Senior Research Assistant, Data Management

Company Description

Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why.
Griffith was created to be a different type of university. You’ll find we’re about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you’ll achieve them.

Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence.

Job Description

The Senior Research Assistant, Data Management will be required to design, program, build and maintain data capturing systems, monitor data quality, and analyse data for clinical trials, cohort studies and other projects being conducted both internally and externally to the University, and liaise with research teams under the supervision of the Professor of Biostatistics.

The Senior Research Assistant could also be asked to contribute to database user guides, instruction manuals and training for clinical operations and research teams; supervise junior research assistants; or assist and contribute to the statistical workshop program being conducted by the biostatistics group.

What we can offer
This is a fixed-term (2 years), full-time position and will be based at the Griffith University Nathan campus.

As Griffith is a multi-campus University you may be required to work across other campus locations. Griffith University's campuses are located on the lands of the Yugarabul, Yuggera, Jagera, Turrbal, Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.

Salary range
The full time equivalent base salary for a Senior Research Assistant (Grade 1) will be in the range $90,775 - $101,354 per annum + 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $106,206 - $118,585 per annum.

About you
The occupant of this position will hold a research higher degree or coursework master’s degree in data management, biostatistics or an equivalent combination of relevant experience, education and training. They should possess strong IT skills relevant to database development and data management, including expertise with REDCap and Qualtrics, and have a broad knowledge of statistical concepts related to biomedical and health research and familiarity with statistical software (e.g. R, Stata).

Additional Information

Why Griffith?
As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:

• Wide range of Learning and Development opportunities
• Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts
• Support with future learning opportunities through our educational staff assistance scheme

How to apply
At Griffith, we’re committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever you’re from. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffith’s Modern Slavery Policy.

Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:

• A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the qualifications above and the position description)
• Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details
• Names and contact details of at least three professional referees (no contact will be made without your permission)

Applicants must have unrestricted working rights. VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.

For further information specifically about this role, please contact Professor Robert Ware, Professor in Biostatistics at r.ware@griffith.edu.au. 

For application and recruitment advice, please contact Jinita Dhall, Talent Acquisition Partner at j.dhall@griffith.edu.au.

For application support, please contact People Services on +61 (0)7 3735 4011 and quote reference number REF6531H.

Closing date: Wednesday, 27 November 2024 at 11:59pm AEST. All applications must be submitted online.