Research Assistant - AIM Clinic
Research Assistant - AIM Clinic
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Research Assistant AIM Clinic
Position Number:
Location:Parkville
Role type:Parttime; Fixedtermfor 20 months
Faculty:Faculty of Medicine Dentistry and Heath Sciences
Department:Department of Psychiatry
Salary:Academic A $83468 $113262 p.a. plus 17 super
- Contribute to groundbreaking clinical trials / Support novel treatments for mood disorders / Shape the future of mental health care
- Apply now to play a crucial role in cuttingedge research that could transform treatments for bipolar and unipolar depression
- Investing in you benefits package including salary packaging health and wellbeing programs discounted services and professional development opportunities.
The University of Melbourne
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Your next career opportunity
As a Research Assistant in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Melbourne youll be at the forefront of mood disorder research. Based at the Royal Melbourne Hospitals AIM Clinic youll support innovative clinical trials investigating novel treatments for difficulttotreat depression. This role offers you the chance to contribute to groundbreaking research work with leading experts and potentially impact the lives of those struggling with severe mood disorders.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Facilitate Trial Recruitment: Liaise with local networks to encourage referrals and enrol participants in clinical trials.
- Conduct Assessments: Perform and record research assessments using standardised clinical instruments.
- Ensure Data Integrity: Collect record and maintain accurate study data in compliance with ethical and regulatory standards.
- Support Trial Operations: Assist with clinical trial treatments and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders.
- Contribute to Research Outputs: Assist in data analysis report writing and contributions to publications and presentations.
You may be a great fit if:
You hold an Honours or postgraduate degree in behavioural or social sciences mental health nursing or a related discipline with experience in research and conducting assessments.
You may also:
- Have experience contributing to independent or teambased research projects.
- Possess highly developed organisational and timemanagement skills.
- Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with stakeholders.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Show commitment to the Universitys values of collaboration compassion respect integrity and accountability.
- Be familiar with research ethics and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) requirements.
For further information please refer to the attached PD.
What we offer you!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment including:
- Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and wellbeing
- Progressive considerate leave provisions to empower your worklife balance
- Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
- Health and wellbeing services including a leading Employee Assistance Program
- Comprehensive career development and training plus a 25 discount on UniMelb graduate courses for your immediate family members!
For more information check outour benefitspage!
Your new team Department of Psychiatry
The Department of Psychiatry at the University of Melbourne is a leading institution focused on advancing mental health research and education. With a dedicated team and diverse research areas we strive to improve understanding and treatment of mental health disorders. Join us to make a meaningful impact and shape the future of mental health.
Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a childsafe organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued respected and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity ethnicity sexual orientation disability age being a parent or having caring responsibilities.
The University of Melbourne is committed to fostering a barrierfree and inclusive recruitment process. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates throughout the application and interview stages including accessible document formats and alternative application methods. To discuss your specific requirements please feel free to contact Kim Groizardor send an email titled Reasonable Adjustments to . You can find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments on our Careers website: and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians with unprecedented investment to attract nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.
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Working at the University what you need to know
This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. In the case the selected candidate doesnt have a valid Working with Children Check they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Join Us and unlock your career potential!
Is this the perfect opportunity for you Apply today! Including the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
- The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description)
^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies please go to you have any questions regarding the recruitment process please feel free to contact Dijana via email at ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.
Position DescriptionAdvertised: AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: AUS Eastern Standard Time
Employment Type
Full Time
