Clinical Research - Medication Safety

• Part time, two days per week, fixed term for 12 months

• Four roles available, based across four locations, St Vincent’s, Prince of Wales, Liverpool and John Hunter Hospitals    

• Base hourly rate from $40 per hour + 17% superannuation 

About the opportunity

The University of Sydney School of Pharmacy is recognised as one of the leading centres for pharmacy education in Australia and enjoys an outstanding national and international reputation for research and innovation.

The Sydney Pharmacy School is seeking to appoint four Research Assistants with a focus on medication safety. You will be available to work two days per week and be available to work at one of four hospital locations, St Vincent’s Hospital, Prince of Wales Hospital, Liverpool Hospital or John Hunter Hospital. 

You will be responsible for performing general and research administrative duties to support the research team under the direction of the Project Manager. You will complete various tasks such as patient recruitment in the osteoporosis refracture prevention clinic.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• work collaboratively within a team, performing fundamental aspects of research tasks and providing technical and operational support including patient recruitment to trial

• perform general and research administrative duties to support the Research team under the direction of the Project Manager including gathering patient baseline data from various sources, documenting a best possible medication history and liaising with health care professionals at the clinic site and in the community

• complete various tasks such as preparation of research documents, maintaining records, data entry, and data analysis.

About you

• you will have relevant qualifications and experience in pharmacy, nursing or medicine

• you will have excellent communication skills and the ability to be flexible

• if you would prefer the location of St Vincent Hospital you must be available Tuesdays, the second day will be confirmed

• if you would prefer the location of Prince of Wales Hospital you must be available on Thursdays, the second day will be confirmed

• if you would prefer the location of Liverpool Hospital you must be available on Mondays and Thursdays

• if you would prefer the location of John Hunter hospital you must be available on Wednesdays, the second day will be confirmed.

When completing your cover letter, please indicate which of the four hospital locations you would be able to work at.

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.

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

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

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.  When completing your cover letter, please indicate which of the four hospital locations you would be able to work at.

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For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or support filling out this application, please contact Cherie Goodwin, [email protected]

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Tuesday 14 June 2022 11:59 PM