Research Assistant

**Research Assistant - AIM Clinic**:
**Position Number**: 0065810
**Location**: Parkville
**Role type**: Part-time; Fixed-term for 20 months
**Faculty**:Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Heath Sciences
**Department**:Department of Psychiatry
**Salary**:Academic A - $83,468 - $113,262 p.a. plus 17% super
- Contribute to groundbreaking clinical trials / Support novel treatments for mood disorders / Shape the future of mental health care
- to play a crucial role in cutting-edge research that could transform treatments for bipolar and unipolar depression
- Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

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**Your next career opportunity**
As a Research Assistant in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Melbourne, you'll be at the forefront of mood disorder research. Based at the Royal Melbourne Hospital's AIM Clinic, you'll support innovative clinical trials investigating novel treatments for difficult-to-treat depression. This role offers you the chance to contribute to groundbreaking research, work with leading experts, and potentially impact the lives of those struggling with severe mood disorders.

**Your responsibilities will include**:

- Facilitate Trial Recruitment: Liaise with local networks to encourage referrals and enrol participants in clinical trials.
- Conduct Assessments: Perform and record research assessments using standardised clinical instruments.
- Ensure Data Integrity: Collect, record, and maintain accurate study data in compliance with ethical and regulatory standards.
- Support Trial Operations: Assist with clinical trial treatments and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders.
- Contribute to Research Outputs: Assist in data analysis, report writing, and contributions to publications and presentations.

**You may be a great fit if**:
You hold an Honours or post-graduate degree in behavioural or social sciences, mental health nursing, or a related discipline, with experience in research and conducting assessments.

**You may also**:

- Have experience contributing to independent or team-based research projects.
- Possess highly developed organisational and time-management skills.
- Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with stakeholders.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Show commitment to the University's values of collaboration, compassion, respect, integrity, and accountability.
- Be familiar with research ethics and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) requirements.

For further information please refer to the attached PD.

**What we offer you**
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:

- Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
- Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance
- Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
- Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program
- Comprehensive career development and training, plus a 25% discount on UniMelb graduate courses for your immediate family members

For more information check out our benefits page

**Your new team -**Department of Psychiatry**
The Department of Psychiatry at the University of Melbourne is a leading institution focused on advancing mental health research and education. With a dedicated team and diverse research areas, we strive to improve understanding and treatment of mental health disorders. Join us to make a meaningful impact and shape the future of mental health.

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