Research Development Coordinator

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• The Queensland Centre for Mental Health Learning (Learning Centre) is a Queensland Health based training provider offering a range of education options to mental health professionals and other professionals who are seeking core mental health education.

• Temporary Part-time (0.4FTE) Job-share opportunity up to August 2024

• Hybrid work from home and office options available!

About the role

To assist the Research to apply high quality research and evaluation activities and techniques to mental health education conducted by the Queensland Centre for Mental Health Learning (Learning Centre).

• Manage all records and data for research projects ensuring compliance with the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC): Australian Code for the Responsible Conduct of Research.
• Design databases and undertake data entry, data cleaning and data analysis of research and evaluation projects using specialised software (e.g., SPSS, and Microsoft Excel).
• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge in research methods (e.g., data analysis) and evaluation. Provide advice and training in research and evaluation

About you

Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:

• Demonstrated research experience including a sound knowledge and understanding of psychometric principles and development of questionnaires.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of multivariate statistical packages including SPSS.
• Demonstrated experience in data entry, data cleaning, data analysis and managing a research or evaluation database. Demonstrated ability to develop and administer evaluation tools for training courses, preferably in the mental health field.
• Demonstrated ability to write high level correspondence, reports and journal articles.
• Experience in using a project management approach to lead high-level training evaluation and/or research projects using well-developed interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to advise and influence others and work flexibly and collaboratively as a member of the team.

Mandatory Requirements:

• Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16 (PDF) ( https://www.health.qld.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0009/150120/hed-0116.pdf )

About West Moreton Health

West Moreton Health is one of the most rapidly evolving health services in the south east corner, with a community growth expected to almost double to more than 588,000 by 2036. Our vision is for a robust hospital and health service that includes fit-for-purpose spaces, interconnected buildings, multi-disciplinary health services, research, education and community partnerships.

To read more on how West Moreton Health are committed to transforming and optimising our care, to meet the health care needs of our growing and diverse community –  Follow this link ( https://www.westmoreton.health.qld.gov.au/futurefocus ) 

Benefits

• 17.5% annual leave loading (Additional allowances/entitlements may apply)
• 12.75 % employer contribution to superannuation
• Professional development
• Salary sacrificing options ( https://www.health.qld.gov.au/employment/conditions/salary/sacrifice )
• Wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Service (EAS).

To apply

Further information regarding this role please download and read the attached Role Description and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.