Research Assistant

An exciting research position in medical research
- Help us to accelerate innovations to prevent or treat chronic diseases
- Attractive salary packaging & superannuation options

**About QIMR Berghofer**:
QIMR Berghofer is a world-leading translational medical research institute focused on improving health by developing new diagnostics, better treatments and prevention strategies, specifically in the areas of Cancer, Infection and Inflammation, Mental Health and Neuroscience, and Population Health. Based in Herston, Brisbane and working in close collaboration with clinicians and other research institutes, QIMR Berghofer is home to more than 600 scientists, students and non-research staff.

**About Statistical Genetics Laboratory**:
The Statistical Genetics group develops and applies statistical methods to gene mapping studies across a wide range of traits and diseases.

A major interest is translation of the genetic discoveries to enhance patient outcomes, with work ongoing to develop novel genetic tests for skin cancer, colorectal cancer and eye diseases to help clinicians triage high risk individuals for personalised care.

**Role Purpose / Responsibilities**:
The main responsibilities are;
- Recruit eligible participants for a range of studies focusing on chronic diseases.
- Provide potential participants with information about the study, answer any questions they may have, and obtain informed consent.
- Manage research ethics for new and ongoing studies.
- Ensure that all recruitment procedures comply with ethical guidelines and regulations.
- Maintain accurate records of all recruitment activities, including participant contact details and consent forms.
- Liaise with the study team, and collaborators to coordinate participant enrolment and data collection.
- Manage research databases.
- Organise research meetings with different national and international stakeholders.
- Draft other relevant research documents that are important for new and ongoing studies.
- Assist with designing online surveys, data entry and cleaning, as required.
- Adhere to study protocols and timelines.
- Maintain confidentiality and respect the privacy of participants at all times

**About you**:
We are seeking a highly motivated and organised Research Assistant to recruit participants and manage research studies on chronic diseases.

You are required to have;
- Bachelor's or Master’s degree in a health-related field (e.g. public health)
- Experience in study participant enrolment is highly desirable.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex information clearly and concisely.
- Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
- Attention to detail and accuracy in data collection and record-keeping
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Flexibility and willingness to adapt to changing study needs.
- Ability to liaise with different stakeholders.
- Experience in data analysis, presentation and scientific writing are added advantage, but not crucial.

**Remuneration**:Salary is $60,922 - $71,272 p.a. (pro rata) plus super and generous salary packaging. This is a part-time (0.8 FTE), fixed-term appointment for 12 months. Level of appointment will be dependent on skills and experience.

**Closing Date: Tuesday, 4 February 2025**

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process

**What we offer**:

- Salary Packaging
- Bonus Superannuation
- State of the art facilities
- Stimulating work setting focussed on cutting edge medical research
- Supportive/collaborative team environment
- Parental Leave Provisions