Research Assistant - Community Paediatrics

University of Sydney

Base: $83,038 - $87,739 pro rata; bonus/equity: no...
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Coordinating care for children and families
Experience with electronic data capture systems
Knowledge of research protocols and ethics submissions
** The University of Sydney is seeking a part-time Research Assistant to support the Integrated Kids Connect (IKC) project within the Community Paediatrics department. This role involves coordinating care for children and families, engaging with diverse communities, and contributing to research activities aimed at improving child health and wellbeing. **

Job Summary

  • The role supports the Integrated Kids Connect (IKC) project, which transforms early childhood care through proactive developmental screening using the Watch Me Grow–Electronic platform.
  • Key responsibilities include recruiting families, coordinating care plans, maintaining accurate records, and contributing to research activities such as data analysis and ethics applications.
  • Candidates must have unrestricted work rights in Australia, as visa sponsorship is not available for this fixed-term position until June 2028.

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** The University of Sydney is seeking a part-time Research Assistant to support the Integrated Kids Connect (IKC) project within the Community Paediatrics department. This role involves coordinating care for children and families, engaging with diverse communities, and contributing to research activities aimed at improving child health and wellbeing. **

Salary

Base: $83,038 - $87,739 pro rata; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 17% superannuation

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • coordinating care for children and families
  • experience with electronic data capture systems
  • knowledge of research protocols and ethics submissions
  • strong written communication skills for reports
  • ability to work in multidisciplinary teams

Nice-to-have

  • sound understanding of paediatric models of care
  • knowledge of equity and social justice principles
  • experience with qualitative and quantitative methods
  • familiarity with RedCap or similar EMR systems
  • willingness to learn new protocols and techniques

Key Requirements

  • Tertiary qualification in health sciences, psychology, or public health
  • Unrestricted work rights in Australia required
  • Experience developing and working on research projects

Work Rights

Must have unrestricted work rights in Australia

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