Mental Health Research Coordinator
2 weeks ago
The University of Newcastle is a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. We are seeking a highly organized and passionate Research Assistant to join our multidisciplinary team at the Hunter Medical Research Institute (HMRI), located on the Awabakal and Worimi land.
This fixed term position, until February 2026, will be part-time, and we are open to considering flexible working arrangements. The University of Newcastle's Looking Ahead Strategic Plan 2020-2025 outlines our commitment to delivering an exceptional student experience and serving our communities.
About the Role
As a Research Assistant, you will work closely with Researchers and Project Managers, supporting the team's efforts across various projects and research activities. Your primary focus will include assisting with ethics applications, recruiting participants, collecting data, and helping the team achieve key research milestones.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct literature searches and prepare supporting documents for grant applications.
- Assist in implementing research activities, including developing and submitting ethics applications.
- Engage in participant recruitment and conduct data collection for studies.
- Prepare research reports and assist in the submission of manuscripts to academic journals.
- Strong communication skills, empathy, and respect as engaging with key stakeholders including researchers and community members is a key component of this role.
About You
To succeed in this role, you'll need:
- A background in behavioural science, public health, social science, psychology, or a related health field.
- Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach to team dynamics.
- Experience working with healthcare professionals and engaging in healthcare environments.
- An understanding of quantitative research methodologies (desirable).
- Proficiency in software and data tools such as RIMS, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and RedCAP.
What We Offer
We offer a range of benefits to our employees to ensure you balance your commitments, stay healthy, and work effectively. These include:
- A competitive salary of $77,858 to $90,316 p.a., plus superannuation, and is commensurate with skills and experience.
- Flexible working arrangements (in line with the University's Flexible Work Policy).
- 17% super and salary packaging.
- Additional University Holiday days, generous personal leave, and parental leave.
- Discounts in private health insurance, gym memberships, software, travel, and more.
- Wellbeing programs.
How to Apply
Please visit our website for a guide on how to apply for a role. Ensure you include your resume, a cover letter outlining your motivation to apply, and a statement addressing the Essential Criteria listed below.
Essential Criteria
- A degree in behavioural science, public health, social science, psychology, or other health-related discipline.
- Highly developed interpersonal skills including the ability to participate in a team environment demonstrating clear communication and mutual respect.
- Demonstrated high-level time management and organisational skills, with proven ability to establish priorities and meet deadlines.
- Demonstrated ability to monitor, track, and report on the status of project deliverables.
- Demonstrated ability to engage and work with practicing medical, nursing, and/or allied health clinicians.
- Demonstrated methodological skills and understanding of quantitative analysis (desirable).
- Experience in using word processing, governance, and data management packages (including for example RIMS, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and RedCAP).
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