Research Assistant

• $73,257 to $81,404 pa (HEW 5)
• Fixed-Term (12 months), Full-time, Joondalup campus
• Open to candidates with the relevant work rights

RESEARCH ASSISTANT
SCHOOL OF MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES
JOONDALUP CAMPUS
$73,257 to $81,404 pa (HEW 5)
FIXED TERM (12 months), FULL-TIME

Overview
The School of Medical and Health Sciences at Edith Cowan University (ECU) offers undergraduate, postgraduate and research degrees.  Academics in the School are involved in research and teaching relating to a wide range of health disciplines.

The SPIN (Systematic Profiling in Neurological Conditions) Research Program was established in 2019 within the School of Medical and Health Sciences at Edith Cowan University (ECU). The focus of SPIN is to develop and trial interventions which will help maintain and improve the quality of life of individuals living with neurological conditions.

ECU is seeking a Research Assistant to provide support to the SPIN research team to carry out innovative and high impact research

The successful candidate will possess the following key attributes:

• A bachelor’s degree in health science or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated ability to administer a wide range of research assessments (psychometric, cognitive and motor).
• Demonstrated understanding of working with individuals living with neurological conditions.
• Demonstrated experience in quality control of collected data and data sets.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritise workload.
• Phlebotomy highly desirable.
• Ability to effectively work within a team.
• Highly developed interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• High level problem solving and time management skills.
• Interest in science communication and working with members of the community.
• Ability to obtain a National Police Check

You will also demonstrate personal attributes that are congruent with the University’s values of Integrity, Respect, Rational Inquiry, Courage, and Personal Excellence.

Benefits & Remuneration
This full time, fixed term position (12 months) attracts remuneration of $73,257 to $81,404 pa (HEW 5) plus 17% University superannuation contribution.

ECU supports a work/life balance for staff. Benefits such as flexible working arrangements may also be negotiated to meet your personal circumstances.

ECU has an Award-winning Health and Wellness Program and an extensive range of staff benefits across entertainment, financial, health, travel and consumer goods and services.

For information on the benefits of working at ECU, please visit our website Employment Opportunities Overview .

Contact
Interested applicants are welcome to call Manja Laws on 6304 2423 for more information.

How to Apply
Please upload your resume along with a statement outlining your suitability for the role with specific reference to the items listed above.

Closing Date:
Applications close on Sunday 31 July 2022 at 11:30pm AWST.

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED FROM CANDIDATES WHO HAVE THE RELEVANT WORKING RIGHTS TO FILL THIS POSITION.

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ECU is a diverse and inclusive workplace reflecting the differences in society. Specific strategies and initiatives are in place to address underrepresentation of specific groups. Applications are encouraged from suitably qualified people from all backgrounds. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

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