Research Assistant – Kids Rehab
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- REQ678052 Requisition #
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- 17 hours ago Post Date
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time up to 9 July 2027
Position Classification: Health Mgr Lvl 1
Remuneration: 91326 - 121497 - full-time equivalent base salary range (+12% super + 17.5% leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week: 8
Requisition ID: REQ678052
Location: Westmead
Application Closes: 25 July 2026
For role related queries or questions contact Angus Simpson on Angus.Simpson@health.nsw.gov.au
At the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network, every role helps children and young people live their healthiest lives.
As the largest paediatric health service in Australia, we care for thousands of children each year, in hospital and at home. Our people are united by compassion, collaboration and excellence in care.
Kids Rehab is the largest tertiary paediatric rehabilitation service in NSW, providing services to children and young people who as a result of injury, illness, a health condition or surgical/medical intervention, would benefit from a multidisciplinary program of goal-directed rehabilitation.
The department are a study site for a multi-site cerebral palsy musculoskeletal study being coordinated by University of Queensland. The Research Assistant will work closely with the principal investigator and clinical staff to provide administrative support to the study, monitoring the musculoskeletal health (hips, spine and bone density) of children with cerebral palsy over a 3-year period. The contract will likely be extended beyond the current 12-month period to sustain the 3-year project, depending on the success of the candidate during the first year.
What you'll be doing
The primary purpose of this role is to contribute actively to the provision of high-quality research activities at the Sydney Children’s Hospital Network (SCHN).
Additional Benefits (where applicable): Flexible work opportunities, Salary packaging and meal entertainment benefits, accrued days off (ADOs), fitness passport, employee assistance program (EAP)
How to Apply:
Click ‘Apply Online’ and submit your application including:
A resume (maximum 5 pages) outlining your experience
Responses to the questions below:
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in a relevant field, or a combination of study and work experience.
- Demonstrated clinical research knowledge and experience including the ability to provide support and coordination of clinical research activities including ethics and governance submission, protocols, registry activities, research publications and other research writing.
- Demonstrated knowledge and ability to work in accordance with key underpinning frameworks and principles in clinical trials, including GCP and the National Clinical Trials Governance Framework.
- Demonstrated high level ability in the use of computer applications, databases and data entry.
- Demonstrated ability to set priorities and ensure a high level of attention to detail while considering service objectives and timeframe constraints.
- Highly developed and effective written and verbal communication skills with interpersonal and problem-solving skills and the capabilities to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team and with limited day-to-day supervision.
- Excellent time management and organisational skills with the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
- Demonstrate a culture of quality and patient safety in clinical research.
Child Safe Standards:
SCHN is committed to maintaining a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, in line with NSW Health’s commitment to the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Additional Information:
SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity, recognising that a diverse workforce strengthens our culture and enhances the care we provide to children, young people and their families.
Permanent NSW Health roles require Australian citizenship or permanent residency. Temporary visa holders may be considered where no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is identified.
NSW Health vaccination and screening requirements must be met prior to commencement.
This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian.
Where required, overseas qualifications must be formally assessed by the Department of Education or relevant authority for recognition in Australia.
An Eligibility List may be created for future temporary part time vacancies
Need more information?
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families. For application support, visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application, or contact the SCHN’s Aboriginal Workforce Consultant at SCHN-EA-AboriginalHealthDirectorate@health.nsw.gov.au
For technical support please contact 1300 679 367
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