Part-time (60% / 3 days per week), fixed-term position for up to 3 years.Full time base salary will be in the range $78,944 - $87,750 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 5).Identified s25: Position open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates only.We are seeking a motivated Senior Research Assistant to join our friendly team at the UQ Poche Centre for Indigenous Health. In this role, you will provide research support for the ARC Centre of Excellence for Indigenous Futures health and wellbeing theme, aimed at transforming the health and wellbeing for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.Key responsibilities will include:Drafting research documentation, including ethics, funding, and protocol documentation.Coordinating investigators and stakeholder organisations in relation to research activities.Preparing reports, graphs, figures, and presentations on research outputs.Assisting in the design of research studies.Undertaking literature searches and reviews.Providing support to the IFC central team and support Centre wide activities.At UQ, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are supported to fill their cultural responsibilities, with access to 8 additional days (pro-rata) of paid Cultural Leave annually.About UQAs part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world. Everyone here has a role to play. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and student life, you will contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued, and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave.17% superannuation contributions.17.5% annual leave loading.Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight.Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family.UQ Study for Staff.Salary packaging options.About YouThe University of Queensland considers that being Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander is a genuine occupational requirement for this position.The successful candidate will be required to provide evidence to confirm that they are an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.Completion of a degree level qualification in Public Health or similar; or completion of a Diploma with relevant work experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.Excellent practical research skills and experience in relevant research methodology or techniques required for this body of research.Experience working with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples and a strong understanding of the challenges in Indigenous health.Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and independently on routine procedures.Excellent oral and written communication skills.Well-organised, methodical, and self-motivated.Previous experience in a similar role would be considered favourably.The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including right to work in Australia.Work RightsYou must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.Want to Apply?All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:Cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the 'About You' section.Resume.Other InformationUQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges that have impacted their career trajectory. Candidates who don't meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential.We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community.Applications close Tuesday 19th November 2024 at 11.00pm AEST (R-43948).
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