Clinical Sleep Research - Multiple Roles - expressions of interest

• Expressions of Interest welcomed from Clinical Research and Administration Professionals – various experience levels
• World leader in clinical sleep research
• Join a team who make a difference 

The Sleep and Circadian Research Group at the Woolcock Institute are world leaders in their field, working to forge new ground in the understanding of the biology of sleep and the prevention and treatment of sleep disorders.

The Group is in a period of growth and is seeking suitably qualified and experienced individuals to join their team in casual and fixed term capacities (full-time or part-time) at a range of experience levels.

We are seeking expressions of interest from dynamic and talented individuals for multiple roles at our state-of-the-art sleep and circadian research facility. Several new positions are also currently advertised on Seek (as indicated).

• RESEARCH ASSISTANT: Minimum Requirements: undergraduate science or health qualification; hands on research experience in a clinical environment. Highly desirable: experience in sleep research; digital health interventions; clinical skills incl venepuncture/cannulation, ECG, EEG; diet and lifestyle interventions; administering cognitive assessments; ICH/GCP certificate; ethics and governance submissions. Hiring: Full-time or part-time (minimum 0.6 FTE) fixed term 12 months; casual. Apply: Via EOI, see instructions below.

• STUDY/CLINICAL TRIAL COORDINATOR (Junior and Senior): Minimum Requirements: undergraduate science or health qualification; 2+ years’ experience as a Research Assistant or Junior Study Coordinator in clinical research (Jnr position); 4+ years experience as a Clinical Trial Coordinator (Snr position). Highly desirable: previous experience in sleep research and/or sponsored clinical trials; clinical skills incl venepuncture/cannulation, ECG, EEG; ethics and governance procedures and recruitment methods; current ICH/GCP training. Hiring: Full-time fixed term 12 months. Apply: Via Seek: Clinical Trials Coordinator (Junior and Senior roles).

• POST DOCTORAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATE / PROJECT MANAGER: Minimum Requirements: postgraduate qualification in the field of sleep research or other highly relevant field e.g. cognition, neuroscience, ageing, digital health OR undergraduate science or health qualification and 2+ years managing large and/or complex clinical research project/s; experience managing complex research projects including management of staffing, operations, logistics, stakeholders, finances, milestone reporting. Highly desirable: experience with any of the following - high-density EEG; fNIRS; pupillometry; digital health interventions; physiological signal processing; expertise in MATLAB/python; statistical analysis. Hiring: Role 1: Full-time fixed term 2 years, treatment and management of obstructive sleep apnea studies; Role 2: part-time fixed term 2 years 0.6-0.8FTE, sleep, ageing and digital health studies. Apply: Via Seek: Post Doctoral Research Associate / Project Manager - Sleep Apnea or Post Doctoral Research Associate / Project Manager - Several Studies.

• RESEARCH NURSE / CLINICAL ASSISTANT: Minimum Requirements: Nursing qualification or other relevant clinical qualification; expertise in clinical skills including venepuncture, cannulation, ECG, vital signs. Highly desirable: track record in training others in clinical skills; previous experience in clinical sleep research. Hiring: Full-time or part-time (minimum 0.6 FTE) fixed term 12 months; casual. Apply: Via EOI, see instructions below.

• JUNIOR RESEARCH DIETITION: Minimum Requirements: Dietetics/Nutrition qualification; interest in clinical sleep research and in utilising dietetics skills in the context of OSA/Weight loss studies; proven track record in patient/participant engagement and ability to keep patients motivated. Highly desirable: experience in clinical research; experience managing patients on incretin therapy. Hiring: Full-time or part-time (minimum 0.6 FTE) fixed term 12 months. Apply: Via EOI, see instructions below.

• SENIOR ADMINISTRATION ASSISTANT: Minimum Requirements: previous experience (minimum 2 years) as an Executive Assistant or in a similar role supporting senior executives or leadership; strong administrative and communication skills (oral and written); flexible, adaptive, a problem solver, high attention to detail. Highly desirable: EA/high-level administration experience in a research/medical environment; event management experience. Hiring: Full-time permanent. Apply: Via Seek: Senior Administration Via Seek: Senior Administration Assistant.

• CONSUMER LIAISON OFFICER: Minimum Requirements: Demonstrated experience in consumer or community engagement; excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate complex research into plain language; high level of organisation, attention to detail and procedures. Highly desirable: strong qualitative research and/or evaluation skills; experience in health or research settings; experience facilitating focus groups or Delphi panel processes; familiarity with consumer involvement frameworks or ethical principles in research. Hiring: Part-time (0.1FTE) fixed term 12 months, could be paired with another part-time role. Apply: Apply: Via EOI, see instructions below.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a large and internationally renowned clinical sleep research team with opportunities for career development and mentoring. To respond to this EOI (for jobs not listed on Seek where application you must apply via Seek), please email your resume and a cover letter outlining the below to emma.funnell@woolcock.org.au. Please present your cover letter using the below points as headings. : 

• The role(s) you are interested in 
• Your relevant experience including how you meet the minimum requirements and any desirable requirements you meet 
• The type of work you are seeking (casual, full-time, part-time) 
• Expected salary range 
• Status of working rights in Australia including visa details if relevant 
• Where you heard about this opportunity (e.g. Linkedin, Facebook, ASA, Other).

Expressions of interest will be considered as they are received with a view to filling positions quickly. Enquires can be directed to Emma Funnell at the above email address, cc Rebekah Adams via woolcock.hr@woolcock.org.au.