Research Assistant/Nurse

Career Opportunities: Research Assistant / Nurse (42511)

Requisition ID 42511 - Posted - Infection and Immunity - Molecular Immunity - MCRI-PARKVILLE - Australia - VIC - Job Function (1)

Role Type: 12-month contract (with potential to renew)

Hours: Part-time (15.2 - 30.4 hours per week) with opportunities for job sharing

Salary: Competitive salary + superannuation + salary packaging

The opportunity:

We are currently seeking a passionate and dedicated Rheumatology Research Nurse / Assistant to join our dynamic team within the Rheumatology Unit. This position offers the exciting opportunity to contribute to vital research focused on children with Juvenile Arthritis and be involved in major national studies, including A3BC (Australian Arthritis and Autoimmune Biobank) and AJAR (Australian Juvenile Arthritis Registry).

As a Research Nurse / Assistant, your primary role will be to recruit children from our outpatient clinics and joint injection lists to participate in these groundbreaking studies. You will play a key part in coordinating research activities, working closely with both clinical and research teams to ensure the smooth and efficient execution of these projects.

You will collaborate with the Research Coordinator and work under the guidance of the Project Leader and team members to carry out the important work within the Rheumatology Unit.

If you’re a compassionate and detail-oriented individual with a keen interest in paediatric rheumatology research, we would love to hear from you!

Your responsibilities include:

• Recruiting children for research studies related to Juvenile Arthritis.
• Coordinating research activities in close collaboration with clinical teams.
• Contributing to the success of national research projects like A3BC and AJAR.
• Supporting the Research Coordinator and team members under the direction of the Project Leader.
• Completing administrative duties to contribute to the day-to-day operations of rheumatology research.
• Liaising with team members regarding data collection procedures.
• Ensuring that data collection and production timelines are achieved – both individually and by the team.
• Assisting in the preparation and submission of project reports / data on time and as required.
• Supporting HREC requirements, submissions, modifications, and annual reports.
• Assisting in the preparation of material for reports, grants, meetings, publications, and seminars as appropriate and other matters if required and as directed.

What we need from you:

• A Degree, Honours, or Masters qualification in Science, Nursing, or a related discipline.
• Appropriate level of expertise gained through a combination of experience, training, or professional accreditation.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Capacity to establish warm, constructive relationships with parents, children, and multidisciplinary colleagues.
• Proven meticulousness in data collection and management.
• Strong time management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively and meet deadlines.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, particularly when handling complex research challenges.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly and professionally.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and up-to-date literature-searching skills, with familiarity in REDCap (preferable).
• Demonstrated understanding of a range of research methodologies and their application in empirical research.

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.

We are committed to the safety of children and young people and take a zero-tolerance approach to all forms of child abuse, exploitation, and harm. Child safety is prioritised in our decision-making at all levels of the Institute.

Join Us!

If you believe this role is a good fit for you, please apply by submitting:

• Your resume
• A cover letter addressing the selection criteria (including position applied for)

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. Ensure that you include the position number and job title in the subject line. Please refrain from sharing your application to this email address.

Please note, we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

Applications close: 26 February 2025 AUS Eastern Daylight time