Nutrition Research Assistant

**Job no**: 0062333
**Location**: Austin Health - Heidelberg
**Role type**:Part-time (0.6 FTE); Fixed-term for 12 months
**Faculty**:Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences
**Department/School**: Department of Medicine, Melbourne Medical School
**Salary**:Level RA 1- $73,279 p.a. (pro rata) plus 17% super
- **Impactful role in bone health research.**:

- **Autonomy and professional development opportunities.**:

- **Salary packaging, subsidised health and wellbeing services, fitness and cultural clubs, Myki discounts, and a 25% discount on graduate courses to our staff and their immediate families**

**About the Role**
This is an exceptional opportunity for an individual passionate about nutrition and research. As the Nutrition Assessment Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in the Bone Health Program, working closely with Dr. Sandra Iuliano and the research team at Austin Health. Conducting dietary assessments in aged-care homes, you'll contribute to valuable insights in bone health research. With tailored training and the autonomy to manage your time effectively, this role offers both professional development and the chance to make meaningful contributions to healthcare.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Conducting dietary and nutritional assessments across multiple aged care homes involved in the study as per protocol including data entry.
- Liaise with and participate in regular meetings with the Nutrition Assessment Coordinator and when required with the research team.
- Maintain confidentiality at all times.

**Who We Are Looking For**
You excel at building rapport with diverse communities, demonstrating excellent interpersonal skills, and fostering effective communication. Your organisational prowess ensures timely completion of tasks, both independently and collaboratively.

You will also have:

- Bachelor degree or equivalent in the field of nutrition / dietetics and relevant experience or significant progress towards such a qualification with relevant experience.
- Proficient computer skills demonstrated by competent use of standard MS-Office software tools, the internet and computer programs related to nutritional assessments such as FoodWorks software and data management programs such as RedCap
- Experience with individual dietary and nutrition assessments.

For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.

**Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position**. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

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**What We Offer You**
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses. For more information, check out our benefits page

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