Research Assistant - Complex Autism and Neurodevelopment Research Group

Job No.: 661056

Location: Monash Children’s Hospital

Employment Type: Part-time, fraction (0.4)

Duration: 12-month fixed-term appointment

Remuneration: Pro-rata of $78,120 - $106,022 pa Level A (plus 17% employer superannuation)

• Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University
• Join our inclusive, collaborative community
• Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas - and the people who discover them

At Monash , work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, from contributing to something groundbreaking – a place where great things happen.

We value difference and diversity , and welcome and celebrate everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. That’s why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.

Together with our commitment to academic freedom , you will have access to quality research facilities, infrastructure, world class teaching spaces, and international collaboration opportunities. 

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The Opportunity

The Complex Autism and Neurodevelopment Research Group at Monash University is on a mission to understand neurodivergence and enhance the lives of children and families. We're seeking an individual to contribute to ground-breaking research initiatives.

Reporting directly to the Professor of Paediatrics and Research Group leaders, you'll play a vital role in various projects, conducting research assessments and producing reports. Your tasks will include administering cognitive and autism assessments, evaluating quality of life, participation, and adaptive behaviour, and engaging in related research activities.

As the successful candidate you will have research experience and interest, with an Honours, Masters or Doctoral degree preferred. You will be Qualified to complete unsupervised assessments of child cognition (including IQ) and trained and experienced in completing assessments of autism characteristics using the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS).

Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodiverse people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.

Join the pursuit of our purpose to build a better future for ourselves and our communities – #ChangeIt with us.

Monash avidly supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents . 

Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.

Your application must address the selection criteria. Please refer to  "How to apply for Monash Jobs ".

Enquiries

Professor Katrina Williams, Head of Department of Paediatrics, [email protected]

Position Description

 Research Assistant - Complex Autism and Neurodevelopment Research Group

Closing Date

Tuesday 27 February 2024, 11:55pm AEDT

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