Research Assistant

4 days ago

Perth, Australia Curtin University of Technology Full time

$93,066 - $98,730 (G06) pro-rata, plus 17% Superannuation
- EOI Casual opportunity
- Great work environment and possible opportunity for extension

**Job Reference: 831369**

We are seeking a Research Assistant to join the Equip Project in the School of Population Health at Curtin University. The role is available on a casual basis (0.4 FTE), at pay-level G06.1, for 12 months (with opportunity for extension), starting immediately.

**In this role you will, but are not limited to**:

- Regional site visits
- Community engagement at local sites
- Organising site activities in WA
- Assisting with data collection in WA
- Liaising with local community connectors and data collectors
- Supporting local advisory groups
- Contributing to data analysis and publications
- Interview transcription
- Supporting roll out of community plans across local sites
- Providing assistance organising community events with local connectors
- Assisting with developing content for website and social media
- Attending quarterly project meetings

Located at Curtin Bentley, the successful applicant will work with an interdisciplinary team at the Curtin University School of Population Health.

**Join us**

To apply, please include a cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing the selection criteria (noted below) and your CV to allow us to assess your suitability for this role.
- Tertiary qualified, preferably in health, humanities or social sciences.
- An understanding of mental health and health services.
- Experience in relevant scientific/research methods, techniques and analyses.
- Ability to work independently and use initiative in problem solving.
- Highly effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work autonomously as well as effectively as part of a team.

**Desirable**
- Current driver’s license
- Any knowledge of, or experience in, mental health, rural health or clinical psychology or experience in clinical trials will be an advantage.
- Disclaimer_
- Curtin reserves the right at its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation at any time. We reserve the right to remove the advert earlier than the date on the advert._

**Why Choose Us?**

We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant Bentley campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, bus station, accessible parking and endless food options including a supermarket.

Aside from the vibrant campus life, we offer more than just a job. We encourage a progressive and diverse workplace and are committed to looking after our employees by promoting health and wellbeing, work flexibility, and personal development opportunities.

**Inclusion and Diversity at Curtin**

We are committed to ensuring that Curtin has an inclusive environment, free from harassment, in which all students, staff and the community feel respected, valued and welcome.

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