"Project Coordinator - Human Studies Unit"

Job Description:

• Institute for Molecular Bioscience (IMB) / Human Studies Unit (HSU)
• Full-time (100%), fixed term position for up to 12 months
• Base salary will be in the range $83,776.43 - $93,121.40 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 5)
• Based at our St Lucia Campus

About This Opportunity

Join our team to manage and support diverse projects within the Human Studies Unit (HSU). You will work closely with the Human Studies Manager, Principal Investigators, and collaborators to oversee participant recruitment and consent, sample collection, and study logistics. This role also involves generating high-quality data for analysis and reporting, coordinating research activities, and ensuring smooth study implementation.

We are looking for someone with strong organisational skills and attention to detail. Any experience in data management and analytics would be welcomed. If you are motivated and ready to make a difference, we would love to hear from you!

This position would suit a recent graduate with an interest in a research-focused career.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Support project coordination activities, including updating timelines, tracking progress, and maintaining clear documentation with version control.
• Assist with human ethics submissions and approval processes.
• Coordinate the schedule of project activities and provide administrative support, including preparing meeting minutes.
• Oversee biological sample collection, tracking, management, and dispatch, and prepare sampling kits with associated documentation.
• Manage participant recruitment and consent, administer phone interviews, send questionnaires, track responses, and oversee accurate data entry.
• Maintain and refine project/study databases in collaboration with programmers, perform data cleaning, and ensure high-quality datasets for analysis.
• Conduct data analysis using statistical software, prepare reports for governance requirements and annual reporting, and gather information for special and recurring reports.
• Liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders, represent the project/HSU at meetings or events, and assist in developing research materials such as questionnaires and data collection instruments.

About You

• Undergraduate degree in Biological Sciences or Psychology, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Experience conducting research in a healthcare or clinical setting.
• Strong understanding of ethical and governance requirements for managing human research projects under Australian guidelines; knowledge of international governance is an advantage.
• Proven ability to produce high-quality data through accurate data collection and cleaning.
• Experience working in a multidisciplinary research team, with the ability to work independently.
• Proficiency in a range of computer applications (Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, EndNote) or ability to quickly learn new systems.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to engage effectively with research participants by phone, email, or in person.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks, exercise initiative and judgment, and work effectively in a dynamic environment with competing priorities.

Want to Apply?

We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload:

• Resume
• A cover letter summarising how your background aligns with the 'About You' section

Applications close Wednesday 11 March at 11.00pm AEST (R-58990).