"Research Support Officer"

Camperdown Campus

time type

Full time

posted on

Posted Today

job requisition id

0119052

• A fantastic opportunity to work in the Daffodil Centre at the University of Sydney
• Utilise qualitative and quantitative research skills to support the administration and research requirements of this role, specifically in the area of Bowel Cancer Screening
• Full-time, 12-month fixed-term role, with possible extension
• Base Salary $86,511 - $96,863 + 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

At the Daffodil Centre, we have brought together a large, talented team driven by a common goal, to help diagnose, prevent, and treat cancer, and improve the care our community receives. Our researchers are in a strong position, backed by the resources and expertise of our joint venture partner, the Cancer Council NSW. Our teams incorporate scientific breakthroughs into clinical practice, directly improving patient care and the health of our community.

The Research Support Officer will be expected to work across various projects and project groups, involving yourself in the research administration tasks and supporting research activities including a clinical trial. You will be responsible for assisting seniors and other research team members by completing and facilitating the administrative workload, supporting research activities and ensuring your work is accurate, timely, and impactful.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• Support senior research staff by facilitating research administrative tasks including regular project reporting, ethics requirements, funding reporting requirements, etc.
• track progress on a weekly basis to ensure workload and timelines are being met
• prepare preliminary research reports, set up meetings with various internal and external staff, and conduct minute-taking
• provide support in research activities including scoping reviews, environmental scans, survey design and development, qualitative research design and administration and clinical trial monitoring.
• prepare and assist with collation and presentation of research and findings
• work closely with senior researchers, internal, and external stakeholders, ensuring positive relationship building and networking
• provide support for submissions and applications to secure funding for research, and coordinate approval processes for applications
• complete ad-hoc tasks, activities, or requirements under the request of your relevant seniors or supervisor

About you

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant health field
• experience with RedCap, Microsoft Suite, as well as qualitative and quantitative software
• ability to work across multiple projects or requirements at once, ensuring timeliness and organisational skills to meet conflicting deadlines
• excellent administrative skills, coupled with effective and tactful communication skills (both verbal and written) together with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to use initiative and exercise sound judgement
• previous experience or knowledge of clinical trials, health quantitative and qualitative research, or the related systems (desirable).

To keep our community safe, please be aware of our COVID safety precautions which form our conditions of entry for all staff, students and visitors coming to campus.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For a continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

Australian Temporary Residents currently employed at the University of Sydney may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the position.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

How to apply

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For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or support filling out this application, please contact Roshik Prasad, Recruitment Operations, by email to Roshik.prasad@sydney.edu.au

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Applications Close

Thursday 20 June 2024 11:59 PM