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Casual Research Assistant Wesfarmers Centre
The Role
The key objective of the role is to work closely with members of the Implementation Research team to assist in the delivery of existing and developing clinical research projects. Working with Project Managers, this role will provide support across a range of research projects in various stages of development.
The successful candidate will have the following skills/experience
- Bachelor degree in biological sciences, allied health, nursing or other relevant discipline OR equivalent work experience
- Experience in a research environment
- Knowledge of GCP and applicable regulatory guidelines
- Ability to work independently, take initiative, communicate and work within a team
- Highly organised, with a proven ability to prioritise tasks appropriately in a busy working environment
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
- Evidence of well-developed problem-solving ability
- Apply meticulous attention to detail
- High level of computer literacy including word processing, spreadsheets and databases
- Ability to be flexible with working hours and travel interstate/overseas depending on study requirements
The successful candidate will be asked to provide a satisfactory National Police Check prior to commencement. Remuneration package includes access to generous salary packaging.
How to apply:
Applicants should read the Job description available at here
To apply, please send your resume and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) addressing the selection criteria outlined in the job description to applications@telethonkids.org.au.
Please quote the position title in the subject heading of your email application.
For further information about this position please contact: Sarah Brazier
Email: Sarah.Brazier@telethonkids.org.au
Closing date: 5pm, Friday 29 March 2019
The Telethon Kids Institute is committed to being champions of gender equity, diversity and inclusivity. We actively encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply for positions with the Institute to support our aim of improving the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal children and families and to continue to build a culturally competent, respectful and safe place to work.
About Telethon Kids Institute
The Telethon Kids Institute is one of the nation's leading medical research organisations with impressive facilities in Nedlands, Western Australia. It is home to more than 700 staff and postgraduate students who are dedicated to tackling the major causes of childhood disease, disability and disadvantage. Our research teams are among the world's best and we have strong affiliations with Perth Children's Hospital and all the major Western Australian universities, particularly The University of Western Australia and Curtin University.
2018 saw the Telethon Kids Institute move to brand new premises within the new children's hospital building at the QEII Campus in Nedlands. The Institute is now co-located with Perth Children's Hospital and housed in state-of-the-art premises with increased space and improved access to leading edge technology and research facilities.