"Research Assistant- Memory and Ageing Study 2 (MAS2)"

Job no: 526566

Work type: full time

Location: Sydney, NSW

Categories: Research Administration support, Clinical/Medical Research

• Employment Type: Full Time; 35 hours per week
• Duration: 12-month fixed term contract
• Remuneration: $78,584 + 17% Super and leave loading
• Location: Kensington, NSW (Hybrid Flexible Working)

Why Your Role Matters:

As a Research Assistant, you will play a key role in providing practical research and administrative support to the Memory and Ageing Study 2 (MAS2). You will support with conducting in-person interviews with older adult study participants and their informants (a person who knows them well).

You will assist with screening study participants, booking participant and informant interviews, sending questionnaires and feedback letters, and following up on outstanding data. The position also involves entering data where required, maintaining meticulous records, and assisting with general day-to-day tasks in aid of the study.

The role reports to the Study Co-Coordinators and has no direct reports.

Skills and Experience:

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent, in psychology, behavioural science or a related discipline or an equivalent level of knowledge gained through a combination of education, training and experience.
• Demonstrated experience with client/participant interactions and interviews, preferably with older adults.
• Computer literacy including proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Preferrable the candidate has experience with online databases (REDCap) and scheduling software (10to8).
• Demonstrated high level of verbal communication skills and a friendly manner with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to prioritise own workload and work independently as well as within a team.
• Knowledge of health & safety (psychosocial and physical) responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.

Benefits and Culture:

UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to a plethora of UNSW-perks including:​

• 17% Superannuation and leave loading​
• Flexible working ​
• Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period​
• Access to lifelong learning and career development ​
• Progressive HR practices​

More information on the great staff benefits and culture can be found here.

How to apply:

To be successful you will hold Australian Working Rights or Australian Citizenship. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Please click Apply now to submit your application online. Applications should not be sent to the contact listed below.

Please provide a resume and a cover letter addressing the skills and experience in the position description. To view the full position description, please click on the Position Description link below.

Contact:

Aarti

Talent Acquisition Coordinator

a.aarti@unsw.edu.au

Applications close: Sunday 25^th August before 11:30 pm

UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.

Position Description

Advertised: 09 Aug 2024 AUS Eastern Standard Time

Applications close: 25 Aug 2024 AUS Eastern Standard Time