Research Administration Officer

• Full time, fixed term for 12 months, based at the Camperdown Campus
• Assist with a number of large international collaborative projects at the NHMRC Clinical Trails Centre
• Base Salary, $78,077 + 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

An exciting opportunity for a Research Administration Officer is available. You will be working at the NHMRC Clinical Trails Centre. You will be assisting with a range of international project with the Next Gen Synthesis team within the Evidence Integration Team. The Evidence Integration team assists with the global initiative to reduce research waste using systematic reviews, individual participant data systematic reviews, network meta-analysis and meta-research including the epidemiology of clinical trials and trial methodology. https://ctc.usyd.edu.au/our-work/research-divisions/evidence-integration/

You will;

• communicate with international stakeholders via email and sometimes phone, keeping email inboxes up to date, organizing meetings, including agendas and minutes
• support all stages of the research process
• reference manuscripts for example Endnote and journal submissions
• assist with data processing, mapping variables, database management
• assist with systematic reviews (e.g. screening studies, risk of bias)
• prepare presentations
• assist with grant applications, ethics applications and other research support tasks.

About you;

• you will have a relevant degree in public health, clinical epidemiology, medicine, psychology or a similar related area
• previous experience within a research setting is highly desirable
• you will have great attention to detail, ability to work independently and have great organisational skills
• you will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

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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 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.

Closing date for applications

11:59 pm, Tuesday 8th February 2022

How to apply

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