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The University of Queensland is seeking a Casual Research Assistant to support a study focused on developing a biomarker for concussion diagnosis and recovery. The study is a partnership between World Rugby, Rugby Australia, and the Great Public Schools Association.
As a Casual Research Assistant, you will provide support to staff at individual GPS schools, assisting with bio-sample collection, record keeping, and facilitating data collection processes. You will also be responsible for collecting bio-samples, transporting samples, and completing SCAT5 and HIA2 assessments.
This is a casual position at HEW level 4, with an hourly rate in the range of $47.34 to $50.20, plus superannuation of 11.5%. The appointed person(s) must be reliable, organised, and able to work self-directed in a busy environment.
Key Responsibilities- Assist school staff with preparation of facilities and preparation of correct 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 sample transport 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.
- Providing instructions for use of activity/sleep tracking smart device and exporting and uploading data when device is returned.
- Promoting the study to players and parents at game days and collecting expressions of interest (EOI) for participation.
- Tertiary qualifications, preferably in a science or health care discipline or relevant senior experience working in a science or health setting.
- Previous training and experience in Phlebotomy is essential, experience in conducting venepuncture on adolescents would be highly regarded.
- Must have own reliable transport to travel to study sites.
- Must hold Blue Card for working with children (can be organized through UQ).
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work well and flexibly i.e. autonomously, in small teams and with a wide range of varying stakeholders.
- Proficient in use of the Microsoft office suite of products including word, excel, PowerPoint and outlook.
- Ability to travel.
- Ability to work on Saturdays during the GPS rugby season (May to September).
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