Research Assistant, Strep A and ARF Therapeutics

The Opportunity

At the Kids Research Institute Australia, we have a passion to
see our researchers, and their collaboration partners succeed, achieve research
excellence, and translate their discoveries into real-world innovation and
impact.

The Penicillin Team is looking for a proactive, highly motivated, casual
research assistant, with strong attention to details and wanting to work in a
cohesive, friendly team. As a casual role, with flexibility on working days,
this would suit someone doing further study.

Your responsibilities will span data entry, research coordination, assistance
with scientific research writing and analysis, plus administrative support
across the broader program.

Your duties will include, but not be limited to:

• Develop and maintain project database(s) and accurate data management.
• Contribute to the preparation of study documents and project materials.
• Assist with project administration such as meeting coordination, procurement, reporting and stakeholder communication.
• Support literature reviews, data searches and data extraction.
• Provide support to additional Strep A & ARF Therapeutics research projects as required.

Based at our offices in Nedlands, this is a casual position for a
period of 12 months.

About You

This is a challenging and rewarding role supporting
a variety of projects within the team.

To be successful in this role you need to have a bachelor's degree in a
biomedical/health science related field, or demonstrated experience in
research, medical, or allied health setting, and will bring the following:

• Excellent attention to detail.
• Knowledge of REDCap.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills in order to prioritise and meet competing deadlines.
• Outstanding interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Strong computer, organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

At
The Kids Research Institute Australia, we are committed to building a workplace
culture that reflects the communities we serve. We actively recruit support and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
people, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse
communities, LGBTQIA+ people, people of all ages, and those with diverse lived
experiences. We also provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment
process and in the workplace, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to
thrive.  

If you meet many, but not all, of the role
requirements, we encourage you to apply. We also welcome you to mention any
career breaks in your cover letter to help us understand your journey.

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is
reflected in how we:

• Support staff-led inclusion and allyship groups.
• Offer flexible work practices that recognise different needs and life stages.
• Provide training, development and mentoring opportunities to increase inclusive leadership and create an environment where all staff can thrive.
• Partner with communities to strength cultural awareness and belonging.
• Ensure adjustments and accessible practices are available for diverse community groups.
• We continually strive to measure our progress and improve where we can.

Alongside our inclusive culture, you'll
enjoy:  

• Extra annual leave at Christmas and Easter.
• Salary packaging and entertainment benefits.
• Health and wellbeing programs with weekly events.
• Flexible and hybrid working options.
• Recognition and professional development opportunities, including LinkedIn Learning.
• Modern offices with sit-to-stand desks and end-of-trip facilities.
• Staff discounts on travel, IT, stationery, and access to corporate health insurance.

How to apply

If this
role feels like the right fit and an exciting new opportunity for you, please
click on 'Apply Now' to visit our Career Site, view the Job Description,
and submit your application.

Please
include a cover letter (no more than 2 pages) that specifically addresses the
skills and experience outlined in the "About You" section.

Applications
will only be accepted through our career portal. If you are experiencing
technical difficulties or require reasonable accommodations in completing your
application, please contact

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Click here for the Job Description

Contact Name: Elizabeth Eadie-Mirams

Contact Email:

Closing Date: 16/11/2025 - We reserve the right to hire prior to the closing date.

The Kids Research Institute Australia is committed to being
champions of gender equity, diversity, and inclusivity. We actively encourage
applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures, including:
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities and people living with disability. As such we are a proud Bronze award recipient of the first
Australian Athena Swan Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) pilot program.

We acknowledge that when working in environments which contribute to the health
and wellbeing of Aboriginal people, it is imperative that Aboriginal people are
at the forefront of this work. We have launched the Aboriginal Employment and
Career Development Strategy to increase the number of Aboriginal
and Torres Strait Islander staff, students and researchers employed in the
Institute who provide guidance and support in our work in Aboriginal health.