Research Assistant-viral Hepatitis Clinical Research Program

2 weeks ago

Sydney, Australia University of New South Wales Full time

**Job no**: 530189
**Work type**: Part Time
**Location**: Sydney, NSW
**Categories**: Research Administration support, Clinical/Medical Research

**Employment Type**: Part Time, 7 hours per week

**Duration**: 1-year Fixed Term

**Remuneration**: $85,717 - $96,992 (based on experience) pro rata + 17% Super + Annual Leave Loading

**Location**: Kensington, Sydney, New South Wales

**To be successful you will hold Australian Working Rights or Australian Citizenship. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.**

**About The Kirby Institute**:
The Kirby Institute is a world-leading health research institute at UNSW Sydney. We work to eliminate infectious diseases, globally. Our specialisation is in developing health solutions for the most at-risk communities. Putting communities at the heart of our research, we develop tests, treatments, cures and prevention strategies that have the greatest chance of success.

**Why Your Role Matters**:
The Research Assistant will be responsible for the effective support and assistance of research projects in the fields of viral hepatitis and health of people who use drugs. This includes the provision of research assistance and support primarily for The National Australian Hepatitis C Point-of-Care Program.

This is a program funded by the Commonwealth Department of Health to establish a National Australian Hepatitis C Point-of-Care Testing Program, consisting of a network of sites to scale up point-of-care HCV testing in settings providing services to people at high risk of acquiring HCV infection.

This position is within the Viral Hepatitis Clinical Research Program and reports to the Clinical Trials Manager. This position has no direct reports.

**Skills and Experience**:

- Graduate biomedical science qualifications or other medical qualifications including Nursing and subsequent relevant experience in the conduct of multicentre clinical trials, or an equivalent level of knowledge gained through any other combination of education, training and/or experience.
- Excellent computer skills with Microsoft Office with a proven aptitude for learning new software packages, accessing research publications, and searching relevant databases. Excellent time management skills, with an ability to respond to changing priorities, manage multiple tasks and meet competing deadlines by using judgement and initiative.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a high level of attention to detail.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and productively within a team, but also to take initiative and work independently while managing competing demands.
- An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
- Knowledge of health & safety (psychosocial and physical) responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.

**Benefits and Culture**:
UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to a plethora of UNSW-perks including:

- 17% Superannuation and leave loading
- Flexible working
- Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period
- Access to lifelong learning and career development
- Progressive HR practices

More information on the great staff benefits and culture can be found here

**How to Apply**:
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Position Description

**Advertised**: 24 Jan 2025 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
**Applications close**: 09 Feb 2025 AUS Eastern Daylight Time

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