Research Assistant (Motor Component)

• $73,257 to $81,404 pa (HEW 5)
• Fixed term, Full-time, Joondalup Campus
• Open to candidates with the relevant working rights

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

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 (Motor Component) to provide support to the SPIN research team to carry out innovative and high impact research. Reporting to the Research Project Coordinator, this role entails undertaking administration of motor assessments and quality control of the collected data in accordance with project outcomes.  

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 range of motor assessments.
• 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.
• Ability to effectively work within a team.
• Highly developed interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• High level problem solving and time management skills.
• 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 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. Please upload a short CV and one page cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

Closing Date
Applications close on Friday, 24 September 2021 at 11:30pm AWST.

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

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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