Clinical Trials Assistant Neuropsychology

The Florey Institute of Neuroscience and Mental Health; Heidelberg; Vor Ort; AUD 75.000 - 87.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

An established industry player is seeking a Clinical Trials Assistant to support the Australian Epilepsy Project. This role involves collecting and managing cognitive and psychological data, conducting assessments, and overseeing recruitment and follow-up procedures. The successful candidate will work closely with local clinical trial hubs to enhance participant experiences while ensuring accurate data collection. Join a dedicated team at a prominent research institute committed to neurological and psychiatric research, where your contributions will help shape the future of epilepsy care and research.

Leistungen

Flexible Leave Entitlements

Gender Affirmation Leave

Ceremonial Leave

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology or equivalent experience required.
• Experience with cognitive and psychological test administration is essential.

Aufgaben

• Administer and score cognitive and psychological assessments.
• Coordinate participant referrals and manage data in the REDCap database.

Kenntnisse

Cognitive Assessment Administration

Psychological Assessment Administration

Database Management

MS Office Proficiency

Interpersonal Skills

Ausbildung

Bachelor's Degree in Psychology

Equivalent Experience in Health-related Field

Tools

REDCap

Jobbeschreibung

Role: Clinical Trials Assistant (CTA)

The Clinical Trials Assistant (CTA) is a participant-facing representative of the Australian Epilepsy Project (AEP) central team within the Florey. The CTA's primary responsibilities include collecting and managing cognitive and psychological data for the AEP, conducting assessments with epilepsy and control participants, and overseeing screening, recruitment, and follow-up procedures over a 24-month period. They will also maintain the study database.

Alongside the AEP Central Clinical Trials team, the CTA will ensure accurate implementation of the protocol to guarantee complete data collection for each participant. The role involves building rapport with local clinical trial hubs to enhance participant experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and score standardized cognitive and psychological assessments and questionnaires.
• Complete six neuropsychological assessments per week for both epilepsy and control participants.
• Administer research-quality standardized cognitive assessments via telehealth.
• Prepare participants for task-fMRI scanning, including training on in-scanner tasks.
• Coordinate participant referrals with the AEP Clinical Trials team, including eligibility screening, consenting, MRI safety checks, and scheduling across multiple locations.
• Distribute questionnaires and seizure diaries to participants.
• Assist with research activities following AEP study protocols and ICH-GCP guidelines.
• Enter and manage participant data in the REDCap database.
• Collect medical records from healthcare providers.
• Conduct baseline medical interviews and maintain contact for follow-up assessments at 6, 12, and 24 months.
• Assist with genetic sample collection, shipping, and receipt.
• Develop the role through evidence-based practice, ongoing training, and continuous improvement.
• Provide research and administrative support to the AEP team and cognition laboratory.
• Promote the Florey's vision through open communication, fostering innovation, and ensuring practices aligned with equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Additional detailed information and responsibilities are available from the Position Description.

Salary:

The role offers an annual salary ranging from $75,139 to $86,313 (Professional Staff Level 5.15.8), commensurate with experience.

About You:

The successful candidate will have:

• Bachelor's Degree in Psychology or a health-related field, or equivalent experience.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and database management.
• Experience with cognitive and psychological test administration.

Desirable but not essential experience includes:

• Delivering telehealth assessments via telephone or videoconference.
• Experience with research databases such as REDCap.
• Experience in clinical trials.
• Knowledge of epilepsy care or research.

How to Apply:

Please submit a cover letter outlining your interest and experience along with your resume. You are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description. Note that visa sponsorship is not available; current valid work rights for Australia are required. You may be asked to consent to a criminal record check. Applications are due by 5 pm on Monday, 5 May 2025.

Working at the Florey:

The Florey Institute, with a 50-year history, is the largest brain research centre in the Southern Hemisphere, dedicated to neurological and psychiatric research. We are committed to an inclusive, equitable workplace that values diversity and provides flexible leave entitlements, including purchased leave, gender affirmation leave, and ceremonial leave. Learn more about working at the Florey by contacting our People and Culture Team.

Key Skills:

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Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: Years

Vacancy: 1

Monthly Salary: $75,139 - $86,313