The Opportunity
A Research Assistant role within the Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Research Australia Centre of Research Excellence based at The Kids Research Institute Australia (Perth, Australia). The research team conducts a range of research in FASD, and this position will contribute to improving diagnosis and understanding the impact of FASD in our community.
The Role
This position will involve conducting literature reviews, quantitative and qualitative data analysis as well as stakeholder engagement. This is a part time role, 4 days per week, fixed term for 12 months. Job sharing arrangements will be considered.
Your Experience
The successful candidate will have the following skills/experience:
- Research experience in a health or other science degree
- High-level written and oral communication skills
- Database creation and management
- Quantitative and qualitative survey data analysis including use of SPSS or STATA, and NVivo
- Ability to work independently as part of a broad, multidisciplinary team
- Demonstrated ability to set goals, develop priorities and meet deadlines
The successful candidate will be asked to provide a Working with Children’s Check and a satisfactory National Police Check prior to commencement.
How to Apply:
Applicants should read the Job Description available here.
To apply, please send your resume and a cover letter addressing the essential criteria outlined in the job description to applications@telethonkids.org.au.
Please quote the position title of the role you are applying for in the subject heading of your email application.
For further information about this position please contact: Narelle Mullan
Email: Narelle.Mullan@telethonkids.org.au
Closing date: 5pm Thursday 31 January 2019
The Kids Research Institute Australia 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.