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- Part-time, 0.5 FTE, fixed term until June 2025
- Great opportunity for a Research Officer to be a part of research improving the fit between health technology and it's users
- Base Salary from $95,860 + 17% superannuation
About the opportunity
The School of Medical Sciences is recognised as one of the leading centres for medical science in the world. Our team of researchers lead key internationally competitive research from molecules to medicines, from patient to policy across a range of therapeutic areas.
We have an excellent opportunity for a Research Officer supporting Melissa Baysari and her team, the Digital Health Human Factors Research Group. The team are undertaking important research aimed at understanding and improving the interactions between users, health technologies and organisations using mixed method approaches.
In this role you will be an active part of the team and contribute primarily to a research project evaluating a patient portal. You will design research protocols, undertake core aspects of research work and contribute to analysis and reporting of research findings.
Your key responsibilities will be to:
- contribute to the design of research programs/projects in the work area
- conduct data analysis and literature searches, aid in preparing preliminary reports for the work area
- conduct research work, including qualitative and quantitative data collection, as part of the broader research agenda for the work area
- manage the development and submission of research publications for the work area
- ensure that ethics guidelines, standards and WHS requirements are met for the work area.
About you
- Bachelor Honours Degree - Health Sciences or relevant health discipline (e.g. nursing, pharmacy)
- experience in a research-intensive environment with previous experience in the collection, analysis and reporting of research data
- experience in developing and working on research projects, including expertise in using research protocols, research design, ethics submissions and grant applications
- knowledge, experience and appreciation of health services research and the research sector broadly
- ability to work both independently and as part of a team, taking initiative and exercising sound judgement in resolving matters that may arise as part of normal daily work
- numeracy skills together with experience in controlling income/expenditure for reconciliation/budget tracking, and managing invoice payments and purchases
- strong problem solving skills and the ability to use initiative and exercise sound judgement and ability to prioritise workload during busy periods.
- working understanding and current knowledge of relevant aspects of the Work Health and Safety.
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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 reasons for 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.
As this position is located on an NSW Health site, it is a regulatory requirement to complete compulsory employment checks prior to starting in this position. For more information and instructions, please visit: NSW Health employment requirements
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 that 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
Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.
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Applications Close
Wednesday 10 July 2024 11:59 PM
