Research Assistant

Alfred Health

Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services.

• Fixed Term until 28 April 2025
• Part Time (53.20 hours per fortnight)
• Community Development Worker - 2AB
• 607 St Kilda Road, Melbourne 3004
• Great staff benefits!

The Department

MAPrc is an Alfred Health based clinical research centre in partnership with Monash University’s Department of Psychiatry, (CCS) and HER Centre Australia. Together they conduct impactful clinical research dedicated to improving women’s mental health, based at 607 St Kilda Road, Melbourne. The department has been a constant source of output in the areas of cutting-edge clinical research, innovation in clinical practice, and a strong voice of advocacy and understanding for women living with mental illness. For researchers aspiring to innovate treatments that have a meaningful impact on the community, HER Centre Australia is the ideal environment.

HER Centre Australia is a Monash University research centre with affiliations with both Alfred Health and Cabrini, enabling direct translational pathways from research to clinical practice. Being based in the Alfred Hospital, HER Centre Australia researchers are in the ideal setting to identify specific clinical problems or draw from the lived experience of service consumers to inform their research. We excel in the translation of cutting-edge science to worldclass clinical trials and studies, aimed at making a transformative difference to people living with poor mental health.

The Role

The primary purpose of this position is to coordinate and maintain The National Register for Antipsychotic/Antidepressant Medication in Pregnancy (NRAMP). This nationwide, observational study explores the progress and well-being of women who are taking, or who have taken, antipsychotic medication during pregnancy. This includes observations of the experiences and outcomes for women who may have a mental illness, and the wellbeing of their babies, through pregnancy and up to 5 years of the child’s life.

Experience and Qualifications Required
Essential

• A Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Biomedical Science with Honours in an appropriate area of study, or relevant experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Highly motivated and enthusiastic
• Ability to establish rapport with patients and colleagues
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Demonstrated research experience including subject recruitment
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Excellent time management skills and a high level of motivation in achieving research outcomes
• Demonstrated computer literacy and proficiency in the production of high-level work using software such as Microsoft Office applications and statistical programs, with the capability and willingness to learn new packages as appropriate

Desirable

• Experience working with people with mental ill health
• Clinical Trials experience and sound knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines
• A basic understanding of REDCap

Benefits

• Salary Packaging
• Discount Health Insurance
• Car Parking (subject to availability)
• Onsite Gym (The Alfred only)
• Child care services (The Alfred only)
• Close Proximity to Public Transport

Any queries please contact Dr Eveline Mu on (03) 9076 6589.
Applications close at 11pm AEST, Monday 6th May 2024.

Alfred Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve.  Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.

In accordance with the Health Minister's Covid-19 Mandatory Vaccination Order, all Alfred Health employees are required to be fully vaccinated (3 doses) for COVID-19 or hold an acceptable medical exemption. Furthermore, in accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption. 

Website: www.alfredhealth.org.au