Research Assistant - Dementia

The University of Sydney

Australia
$83,384 per year
Contract
Full-time

1 month ago
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Fantastic opportunity to join a multidisciplinary team and support research aiming to educate, empower and support people living with dementiaFull time, fixed term position for 12 monthsBase Salary $83,384 + 17% superannuationAbout the opportunityThe Sydney Pharmacy School is recognised as one of the leading centres for health services research in the world. Our team of researchers leads internationally innovative research including medication management to co-design in priority populations, as well as from patient to policy across a range of therapeutic areas.The University of Sydney has a fantastic opportunity to join a multidisciplinary team and support research aiming to educate, empower and support people with dementia and their carers to manage their medications safely.We are looking for an experienced and highly motivated Research Assistant to assist with the development and implementation of co-designed medication management guidance resources for older people living in the community and during transition into aged care.Your key responsibilities will be to:assist and support the Chief Investigator, Senior Research Academics and the wider research team to deliver the research programundertake qualitative and quantitative research methods, data collection and contribute to analysis and reporting of findingscommunicate with other research partners, organisations and collaborators as they relate to the research taskattend research meetings, prepare meeting documentation and other functions as required.About youTo be successful in this role, you have:tertiary qualifications likely with Honours in appropriate discipline with relevant experience in related field or have extensive specialist experience in the field of researchexcellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills with sound negotiating and conflict resolution skills and a demonstrated level of tact and discretion in dealing with day to day operational mattersknowledge of qualitative and/or quantitative research methodsnumeracy skills together with experience in controlling income/expenditure for reconciliation/budget tracking and managing invoice payments and purchasesknowledge of the National Statement on Ethical Conduct in Human Research, Good Clinical Practice and Guidelines governing clinical researchexperience in developing and working on research projects, including expertise in using research protocols, data management, experimental design, and ethics submissionsworking understanding and current knowledge of relevant aspects of the Work Health and Safety Policy and relevant legislation.To keep our community safe, please be aware of our which form our conditions of entry for all staff, students and visitors coming to campus.Sponsorship / work rights for AustraliaPlease note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For a continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.Australian Temporary Residents currently employed at the University of Sydney may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the position.Pre-employment checksYour employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.EEO statementAt the University of Sydney, our shared values include and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of , , , , and those who identify as . We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.How to applyApplications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.If you are a current employee of the University or a contingent worker with access to Workday, please login into your account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply.For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or support filling out this application, please contact Ajaypal Singh, Recruitment Operations, on via email to .© The University of SydneyThe University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.Click to view the for
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