- Work with leading research teams in vaccines and infectious diseases
- Develop and maintain databases for multiple projects
- Work full time or part time in a dynamic and diverse team
The Wesfarmers Centre of Vaccines & Infectious Diseases at The Kids Research Institute Australia brings together a number of independent researchers and research teams with a common aim; to find and deliver new and improved solutions to prevent and treat serious infections experienced by children or adolescents.
We are seeking a highly motivated, ambitious and skilled individual to be part of an energetic and interdisciplinary research team. The key objective of the role is to provide data management support by providing expertise on database design, analysis and reporting; development and maintenance of databases for clinical trials; facilitation of various methods of data capture; migration of data from multiple sources to a common database; and the development of an analytic dataset of original and derived variables. The dynamic working environment requires candidates to have strong organisational and communication skills and to work productively in a team setting.
Essential Skills, Knowledge and Experience:
1. Experience with one or more clinical databases (e.g. Medrio)
2. Experience in handling research data in accordance with the principles of Good Clinical Practice
3. Demonstrated understanding of issues about data confidentiality/security/privacy
4. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts
5. High attention to detail and ability to ensure work is of high quality
6. Ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team
7. Demonstrable time management skills and ability to prioritise workload
8. Ability to obtain Working With Children Check and a National Police check
This is a full time role, however, part time hours may be negotiated.
How to Apply:
Applications MUST include a statement addressing the selection criteria, the applicant's curriculum vitae and the contact details of two current referees. Applicants not addressing the selection criteria will not be considered for this
Applicants should read the Job description available here.
Submit your application along with a covering letter 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 Sam Bolton.
Closing date: 26th May, 2017