Research Support Specialist

1 month ago

Saint Lucia, Queensland, Australia The University of Queensland Full time
About the Opportunity

The University of Queensland is seeking a highly skilled Research Support Specialist to join our team in a casual capacity. As a Research Support Specialist, you will provide support to staff at individual GPS schools, assisting with bio-sample collection, record keeping, and data collection processes.

Job Description

This is a casual position at HEW level 4, with an estimated hourly rate of $49.60 plus superannuation of 11.5%. The successful candidate will have experience in phlebotomy, be able to work well in a team environment, and possess excellent interpersonal skills.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assist school staff with preparation of facilities and bio-sampling kits
  • Record keeping and reporting: confirmation of participants' identity and consent, sample labelling, and completion of pathology and MRI request forms
  • Collection of bio-samples (blood, saliva, finger-prick) and transportation or booking/confirming sample transport with courier
  • Completion of SCAT5 and HIA2 assessment and recording of results in the World Rugby SCRM database
  • Providing instructions for computer-based cognitive testing to adolescent participants and supervision of test-taking
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • Tertiary qualifications in a science or health care discipline or relevant senior experience working in a science or health setting
  • Previous training and experience in Phlebotomy, with experience in conducting venepuncture on adolescents highly regarded
  • Own reliable transport to travel to study sites
  • Blue Card for working with children (can be organized through UQ)
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work well and flexibly in small teams and with a wide range of stakeholders
About You

We are looking for a motivated and experienced professional who can work independently and as part of a team. If you have a passion for research and a commitment to excellence, we encourage you to apply for this opportunity.

Salary

The estimated hourly rate for this position is $49.60, plus superannuation of 11.5%.

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