Woolcock Institute of Medical Research – Macquarie Park NSW

The Woolcock Institute of Medical Research is a not-for-profit research institute and an internationally recognised leader in research, clinical diagnosis and treatment. With a world-class team and network of researchers, clinicians and support staff, we are committed to improving the respiratory and sleep health of all Australians. The Woolcock Institute of Medical Research is ranked as the leading respiratory and sleep research organisation globally. The Sleep and Circadian Research Group is the largest research group within the Woolcock Institute. The Group are world leaders in their field, working to forge current ground in the understanding of the biology of sleep and the prevention and treatment of sleep disorders.

About the role

We are seeking to grow our team with the appointment of an outstanding Sleep Research Study Coordinator for a one or two-year fixed-term contract.

Key responsibilities

Coordination of multiple research projects concurrently

Study implementation including document preparation e.g. ethics correspondence, progress reports

Participant recruitment, scheduling of participant visits, performing face-to-face and remote participant visits

Coordination and set-up of study related technical equipment, systems/databases, including training other staff in specialised equipment and processes

Data collection, data entry and monitoring of data ensuring highest-level data integrity

Effective communication with and management of various stakeholders internally and externally

Undergraduate degree in biomedical science, psychology, nursing or a related field

Previous work as a research assistant, research project officer, or similar role in a clinical setting





Ability to learn new technical skills including running specialised equipment, systems and databases

Demonstrated organisational and planning skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral)

Demonstrated computer competency

Flexibility and willingness to work as required to meet deadlines including early starts or late finishes as required for sleep research activities

Experience working with patients with mental health disorders

Experience working in a sleep and/or mental health clinical research environment

Prior experience of data/statistical analysis

Technical knowledge of biophysiological equipment used in sleep research e.g. EEG/HD-EEG, actigraphy, fNIRS, pupillometry, skin temperature

Join Australia's leading sleep and respiratory research organisation and be part of a dedicated team with a culture of collaboration

Salary packaging options (up to $15,900 tax-free) and tax-free meal and entertainment costs of up to $2,650

Easily accessible by public transport

Opportunities to engage in professional development (e.g. attend conferences) and academic outputs

Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including wellbeing resources and free support from qualified professionals (financial, legal, nutrition, health)

Our Vision :Improved quality of life for individuals and families affected by sleep, breathing and lung disorders.

Our Aspiration : to maintain our world-leading research impact by the translation of sleep, respiratory and lung cancer research into better clinical outcomes globally.

Our Values :Respect, Excellence, Partnership, Support and Opportunity

Questions about the role can be directed to Bek Price and *********@woolcock.org.au

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