Research Assistant - Community Paediatrics

University of Sydney

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Base: $83,038 - $87,739 pro rata; bonus/equity: no...
Coordinating care for children and families
Developing individualised care plans
Using electronic data capture systems
The role supports the Integrated Kids Connect (IKC) project, an innovative program transforming early childhood care through proactive developmental screening

Job Summary

  • The role supports the Integrated Kids Connect (IKC) project, an innovative program transforming early childhood care through proactive developmental screening.
  • You will coordinate care using the Watch Me Grow–Electronic platform, acting as a key contact for families while ensuring culturally safe support.
  • This position offers the opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary team focused on advancing child health outcomes and reducing service gaps.

Matching Summary

The role supports the Integrated Kids Connect (IKC) project, an innovative program transforming early childhood care through proactive developmental screening.

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
  • developing individualised care plans
  • using electronic data capture systems
  • maintaining accurate research records
  • engaging with diverse communities

Nice-to-have

  • experience in qualitative and quantitative research methods
  • knowledge of paediatric models of care
  • understanding of equity and social justice
  • ability to draft research reports summarising statistical analyses
  • strong interpersonal skills for interviewing participants

Key Requirements

  • Tertiary qualification in health sciences, psychology, or public health
  • Unrestricted work rights in Australia required
  • Experience with ethics submissions and research protocols
  • Demonstrated experience in clinical research projects

Work Rights

Must have unrestricted work rights in Australia

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