Research Assistant
Assist a spine surgeon to provide excellence in research activities in an innovative multidisciplinary Brisbane spine practice.
Summary about this job
Clinical/Medical Research
Company: Private Advertiser
Location: Brisbane
Work type: Part Time
Salary: $25 - $29.99 per hour
Phone: +61-7-4086-5751
Fax: +61-3-1351-6710
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Detail information about job Research Assistant. Terms and conditions vacancy
We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated, and caring person to fulfil a stimulating part-time clinical research position with one of Brisbane's leading Spine Surgeons.
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
This position exists to facilitate clinically relevant research with the aim of improving the quality of care of patients with spinal disorders.
The successful applicant will be expected to continue existing research projects and assist to develop new ones under the supervision of a research coordinator. The role requires the researcher to coordinate, collate, analyse, and prepare data derived from patients who are undergoing treatment for spinal disorders.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Undergraduate biomedical or health sciences degree
SELECTION CRITERIA
- Previous clinical experience in a medical environment working directly with patients
- Practical experience & understanding of basic research methods
- Experience & knowledge of how to conduct a literature review
- Positive interpersonal skills with co-workers
- Ability to work independently and unsupervised
- Ability to prioritise tasks and multi-task
- Eligible to work in Australia
DUTIES
- Continue existing research projects and assist in the development of new studies
- Organise the collection of clinical patient data and ensure it is complete
- Interview patients for the purposes of collecting data
- Maintain and update existing Excel spreadsheets and FileMaker databases
- Assist to analyse the data and prepare reports and scientific papers
- Co-ordinate and attend regular research meetings and conferences
- Access online medical journals and source relevant articles for literature reviews
- Assist surgeon with co-ordination of activities related to research
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The successful applicant will report directly to Dr Paul Licina who is a practicing Orthopaedic Spinal Surgeon. The position is based in Dr Licina's private practice SpinePlus, at Brisbane Private Hospital.
Whilst an autonomous role, this position requires the successful applicant to formulate and nurture professional relationships with research teams and the private practice team. The success of the research is dependent on these relationships.
The position is a part-time role with flexibility of hours and days worked. It is anticipated that the role will entail 20 to 30 hours a week over 2 to 3 days, with the details open to negotiation with the successful candidate.
BENEFITS
The practice is a fast-paced, leading centre for spine care. The successful applicant will be involved in developing and researching cutting edge spinal surgical and patient care techniques. Although demanding, the role is flexible and takes into consideration work-life balance and further studies.
HOW TO APPLY
Please provide:
- Cover letter that systematically addresses the selection criteria
- Your current resume – including the names and contact details of referees
Forward your application to the HR Manager, Tanya Licina on [email protected] by 29th July 2018.