Research Assistant
Position Classification: Admin Off Lvl 4
Remuneration: 69840.79 - 71439.54 full time equivalent base salary range (excludes super, leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ522850
Sydney Children's Hospitals Network is the largest paediatric health care entity in Australia. We care for thousands of children each year in our hospitals and in their homes — with one purpose in mind — to help young people live their healthiest lives.
Additional Information:
- An eligibility list may be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.
What you'll be doing
The Research Assistant will be responsible for assisting Clinical Research Centre staff e.g. Study Nurses and Clinical Research Coordinators with all administrative activities associated with research projects.
The Research Assistant should have the knowledge of clinical research in a health or academic environment and will be expected to organise priorities and work independently, and as part of a team, within their level of responsibility.
- Relevant tertiary qualification in science or related paramedical field (e.g. Nursing) with clinical trials knowledge and experience.
- Sound knowledge and understanding of the principles of (i) Good Clinical Practice (ii) NHMRC National Statement (iii) The NHMRC Code of Conduct for Researchers and (iv) Shipping and Handling of Dangerous Goods.
- Excellent time management, organisation and written and oral communication skills.
- Experience in recruitment, scheduling visits and following study protocols.
- Ability to work without supervision and effectively in a group setting.
- Demonstrated initiative and proactive problem solving abilities.
- Strong computer skills in all Microsoft Office products, and some experience with electronic data capture systems.
SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity - we acknowledge the vibrancy that a diverse workforce brings to enhance both our workplace culture and our service delivery to children, young people and their families and carers. We encourage all suitably qualified applicants to apply. If you identify as an Indigenous Australian or as a person with a disability, please contact us if you would like some more information about our recruitment process.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families that access the services we provide at the Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network. Aboriginal job applicants are encouraged to visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application.
Please refer to the Application Guide and NSW Policy Directive PD2024_015 Occupational Assessment Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases for vaccination requirements.
This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian. For more information on how to apply for the clearance, please visit the Office of the Children’s Guardian Website https://ocg.nsw.gov.au/
NSWHealth is committed to child safety in line with the Child Safe Standards. SCHN is committed to maintaining a child safe culture that upholds the rights of children and young people. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported, and are included in their care. Existing staff of SCHN and those seeking employment are required to prioritise the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people in their care and take action to keep them safe from harm and abuse.
Applicants holding visas with working rights may be considered for temporary appointment (up to the expiry date of their visa) where no suitable local applicant is identified.
Need more information?
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For role related queries or questions contact Melanie Talty on Melanie.Talty@health.nsw.gov.au
If you are Aboriginal or Torres Strait islander wishing to apply for this role and want to speak with an Aboriginal person/representative from the Sydney Children’s Hospital Network please contact Wayne Dargan on wayne.dargan@health.nsw.gov.au
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Applications Close: 13/10/2024
