Job No:FLOREY213 About Us One in five Australians is affected by a brain disorder each year. The Florey Institute of Neuroscience and Mental Health employs more than 400 people who are passionately committed to researching the way the brain works. We are internationally renowned for our discoveries and research on the central nervous system and associated brain disorders. Key areas of interest include addiction, Alzheimer's disease, cardiovascular disease, depression, epilepsy, Huntington's disease, motor neuron disease, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, schizophrenia, stroke and traumatic and spinal cord injury.
About the role: An excellent opportunity is available for a highly motivated individual to join an outstanding team of scientists and work within the Neuroepidemiology Research Group at our Parkville facility. This position is a perfect opportunity for students to get a real-life experience in a work environment.
The candidate will be responsible for:
Reporting to the Group Head, Professor Anne-Louise Ponsonby with multiple tasks, working both as part of a team and independently.Support the Neuroepidemiology Research Group and various working groups in achieving deliverables, including organisation, agendas, and minutes for meetings.Contribute to project reports, and to grant proposals and publications as appropriate.Draft and contribute to scientific materials, including literature reviews, ethics, grant submissions, protocols, documents, and information sheets.Participate in team meetings and working groups and interact with group members.Undertake general administration duties, supporting the Neuroepidemiology Research Group.This position is a fixed term, part time role with FTE ranging from 0.3 to 0.5 FTE. The role attracts an annual salary of Professional Staff Level 4 (PS 4-1) $66,815 pro rata plus up to 17% superannuation. Applicants who meet the criteria listed in the Position Description should submit their resume together with a cover letter no later than 18 June 2024. About you: The successful candidate will have:
High quality tertiary qualification in a relevant area (or one in progress) or related discipline.An appropriate level of expertise gained from a combination of experience, training, or professional accreditation.Highly organised with time management and multitasking skills.Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.Communicate highly effectively in oral and written form.Ability to establish warm, constructive working relationships with co-workers.Excellent and succinct writing skills.Ability to work independently, while also working constructively with supervisor and other team members. Competence in use of computers and software products, particularly MS Office. Experience with the below is desirable, but not essential:
Familiarity with the REDCap data capture and storage software.Advanced use of Excel.Use of Endnote referencing software.What we offer:
Working at the Florey offers you the chance to work with a dedicated group of researchers within a culture that focuses on equity, diversity and collaboration. Other benefits include:
Generous salary packaging to maximise your benefitsUp to 17% superannuationIf you're inspired to make a positive difference, apply now. At the Florey our future focus starts with an unwavering commitment to diversity and inclusion and a desire to provide a place to tremendous opportunity to everyone. We seek and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds and cultures including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGTBQI+, veterans and people with disability. All final applicants for this position may be asked to consent to a criminal record check.
About UsThe Florey Institute of Neuroscience and Mental Health is a medical research institutespecialising inthe brain and mind and is one of the world's top 10 brain research centres. We employexceptionallytalented people who work to solve the greatest brain and mind challenges of our era. Ourstaffandstudents are the bedrock of our research and success, and we strive for excellence byfosteringpartnerships and empowering people. At the Florey our mission-driven culture enables ourpeople tocollaborate, thrive, learn, make ground breaking discoveries and advance humanity throughbrainand mind science.
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