Research Support Officer (Health Mgr Lvl 2) SPHERE - Temp FT - Australia Jobs Opening

October 17, 2024

South Western Sydney Local Health District

Warwick Farm

FULL TIME & OTHER

Research Support Officer (Health Mgr Lvl 2) SPHERE - Temp FT

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time, working 38 hours per week until June 2025.
Location: Ingham Institute of Applied Medical Research, Liverpool
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 2
Remuneration: $2,034.20 - $2,400.23 per week

Requisition ID: REQ527775
Application Close Date: 03/11/2024
Interview Date Range: 06/11/2024 – 13/11/2024
Contact Details: Elizabeth Hennes – 0412 460 949 | e.henness@unsw.edu.au

About the Opportunity
This is a unique opportunity to work as part of the SPHERE partnership. Applicants with experience in the following disciplines are encouraged to apply:

Aged Care

Aboriginal Health

Diabetes

Transitional Care

What You'll be Doing
The Research Support Officer (RSO) will enhance and facilitate the collective abilities of Sydney Partnership for Health, Education, Research and Enterprise (SPHERE) and its partner organisations to be effective and efficient in this endeavour, by seamlessly leveraging the combined capabilities of our partners, collaborators and industry in order to facilitate and enhance the research performance of the SPHERE partnership.
The RSO will be aligned with a number of Platforms and/or Clinical Themes and act as the primary SPHERE contact for those Platforms or Clinical Themes. This position is instrumental in raising the research profile of SPHERE, supporting research and our researchers, and identifying and building collaboration across the SPHERE partnership. The role reports to the Research Outcomes Coordinator at SPHERE and has no direct reports.

Where You'll Be Working
South Western Sydney is rapidly growing and is a great place for young people and families to build a life. We are close to public transport, a short drive to the beach and the natural wonders of the Blue Mountains and Royal National Park.
The area is growing exponentially with many major shopping centers, great entertainment venues and the development of Sydney’s new airport all located within minutes of new housing estates.
As part of the greater Sydney area, we have bustling metropolitan hubs as well as areas that maintain their rural heritage. It is an incredible place to explore with adventure or relaxation are at your fingertips.

How to Apply
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application.

Health or science-related degree along with extensive research support experience, or equivalent level of knowledge gained through any other combination of education, training, and/or experience in relation to the conduct of research.

Demonstrated understanding of the research funding environment and processes, and a commitment to working closely with researchers to achieve objectives.

Proven ability to develop and implement operational plans with little supervision, including the ability to achieve objectives, meet competing deadlines, and report on outcomes.

Demonstrated success working effectively and collaboratively on initiatives with a range of people at different levels within an organisation.

Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and as part of a team, including ability to prioritise work in order to meet tight timeframes whilst managing multiple tasks at once.

Well-developed problem-solving skills with the ability to foresee potential issues and implement a solution.

Ability to produce a broad range of documents including briefs, research scopes, grant and research development and high-level reports.

Highly developed interpersonal skills with the ability to represent the organisation both internally and externally.

Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.

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Additional Information
Stepping Up – Close the Gap
Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal applicants understand how to apply for roles with NSW Health by clarifying the recruitment and onboarding process. If you are an Aboriginal person and wish to obtain more information about applying for a role within South Western Sydney Local Health District, please contact the SWSLHD Aboriginal Workforce Team on SWSLHD-Aboriginal Workforce@health.nsw.gov.au

Salary Packaging
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees are able to enjoy the benefits of salary packing. Visit Smart Salary for more details.

Health & Fitness
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees receive discounted Gym Membership/Corporate Wellbeing Programs, including Fitness Passport.

Transforming Your Experience
Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.

At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of ️ Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander ️ background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.

SWSLHD is committed to driving a child safe culture that upholds children and young people’s rights. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported and included in their care. Existing staff of SWSLHD and those seeking employment are required to take the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people seriously while taking action to keep them safe from harm and abuse.
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