The University of Melbourne Job no: 0063847
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Fixed-term for 12 months
Faculty: Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences
Department/School: Department of General Practice and Primary Care
Salary: Level A $83,468 to $113,262 p.a. plus 17% super
About the Role This Research Assistant/Fellow will develop a decision aid for men with intermediate-risk prostate cancer as part of the GenI-AIRSPACE trial, using expertise in health literacy, health services research, and genomics.
The role involves reviewing literature, conducting qualitative interviews, creating participant materials, and analysing data to refine decision-making tools for cancer treatment, while contributing to other projects within the Primary Care Cancer Research Group at the University of Melbourne.
Your responsibilities will include: Review previous literature on informed decision making for prostate cancer treatment and genetic testing. Conduct qualitative interviews and qualitative data analysis. Develop participant-facing materials, considering previous peer-reviewed literature, qualitative interview data and quantitative survey data. Collect and analyse quantitative survey data. Evaluate decision-making processes in participants assigned to genomically informed active surveillance of their prostate cancer. Who We Are Looking For
You will have the ability to work autonomously and effectively with diverse stakeholders and as part of a team. You will possess highly developed organisational skills, attention to detail, and demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and manage competing demands.
Experience in clinical research methodology, Good Clinical Practice, and managing deadlines within a research team is essential.
You will also have:
A tertiary qualification in medical science, health science, or related discipline, with quantitative and qualitative research experience including conducting studies in clinical settings. Considerable relevant experience in clinical research including demonstrated knowledge of research trial methodology and Good Clinical Practice. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a research team to achieve project goals and meet deadlines and manage time effectively. Demonstrated ability to articulate research through presentations in a public forum including conferences. Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective research collaboration and engagement. This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position . This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Your New Team – Department of General Practice and Primary Care
The Department of General Practice and Primary Care at the University of Melbourne is a leading centre for primary care research, training, and innovation. Our research focuses on biostatistics, implementation science, informatics, and co-design, addressing key healthcare challenges.
What We Offer You!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses.
Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents: Resume Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience The responses against the Selection Criteria (found in the Position Description) If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Lachlan Bryce via email at
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