"Part-time (0.8 FTE), 2-year fixed-term Research Project Officer opportunity at The Poche Centre for Indigenous Health"

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful research that advances Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health. You will work closely with a dynamic team of researchers and clinicians, supporting projects from administration and planning through to stakeholder engagement and reporting. This role offers a chance to develop your skills in research management, grant coordination, and data oversight while making a tangible impact in a collaborative, supportive, and culturally aware environment.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• Provide general administrative support for research activities, including organising meetings and coordinating with researchers and clinicians.
• Assist in the preparation of research documentation, reports, and presentations.
• Support submission processes, ensuring compliance with guidelines and university requirements.
• Track and document research finances, preliminary grant applications, and purchasing/payment activities.
• Facilitate communication with stakeholders, address concerns and collaborate with the team to enhance relationships.
• Contribute to quality reporting, data accuracy, compliance initiatives, and workplace health and safety practices.

About you:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Demonstrated interest in health and a passion for contributing to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health.
• Ability to build effective partnerships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, stakeholders, and leaders.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, including high-level writing, editing, and reporting.
• Proven experience in research management, administration, or coordination within health, higher education, or research-intensive environments.
• Highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to work collaboratively in a team of researchers and clinicians.

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Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Roshik Prasad by email to roshik.prasad@sydney.edu.au.

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