Research Assistant/Research Fellow

6 days ago

Parkville, Australia University of Melbourne Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated Research Assistant (Level A) or Postdoctoral Research Fellow (Level B) with expertise in randomised controlled trials and/or systematic reviews. The successful applicant will support Dr. Sarah Lensen in developing high-quality infertility research projects, contributing to a new evidence-based website for IVF patients, and potentially mentoring research students. This role is based at the Department of Obstetrics, Gynaecology, and Newborn Health at Royal Women’s Hospital.

Your responsibilities will include:

Performing systematic reviews of IVF interventions, including literature search, screening, data extraction, risk of bias assessment, GRADE, meta-analysis and reporting Drafting and reviewing content for an IVF-related website Assisting with writing grant applications Supervision and/or mentorship of students and interns

Who We Are Looking For

You will have meticulous attention to detail, excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective research collaboration, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively to achieve project goals and meet deadlines.

You will also have:

A Bachelors, Honours, or Masters Degree (LvA) in a relevant area of medical or biological science, or a PhD (LvB) or equivalent in a relevant area Deep understanding of systematic reviews of interventions and/or critical appraisal of randomised controlled trials Demonstrated ability to apply systematic review methodologies, such as article screening, data extraction, risk of bias, GRADE, and meta-analysis

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.

Your New Team –  Department of Obstetrics, Gynaecology, and Newborn Health

The University Department of Obstetrics, Gynaecology, and Newborn Health plays a vital role in teaching MD medical students, with approximately 350 students spending 6 weeks each year in the department. The department's vision is to be a globally recognised centre of excellence in academic Obstetrics, Gynaecology, and Neonatal Paediatrics, with a mission to provide high-quality academic services in clinical, educational, and research activities, primarily in its major centres, the Royal Women's Hospital and the Mercy Hospital for Women. The department has a strong research focus in areas such as maternal foetal medicine, neonatal paediatrics, women's health, infectious diseases, gynaecological oncology, and reproductive biology.

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

About the University of Melbourne
We’re tightly connected with the community, both at home and abroad. We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website and stay connected with our stories and people on LinkedIn.

We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact the employee listed on the first page of the Position Description found below, with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request".

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
 We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.

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