AddressPart time (0.4FTE, 14 hours per week), fixed term until December 2024
Exciting opportunity to be a Clinical Assistant in Medical imaging with the School of Medical Sciences
Base Salary from $83,384 + 17% superannuation
About the opportunity
The School of Medical Sciences is recognised as one of the leading centres for medical science education in the world. With over 100 years of excellence in education, we are proud to be training the next generation of medical scientists who will be leading members of the medical research community with an innovative integrated curriculum. Our team of researchers lead key internationally competitive research from molecules to medicines, from patient to policy across a range of therapeutic areas.
As a Research Assistant, you will be working at Charles Perkins Centre for the School of Medical Sciences, the Centenary Institute and the RPA hospital with senior academic and clinical staff who all share a passion for innovative research investigation. You will be involved in the day-to-day coordination of logistics for patients undergoing cardiac MRI and work in a laboratory that specialize in exploring the molecular and cellular basis of rare cardio-vascular diseases.
Your key responsibilities will be to:
assists with the design, development and documentation of suitable research protocols
conduct experiments, data analysis, prepare reporting and presentations and carry out literature searches
maintain research laboratory organisation
maintain academic and research records for the project(s), including project registers, EndNote libraries and publication registers
coordinate logistics for patients appointment, sample collection and archiving
undertake the ad-hoc projects and other activities.
About you
experience in a research-intensive environment
tertiary qualifications in a relevant field (Honours)
experience in carrying out literacy searches and preparing literary reviews for further analysis
extensive experience in developing and working on research projects, including expertise in using research protocols, experimental design, ethics submissions and grant applications
you will be an excellent communicator both oral and written
tertiary qualifications in a relevant field
ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
To keep our community safe, please be aware of our COVID safety precautions which form our conditions of entry for all staff, students and visitors coming to campus.
Sponsorship / work rights for Australia
Please 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 checks
Your 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 statement
At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion 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 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
How to apply
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