Research OfficerFellow A Clinical Gerontology
Research OfficerFellow A Clinical Gerontology
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Research Officer/Fellow A Clinical Gerontology Division
Part Time 0.8 EFT) Fixed Term 12 months
$81484 $106174 per annum pro rata depending on experience
plus employer Superannuation Guarantee (SG) contribution and generous Salary Packaging
About NARI
The National Ageing Research Institute (NARI) is an independent nonprofit medical research organisation recognised internationally as a centre of excellence in gerontology and geriatrics research. The Institute provides clinical psychosocial health services and public health research specifically focussed on older people and also has a major emphasis on translational research. Our vision is a world where older people are respected healthy and included. The Institute has four program areas Clinical Gerontology Social Gerontology Aged Care and the Melbourne Ageing Research Collaboration (MARC).
About the role
We are seeking a part time Research Officer/Fellow based within the Clinical Gerontology Division of the Institute. The Research Officer/Fellow will be responsible for project managing a multicentre cluster randomised trial that aims to establish the feasibility of an intervention to improve indwelling urinary catheter care in residential aged care homes.
Please refer to the position description for full details about the role.
As part of the onboarding process all NARI employees will be asked to complete a national police check and to provide evidence that they are full vaccinated (boosted) against COVID 19 or have a reasonable medical exemption.
To be successful for this role
The ideal candidates will possess a bachelor degree with honours or Masters in a relevant discipline and have relevant experience including:
- Clinical trials expertise
- Demonstrated experience in conducting and communicating the outcomes of research
- Demonstrated experience in project management including commitment to ethical principles and research governance
- Demonstrated high level of administrative and organisational skills
- An ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment managing competing demands and demonstrating strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Commitment to improving the lives of older people
Eligibility
Applications for this position are open to Australian/New Zealand Citizens Australian Permanent Residents or you must either hold or be able to obtain a valid working visa for the duration of the specified term.
Why work for NARI
- Leading Medical Research Institute in Ageing and Aged Care
- Opportunity for hybrid work
- Extremely generous Salary packaging options
- Located in Parkville precinct good public transport and bike path access
- Supportive team environment and the opportunity to work with dedicated and passionate researchers
How to apply
Applications must include aCV and cover letter with included responses to Selection Criteria.
To view the position description visit the NARI website through your chosen employment platform (e.g. SEEK Ethical Jobs Swag) or directly to NARI
For enquiries please contact Professor Joan Ostaszkiewicz at
Applications close 5pm Friday 10 January 2025
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Part-Time
