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- Join a growing National research initiative with more than 5000 participants.
- Coordinate project activities including participant engagement, ethics applications, data management, budgets and community events.
- Fixed-term, part-time opportunity based in Hobart.

About the Opportunity

The Tasmania Parkinson's Project is a collaborative initiative bringing together researchers, clinicians and the Parkinson's community to better understand Parkinson’s and improve the lives of people living with the condition.

Since commencing two years ago, the project has experienced significant growth and now supports a cohort of more than 5000 people across Australia. Alongside its research program, the project delivers webinars, community education sessions, links to the UTAS-developed Parkinson’s Massive Open Online Course (MOOC), participant engagement activities and innovative online learning opportunities that help connect people with information, services and support.

As the Project Officer, you will play a key role in coordinating project activities and supporting the successful delivery of research and community engagement initiatives. Working closely with researchers, project partners and participants, you will contribute to participant recruitment and retention, ethics administration, data governance, database management, budgets, event coordination and stakeholder engagement.

This is an exciting opportunity for a highly organised and proactive professional who enjoys working with people, managing diverse activities and contributing to research that makes a meaningful difference to the Tasmanian community.

What you'll do

- Coordinate day-to-day project activities to support the successful delivery of project objectives and milestones.
- Support participant recruitment, engagement and retention activities.
- Prepare, submit and manage human research ethics applications and associated data governance documentation.




- Maintain project databases, records, financial records and data management processes.
- Coordinate webinars, participant engagement days and community education activities.
- Assist with project communications including newsletters, website content and stakeholder updates.
- Liaise with researchers, clinicians, project partners and community stakeholders.
- Support project governance activities, meetings and reporting requirements.
- Provide administrative and secretariat support to advisory groups and committees.
- Contribute to continuous improvement activities and project growth initiatives.

What we're looking for

We're looking for a highly organised and collaborative qualified who is motivated by supporting research and improving health outcomes for the community.

You will bring:

- Relevant qualifications and/or an equivalent combination of experience and expertise.
- Demonstrated experience in project coordination, administration or research support.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Experience maintaining databases, records and information management systems.
- Proven ability to build productive relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Experience supporting ethics, governance or compliance processes will be highly regarded.
- Experience working in health, research, higher education or community-based environments will be advantageous.
- A commitment to high-quality service and continuous improvement.

What’s on Offer?

As we look toward 2050, we remain committed to fostering excellence,



collaboration and innovation while creating opportunities for our people to make a meaningful impact through teaching and research.

You'll be joining a collaborative team delivering research and engagement activities that are making a real difference to the lives of people living with Parkinson's and their families.

You'll have access to an array of staff benefits and discounts including:

- 26 Weeks paid parental leave for primary caregivers
- 17% superannuation contribution
- Health and fitness membership options
- Accommodation and car hire discounts
- Health insurance and banking offers
- Novated leasing

Salary Details

Appointment to this role will be at HEO 6 and will have a total remuneration package of up to $107,780, comprising a base salary within the range of $92,120 to $99,891 plus 17% superannuation.

How to Apply?

- To apply online, please provide the following supporting documentation:

- - Resume/CV
- Cover letter addressing the selection criteria and outlining your suitability and motivation for the role (Maximum of 2 pages)

- For current UTAS staff, in submitting your application, you acknowledge you have/intend to discuss your interest in this vacancy with your current manager and understand they may need to be contacted confidentially by the hiring manager as part of the assessment of your application.

- For further information about this position, please contact Michele Callisaya ***************@utas.edu.au or Jane Alty *********@utas.edu.au Project Co-Leads
- Please visit https://www.utas.edu.au/jobs/applying for our guide to applying and details on the recruitment process.
- Please refer to the attached Position Description below for full details.

Position Description - Project Officer Tasmania Parkinsons Project.pdf

Applications close Sunday 22nd November 2026, 11.55pm

Interviews will be held Monday 7th December 2026 for shortlisted applicants.

As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive workplace, employment history and police checks may be conducted as part of the selection process.

To be eligible for this position, you are required to hold Australian or New Zealand Citizenship, permanent residency or a valid visa that enables you to fulfil the requirements of this role.

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