Job Description
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2 opportunities available | 32 hours per fortnight | Grade & Grade 4
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Work closely with the Neuropsychiatry Centre and Monash University
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Close to public transport | Salary Packaging | Career Development opportunities
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Join Royal Melbourne Hospital Mental Health Services as a Research Assistant supporting an exciting pilot project exploring theCare Ecosystem for Young Onset Dementia, in collaboration with the Neuropsychiatry Centre and Monash University.
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You'll support participant recruitment and consenting, conduct assessments, provide navigation support and maintain research databases, working closely with consumers, clinical teams and research staff.
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You'll be part of a collaborative research environment focused on translating evidence into improved care and support for people living with young onset dementia.
Key Accountabilities n
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Support ethics and governance applications and study protocols
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Recruit, consent and assess participants for research studies
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Coordinate participant appointments and provide navigation support
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Maintain research databases, data entry and study documentation
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Analyse data and contribute to reports and research outputs
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Work collaboratively with research, clinical and university partners
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Contribute to safe, inclusive and psychologically safe research practices
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About You n
You bring:
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A relevant tertiary qualification or current study in health, human services, psychology, social work, counselling, community services, aged care, disability or a related field
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Experience in research recruitment, consenting and databasing
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Knowledge of dementia and its impact on individuals, families and carers
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively within a team
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Strong organisation and documentation skills
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Experience or an interest in neurological disorders is highly regarded
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Benefits of Working at RMH n
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Meaningful Work
Make a real difference in the lives of patients, families and our community.
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Career Growth
Access learning, development, and diverse career opportunities.
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Supportive Culture & Belonging
Join in a diverse and values-led organisation built on kindness, collaboration and inclusion.
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Innovation
Help shape the future of healthcare through research, technology and new models of care.
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World-Class Excellence
Work alongside leading healthcare professionals at one of Australia's premier public hospitals, within the Parkville Precinct—one of the world's leading biomedical and research precincts.
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Enjoy great employee perks
Salary packaging of up to $12,000 tax free and generous leave entitlements, including additional annual leave and a monthly accrued day off for eligible full-time staff (role/EBA dependent).
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Work in the Parkville Precinct
Work in the Parkville precinct with excellent public transport, onsite parking options and access to staff health services.
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Interviews may commence as applications are received. Early applications are encouraged as the role may close once filled.
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📌 Research Assistant Neuropsychiatry (Victoria)
🏢 Melbourne Health
📍 Victoria