Role Type: 12-month contract with potential to extend Hours: Part time role 0.4 FTE - 0.6 FTE 15.2 - 22.6 Salary: $84,376 - $102,756 p.a plus (pro rata) + superannuation Join the Fight Against Allergies! In March 2022, the Federal Government announced a transformative $26.9 million investment in allergy prevention and management, responding to the urgent findings of the 2019 bipartisan Parliamentary Inquiry into Allergies and Anaphylaxis.
This funding is a pivotal step in addressing a critical public health challenge and comes as part of the 2022 budget.
Be a Part of the Solution: National Allergy Centre of Excellence (NACE) We're excited to introduce the National Allergy Centre of Excellence (NACE), designed to enhance research and care across Australia for food, drug, insect, and pollen allergies.
With four key pillars—Allergy Research, Repository & Discovery, Evidence & Translation, and Training & Innovation—NACE is set to make a significant impact.
Introducing the ARISE Trial: We are looking for a dedicated Research Assistant/Research Nurse to join our team in the Allergic Rhinitis Improvement through Strategic Education (ARISE) Trial.
This innovative study aims to improve the lives of adolescents and young adults aged 14-29 suffering from moderate to severe allergic rhinitis (hay fever).
This role will work closely with the Pillar 1 team, ARISE trial investigators, recruitment site leads as well as the Pillar 1-2 Data Manager.
It is available as a 0.4 FTE role (with potential for expansion) and will report to the NACE Projects and Partnerships Manager.
Flexibility to work from home for part of the role may be considered.
As a Research Assistant you will play a vital role in: Coordinating participant screening, informed consent, and randomisation.
Delivering targeted educational interventions to enhance patient care.
Administering questionnaires and assessing nasal spray techniques through telehealth.
Managing telehealth appointments and data entry in our REDCap database.
Supporting trial progress reporting and collaboration with leading allergy experts.
What we need from you: Degree/Honours/Masters qualification in Science, Nursing or related discipline Appropriate level of expertise gained from a combination of experience, training or professional accreditation Experience and proficiency in using REDCap or other research databases Demonstrated capacity to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment Strong time management, organisational and analytical problem-solving skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Any specific questions related to this position should be directed to Tenaya Jamieson at ******.
What's in it for you? Maximise Your Pay: Benefit from salary packaging, including entertainment and novated leases Impactful Work: Contribute to groundbreaking research aimed at improving the lives of individuals suffering from allergic rhinitis and other allergies Professional Development: Gain valuable experience in clinical research, telehealth, and patient education, enhancing your skills in a rapidly growing field Collaboration with Experts: Work alongside leading researchers and healthcare professionals in allergy and immunology, expanding your professional network Supportive Environment: Be part of a collaborative team dedicated to advancing allergy care and research, fostering a culture of innovation and support Career Advancement: Opportunities for further involvement in other research projects or roles within the NACE as your experience grows Contribution to Public Health: Play a key role in addressing a significant public health challenge, making a positive impact on community health Who we are Murdoch Children's Research Institute envisions a transformative future for child health.
Our institute is a hub of impactful scientific breakthroughs, particularly in early interventions, enhanced diagnosis, prevention, and potential cures.
We thrive on collaborative, multidisciplinary problem-solving to address challenging queries in child health.
Committed to inclusivity and respect, we foster a positive working environment that values diverse backgrounds and experiences.
As a proud member of the Australian Network on Disability and a dedicated supporter of Science Australia Gender Equity (SAGE), we uphold principles of equal opportunity and diverse representation.
If you're passionate about improving health outcomes and want to be part of this exciting initiative, apply now! If you believe this role is a good fit for you, please apply by submitting: Your resume A cover letter addressing the selection criteria Ensure these documents are combined into a single PDF file.
We welcome individuals of diverse genders, ages, ethnicities, cultural backgrounds, abilities, religions, and sexual orientations in our workplace.
We actively encourage talented individuals from all walks of life to apply for our job openings.
Our commitment lies in fostering a workplace that is barrier-free and inclusive, aiming to attract the most skilled candidates.
For any questions related to the recruitment process, feel free to reach out to our Recruitment team at ******.
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Position Description Applications close: 18th October 2024 #J-18808-Ljbffr