Research Assistant, Strep A

This opportunity is offered in accordance with section 51 of the
Equal Opportunity Act 1984 and candidates of Aboriginal and Torres Strait
Islander descent who meet the selection criteria for this role will be
prioritised for appointment.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a
motivated and detail-oriented Research Assistant to join our Strep A & ARF
Therapeutics Team. In this role, you will play an important part in supporting
the delivery of the SCIP Syphilis project, working closely with the Team Lead, Program
Manager and Indigenous co-lead. Your responsibilities will span research
coordination, protocol and ethics preparation, community engagement, and
administrative support across the broader program.

Your duties will
include, but not be limited to:

• Develop and maintain the project's REDCap database and assist with research documentation.
• Contribute to the preparation of study protocols, ethics submissions and project materials in line with GCP guidelines.
• Support culturally secure, co-designed community engagement activities across WA (including occasional remote travel).
• Contribute to grant reporting and publications.
• Assist with project administration such as meeting coordination, procurement, reporting and stakeholder communication.
• Provide support to additional Strep A & ARF Therapeutics research projects as required.

Based at our
Nedlands Office, this is a 12-month contract on a full-time basis (0.8 FTE will
be considered for the right candidate).

About You

You will be someone
who brings initiative, strong organisational skills and a collaborative
mindset. You enjoy working with diverse communities and stakeholders and take
pride in producing high-quality research outputs.

To be successful in
the role, you will bring the following:

• An undergraduate degree in science, health or a related field.
• Experience using REDCap and confidence working with research documentation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational, analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal cultures, and the ability to work respectfully and effectively with Aboriginal and culturally diverse peoples.

Desirable:

• Experience with qualitative research methods.
• Experience in scientific writing.

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

Click here for the Job Description

Contact Name: Elizabeth Eadie-Mirams

Contact Email:

Closing Date: 20/11/2025 - 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.