"Senior Research Assistant"

Job Description:

• Queensland Aphasia Research Centre (QARC) | School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences
• Part-time (80% FTE), fixed-term position through to 31 December 2027
• Base salary will range from $95,361 - $102,302 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 6)
• Based at the Surgical, Treatment and Rehabilitation Service (STARS) at our Herston campus

About This Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and highly motivated Senior Research Assistant to join the dedicated research team at UQ’s Queensland Aphasia Research Centre (QARC). QARC is committed to optimising the lives of people living with aphasia through research, service, and partnerships and is the first centre of its kind in Australia. If you are passionate about making a real difference and creating lasting, meaningful impact to the lives of people in our community, this is your chance.

As the Senior Research Assistant, you will support research conducted within the Digital Health Stream of the Medical Research Future Fund project: “Overcoming Systemic Barriers in Aphasia Care with the Aphasia Treatment Translation Network (ATTAIN).” This five-year initiative aims to improve post-stroke aphasia care through evidence translation and collaborative implementation across health services.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Assist with literature searching and the development of research protocols.
• Ensure compliance with approved ethics protocols.
• Support participant recruitment, data collection, and analysis for technology development and testing activities.
• Liaise with a range of stakeholders including participants, people with aphasia, family members, clinicians, and members of the software design and development team.
• Contribute to research outputs, including preparation and authorship of reports/manuscripts.

About You

• Completion of a relevant degree in allied health or a health-related discipline, with subsequent experience in a research support role.
• Well-developed problem-solving skills, with an ability to forward plan and prioritise tasks to meet deadlines.
• High level of adaptability ensuring you can work both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and an ability to liaise effectively with a wide range of stakeholders in a research environment.
• Experience supporting technology development and/or experience with mixed-methods data analysis is desirable.

Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks including verification of the right to work in Australia (employer-sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment) and mandatory immunisations. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.

About UQ

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:

• Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave
• 17% superannuation and 17.5% annual leave loading
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program to support you and your family
• Flexible working arrangements, wellness programs and access to UQ Sports facilities
• Opportunities for career development and progression such as UQ Study for Staff

Questions?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Associate Professor Sarah Wallace at s.wallace3@uq.edu.au.

For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.

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 above

Our strength as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact talent@uq.edu.au.

Other Information

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

Applications close Wednesday 8 April at 11.00pm AEST (Job Reference Number: R-62829).