Research Assistant (Rheumatology)
Job No.: 664074
Location: Monash Medical Centre
Employment Type: Full-time
Duration: 12-month fixed-term appointment
Remuneration: $78,120 - $106,022 pa Level A (plus 17% employer superannuation)
- Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University
- Join our inclusive, collaborative community
- Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas - and the people who discover them
At Monash, work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, from contributing to something groundbreaking – a place where great things happen.
We value difference and diversity, and welcome and celebrate everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. That’s why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.
Together with our commitment to academic freedom, you will have access to quality research facilities, infrastructure, world class teaching spaces, and international collaboration opportunities.
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The Opportunity
Are you passionate about advancing medical research and making a difference in the field of rheumatology? Join us at Monash University's Rheumatology Research Team and be a pivotal part of ground-breaking projects.
As a Level A research-only academic, you will play a key role of important research initiatives under the mentorship and supervision of Associate Professor Alberta Hoi, Rheumatology Department at Monash Health and School of Clinical Sciences of Monash University. This is a 12-month position with potential for renewal. Your responsibilities will include:
- Engaging in innovative but patient-centered research
- Ensuring adherence to ethical and governance standards
- Managing projects, from planning to execution, and ensuring timely completion
- Collecting and maintaining accurate research data
- Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to drive project success
- Learning about research tools such as STATA and RedCap to enhance project outcomes
- Supporting educational and advocacy efforts related to research activities
To qualify, you'll need:
- An honours degree or higher in a relevant discipline, or equivalent research experience
- Understanding of various research methodologies
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and willingness to learn new software
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- Awareness of confidentiality and privacy principles
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
If you're ready to make a difference in rheumatology research, apply now and join us in our mission to improve patient care and outcomes. We look forward to welcoming you to our dedicated team!
Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodiverse people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.
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Monash avidly supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents.
Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.
Your application must address the selection criteria. Please refer to 'How to apply for Monash Jobs'.
Enquiries
Ms Rachel Koelmeyer, ALRB Project Manager, +61 3 8572 2498
Associate Professor Alberta Hoi, Head of Monash Lupus Clinic, Alberta.hoi@monash.edu
Position Description
Research Assistant (Rheumatology)
Closing Date
Monday 13 May 2024, 11:55pm AEST
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