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Research Officer (Early Childhood Eczema)

• Duration: 2-Year Fixed Term
• Employment Type: Full – time (35hr/week) for first 18 months and then will be Part-Time (10.5hr/week) for last 6 months of contract.
• Remuneration: $106K - $112K base (+ 17% Super, leave loading)
• Work rights required: Full time Australian work rights for the duration of the contract.
• Location: Randwick, Sydney

The Organisation 

UNSW Paediatrics & Child Health leads the delivery of educational and research activities aimed at the maintenance of child and adolescent health from the neonatal period until 18 years of age. Whilst primarily based at the Randwick Health and Innovation Precinct, our research and education networks span the nation and internationally. 

Why this role matters  

This role will play a key role in supporting and progressing research projects and will support a clinical research trial the “LaCE (Lactobacillus Paracasei LPB27 On Early Childhood Eczema)” trial, which is a randomised controlled trial aimed at recruiting children with eczema. The Research Officer will also be required to supporting additional research activities under the Gastroenterology Research Group. The Research Officer will demonstrate and apply knowledge in aspects of the research, including being primarily responsible for the co-ordination of the ‘LaCE’ trial, and conduct of specific trail-related activities.

Some skills required:

• Relevant tertiary qualification as a Clinical Nurse Specialist, e.g. Clinical Nurse Specialist 2; or an equivalent level of knowledge gained through a combination of education, training or experience.
• Demonstrated experience in paediatrics.
• Sound clinical skills and attention to detail to ensure exemplary quality research.
• Detailed understanding of all aspects of clinical Trials including Good Clinical Practice.
• Demonstrated experience in research administration through any other combination of education, training and/or experience.
• Proven high level organisational skills, ability to establish priorities, with excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of internal and external stakeholders from diverse backgrounds and levels of seniority as well as children, young people and families.

Please refer to the position description for full details.

UNSW Benefits and Culture: 

UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to a plethora of UNSW-perks including:​ 

• 17% Superannuation and leave loading​ 
• Flexible working ​ 
• Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period​ 
• Access to lifelong learning and career development ​ 
• Progressive HR practices​ 

More information on the great staff benefits and culture can be found here.  

How to apply:

Please click on Apply now to apply online. Applications should not be sent to the contact listed below. If you can provide a resume and a separate document addressing the main skills and experience listed in the position description. A copy of the Position Description can be found on JOBS@UNSW.

This position will require background checks prior to employment including a police check.

Contact

Merita O'Connell – Talent Acquisition

E:  merita.oconnell@unsw.edu.au

Applications close:  Sunday 5^th May 2024 before 11.30pm

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.