Research Assistant

• January 2025 Start
• Contribute to groundbreaking mental health research
• Be part of the Login Lab’s mission to drive change

Be challenged and imagine with us!

The Login Lab team, based at HMRI, is a multidisciplinary group conducting impactful and complex research in mental health. Our team is leading Australia's first implementation of evidence-based mental health tools in collaboration with NSW Local Health Districts and private health settings. We are currently expanding our research into precision treatment for mental health and substance use issues and are looking for a passionate and organized Research Assistant to join us.

About the Role

As a Research Assistant, you will work closely with Researchers and Project Managers, supporting the team’s efforts across various projects and research activities. Your primary focus will include assisting with ethics applications, recruiting participants, collecting data, and helping the team achieve key research milestones.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct literature searches and prepare supporting documents for grant applications.
• Assist in implementing research activities, including developing and submitting ethics applications.
• Engage in participant recruitment and conduct data collection for studies.
• Prepare research reports and assist in the submission of manuscripts to academic journals.
• Strong communication skills, empathy and respect as engaging with key stakeholders including researchers and community members is a key component of this role.

About You

To succeed in this role, you’ll need:

• A background in behavioural science, public health, social science, psychology, or a related health field.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach to team dynamics.
• Experience working with healthcare professionals and engaging in healthcare environments.
• An understanding of quantitative research methodologies (desirable).
• Proficiency in software and data tools such as RIMS, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and RedCAP.

This fixed term position will be located at Hunter Medical Research Institute (Awabakal and Worimi land) Until February 2026. Part time working arrangements will be considered.

About our University

The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and creating a better future for our regions and the globe. Underpinned by this vision and our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability, the University of Newcastle’s Looking Ahead Strategic Plan 2020-2025 outlines the University’s commitment to delivering an exceptional student experience and serving our communities. 

For more information click here – Our Uni. 

About the Unit  

What we offer

In addition to working for a university that is breaking boundaries, discovering new ways of thinking and cementing a place as a global leader, we offer a range of benefits to our employees to ensure you balance your commitments, stay healthy and work effectively. 

These include: 

• The remuneration for this position is pro-rated from $77,858 to $90,316 p.a. + superannuation and is commensurate with skills and experience
• Flexible working arrangements (in line with the University’s Flexible Work Policy
• 17% super and salary packaging
• Additional University Holiday days, generous personal leave and parental leave, annual leave loading and additional purchased leave scheme
• Discounts in private health insurance, gym memberships, software, travel and more
• Wellbeing programs

Your next steps 

Please visit here for a guide on how to apply for a role. 

If viewing this on a job board other than the University's please click ‘Apply’ to reach the University's website, where a copy of the Position Description can be accessed. Please download a copy before commencing your application. 

Your application must include: 

• Your resume
• A cover letter outlining your motivation to apply for this opportunity
•  A statement addressing the Essential Criteria listed below demonstrating your qualifications and experience with examples.

1. A degree in behavioural science, public health, social science, psychology, or other health-related discipline.
2. Highly developed interpersonal skills including the ability to participate in a team environment demonstrating clear communication and mutual respect. 
3. Demonstrated high-level time management and organisational skills, with proven ability to establish priorities and meet deadlines.
4. Demonstrated ability to monitor, track and report on the status of project deliverables.
5. Demonstrated ability to engage and work with practicing medical, nursing and/or allied health clinicians.
6. Demonstrated methodological skills and understanding of quantitative analysis (desirable)
7. Experience in using word processing, governance and data management packages (including for example RIMS, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and RedCAP).

To ensure that your application receives full consideration, it's important to structure and address the selection criteria outlined in the application process. This helps us better understand your experience and suitability for the role. We appreciate your attention to this matter and look forward to reviewing your application.

Please upload your Cover Letter and Essential Criteria as one PDF document.

Your Cover Letter and Response to the Essential Criteria should not exceed 4 pages (approximately 2,000 words).

For specific position enquiries, please contact Jane Rich, Research Academic (02) 4042 0622 or via email Jane.Rich@newcastle.edu.au

Having Difficulties? Please reach out to us: employment@newcastle.edu.au

Closing date: Sunday 10^th November 2024 at 11.59pm AEST

We are excited to be Looking Ahead with you

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