

**In this role you will, but are not limited to**:

- Coordinate requirements, and prepare materials for, research activities/experiments/field trips. Liaise with project stakeholders and participants to arrange activities.
- Perform experiments and/or contribute to research activities in accordance with the skills required of the position.
- Undertake literature reviews.
- Undertake data collection and preliminary analysis.
- Assist with the drafting of progress reports and publications.
- Assist with the preparation of materials and organisation for conference presentations and workshops.
- Facilitate input and updating of research information/activity in relevant databases.
- Liaise with relevant internal and external stakeholders as necessary.
- Undertake other activities which the incumbent might reasonably be expected to do, and which are consistent with the accountabilities and responsibilities as listed above.

**Selection Criteria**
- Completion of a relevant degree; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
- Demonstrated experience in relevant scientific/research methods, techniques and protocols.
- Demonstrated organisational and administrative skills with the ability to coordinate activities and prioritise tasks.
- Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to collate and analyse data.
- Demonstrated effectiveness in both written and oral communication skills with the ability to liaise effectively with colleagues and stakeholders and to produce documentation which is clear and concise.
- Demonstrated competent in the use of word-processing and spreadsheet packages, including the ability to generate reports.
- Demonstrated ability to work autonomously as well as effectively as part of a team.

**About us**

**Curtin School of Population Health**

Curtin’s School of Population Health is a comprehensive academic school that delivers a range of undergraduate courses and numerous specialist courses in nutrition, dietetics, public health and psychology. The School is recognised nationally and internationally for research excellence, including in the area of nutrition and dietetics ranked well above world standard.

We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, and endless food options including a supermarket.

We encourage a progressive and diverse workplace, offering 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 addressing the selection criteria (noted above) and your CV to allow us to assess your suitability for this role.

To view a copy of the Position Description, please copy and past the following link into your web browser.

**Applications close**: Saturday, 27 April 2024, at 10:00 pm AWST

You will require current work rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role. _Only in limited situations will visa sponsorship situations be considered._

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