Research Assistant

Macquarie University; Sydney; On-site; AUD 86,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An esteemed educational institution in Sydney seeks a Research Assistant to support a clinical study, primarily recruiting patients and managing data. Ideal candidates have strong organizational and communication skills, a Master of Research or PhD, and relevant research assistant experience. Full-time position available with benefits including 17% superannuation and flexible working options.

Benefits

17% Superannuation

Subsidised onsite parking options

Flexible working options

Employee Assistance Program

Training and professional development

Qualifications

• Previous research assistant experience, including data entry, data cleaning and data analysis.
• Australian driver's licence and access to a car.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Recruit patient participants onsite and explain the details of the study.
• Contact and speak with patient participants to screen them for inclusion.
• Provide end-to-end research support including ethics applications and research outputs.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Data entry experience

Data cleaning experience

Data analysis experience

Education

Master of Research or PhD

Tools

REDCap

Excel

Job description

Overview

Research Assistant role at Macquarie University.

Play a key role in a clinical study by visiting participating general practices to recruit and screen patients for inclusion, while supporting broader research activities. This is a full-time position, with part-time or job share arrangements considered for the right candidates.

Salary From $86,087 per annum (HEW 5) plus 17% superannuation and annual leave loading.

Appointment Type Full-time, fixed-term position for 12 months (part-time may be considered for the right candidates, including potential job-share).

Location Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences, Macquarie University, Wallumattagal Campus (North Ryde)

The Role

The Research Assistant will play a key role in a clinical study, primarily visiting participating general practices to recruit and screen patients for inclusion. You’ll provide end-to-end research support, from participant recruitment and data management to assisting with ethics applications and preparing research outputs.

Key Responsibilities

• Recruit patient participants onsite and explain the details of the study
• Contact and speak with patient participants in person or on the telephone to screen them for inclusion
• Use online platforms (especially REDCap) to assist with recruitment
• Enter data into the trial spreadsheet using Excel
• Undertake data cleaning
• Provide research support, including organising and maintaining a literature database, assisting with data management and analysis, contributing to ethics applications, and assisting with research reports/presentations
• Perform other Research Assistant duties as required for this classification
• Visit participating general practices to develop strong relationships with GPs and practice staff

About You

You are organized, detail-oriented and proactive, and you communicate clearly and work well both independently and in a team, adapting to changing project needs.

• Australian driver’s licence and access to a car
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, adapting workload as necessary
• Previous research assistant experience, including data entry, data cleaning and data analysis
• Master of Research or PhD

About Us

The Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences is ambitiously pushing the boundaries of progressive thinking to solve big issues on national and global scales. The Faculty forms part of MQ Health, an integrated academic health sciences enterprise which incorporates Macquarie University Hospital and primary and specialty clinics. The Department of Chiropractic, within the Faculty, is internationally recognised for its rigorous, evidence-based programs and hands-on learning facilities.

Macquarie is a university engaged with real problems and opportunities. Connect with us today. You to the Power of Us — the strength of individuals working together to make a greater impact.

Why Work at Macquarie?

We are recognised among top employers in Australia and have a strong employability rating. The campus is conveniently located near public transport and retail amenities.

Benefits

• 17% Superannuation
• Subsidised onsite parking options
• Flexible working options
• Training and professional development
• Discounted health insurance (Medibank)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Subsidised membership at the Sport & Aquatic Centre

How to Apply

To be considered for this position, please apply online by submitting your CV and a separate (2-page maximum) cover letter that demonstrates your suitability for the role and how you meet the selection criteria.

Note: This position is only open to Australian citizens, permanent residents, and those currently residing in Australia with full working rights. The role is subject to Macquarie University's pre-employment screening requirements.

Role inquiries: Professor Simon French at [e-mail]

Applications close: Friday, 29 August 2025 at 11:59 p.m. (AEST).

Additional notes: Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we reserve the right to progress or decline an application prior to the closing date. We also reserve the right to close the advertisement early if a sufficient number of qualified applicants are received.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Research and Health Care Provider
• Higher Education

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