Research Assistant-Tobacco Research Group, National Drug and Alcohol Research Centre (NDARC)

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Work type:full time
Location:Sydney, NSW
Categories:Clinical/Medical Research

Employment Type: Full Time Fixed Term

Duration: Up until Dec 2024

Remuneration: $82,818+ 17% super + annual leave loading

Location: Randwick, NSW 

Why this role matters:

The Research Assistant will play a key role in supporting the implementation and successful execution of projects in the Tobacco Research Group within the National Drug and Alcohol Research Centre . The Research Assistant will conduct and assist with the management and on-going implementation of clinical trials, including contact with participants, data quality checking and clinical evaluation. 

The Research Assistant will report to the Tobacco Research Group, Program lead, Associate Professor and has no direct reports. 

Skills Required:

• Degree in behavioural sciences or other related field in public health and/ or demonstrated experience with intervening and supporting socially disadvantaged groups to achieve improved health outcomes.
• Demonstrated experience in data management and progress tracking and reporting.
• Demonstrated experience in working and delivering projects aimed at providing treatment for socially disadvantaged groups.
• Strong organisational and project management skills, including the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills including the ability to contribute to research outputs and reports for diverse audiences.
• Commitment to integrity and sensitivity in interacting with marginalised or at-risk populations about sensitive issues, including in complying with ethical, legal and policy requirements.
• An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
• Knowledge of health & safety (psychosocial and physical) responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.

To learn more about this position, and view the comprehensive skills and criteria list, a copy of the Position Description can be found by clicking on the position description button beneath our ad on JOBS@UNSW.

Benefits and Culture:

People are at the core of everything we do. We recognise it is the contributions of our staff who make UNSW one of the best universities in Australia and the world. 

Our benefits include:

• Career development opportunities
• 17% Superannuation contributions and additional leave loading payments
• Additional 3 days of leave over Christmas period
• Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness)

How to apply

To be successful you will hold Australian Working Rights or Australian Citizenship. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Please click Apply now to submit your application online.

Applications should not be sent to the contact listed below. Please provide a resume and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria (Skills & Experience in the position description) in the role.

Contact

Aarti

Talent Acquisition Coordinator

[email protected]

Applications close:  Thursday 16th May before 11.30pm.

UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

Advertised:02 May 2024 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close:16 May 2024 AUS Eastern Standard Time