Research Nurse

• An exciting opportunity to work on a new study at the UWA Medical School, investigating the impact of plastics on human health
• Level 6, part-time (0.6 FTE) appointment on a 12-month fixed term basis
• Base salary range: $84,665 – $89,477 p.a. (pro rata) plus 17% superannuation

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

About the team

Based at the QEII Medical Centre, the PERTH (Plastic Exposure Reduction Transforms Health) Trial is a new research study at the UWA Medical School. The study involves a 1-2 year interventional clinical trial to investigate the impact of plastic-associated chemicals on human health. This position is based at the QEII Medical Centre campus.

About the opportunity

Reports to the Research Fellow, you will assist the Clinical Trial Coordinator with the organisation and implementation of the PERTH Trial protocol. Specifically, you will work with the clinical team (doctors and research assistants), recruiting and retaining participants, ensuring their welfare. Following GCP, you will conduct patient procedures including, ECG, phlebotomy, administering questionnaires, and educating participants on specimen collection. You will be responsible for ensuring the complete and accurate data and specimen collection and will follow up and support participants to ensure this outcome for the study.

About you

To be considered for this role, you will demonstrate a relevant tertiary qualification with AHPRA registration and substantial relevant experience at an appropriate level, including in phlebotomy and ECG. You will also demonstrate sound knowledge of the Principles of Good Clinical Practice (GCP).

About your application

Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description.

The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday, 18 September 2022

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Dr Susan Herrmann at [email protected] .

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

Application Details: Please apply online via the Apply Now button.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We celebrate difference and believe diversity is fundamental to achieving our goals as a globally recognised top 100 educational and research institution. We are committed to creating a safe work environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community and people living with disability.

• We have a globally competitive, gender neutral parental leave policy with 26 weeks paid leave after 12 months service and 36 weeks after 5 years
• We have an ongoing partnership with Pride in Diversity and were recently awarded a Bronze Employer status for LGBTIQA+ inclusion
• We have flexible working with part-time and job-sharing arrangements considered
• We have child friendly areas on campus, including childcare facilities.

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