Research Officer

3 days ago

Clayton, Australia Monash University Full time

**The Opportunity**

Join Monash University’s Exercise Physiology and Environment Health Research Laboratory as a Research Officer and contribute to a ground-breaking project aimed at improving cycling infrastructure. This role supports a National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) Ideas Grant, working to develop novel tools that measure people’s experiences while riding and help design infrastructure that promotes cycling for diverse populations.

You will project manage and conduct physiological experiments using a virtual reality (VR) bike simulator, perform data analysis, and contribute to the overall research effort. This role involves specialized equipment use, procedure development, and maintaining compliance with research protocols.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Manage and conduct physiological experiments using the VR bike simulator
- Coordinate ethics submissions, participant recruitment, and trial management
- Perform data collection, input, and analysis, preparing results in line with research objectives
- Ensure compliance with research methodology, protocols, and safety regulations
- Assist in preparing reports, literature reviews, and other documentation
- Support the achievement of research outcomes through scheduling, administering experiments, and maintaining project timelines
- Continuously improve research procedures and quality assurance standards
- Maintain communication with colleagues, collaborators, and stakeholders to support research objectives

**Key Selection Criteria**:

- Tertiary qualification in a relevant field, or substantial relevant work experience
- Strong analytical and technical skills, including data analysis and effective use of technical methods
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
- Demonstrated project administration experience in supporting research projects
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team under general supervision
- Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and understanding of confidentiality principles
- Well-developed communication skills, with experience drafting documentation and reports
- High level of computer literacy, including experience with new software packages
- Experience in physiological monitoring and conducting human experiments

**About Monash University**

At Monash, work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, from contributing to something groundbreaking - a place where great things happen.

We value difference and diversity, and welcome and celebrate everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. That’s why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.

Learn more about Monash.

**Be part of our story. Work with us to **#ChangeIt**.**

**Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements.** We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents.

**To Apply**

Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.

**Position Description**:Research Officer

**Applications Close**:Monday 4 November 2024, 11:55pm AEDT

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