Research Assistant

Be part of a project that drives innovation, strengthens safety, and connects with global experts The opportunity The Research Assistant will work in the Spine Stream of the Children’s Orthopaedic Research group (CORe) at Murdoch Children’s Research Institute (MCRI) as part of a team making a real difference to children’s lives. The position will support groundbreaking research and quality initiatives for paediatric spinal surgery at the Royal Children’s Hospital, contributing directly to a registry that monitors long‑term outcomes and improves care worldwide. What you’ll do Patient enrolment into spinal surgery registry including obtaining informed consent for parent/guardian and clinical data collection and patient surveys Real‑time data entry into local database and REDCap spine surgery registry, including image de‑identification and image transfer to partner organisations Ensure data entry accuracy and efficient collation in keeping with study protocols Managing Human Research Ethics Committee status updates, reporting and amendments as required Assist and contribute to data generation for research and publications What you’ll bring Degree/Honours/Masters qualification in Science or related discipline Appropriate level of expertise gained from a combination of experience, training or professional accreditation Demonstrated capacity to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment Excellent time management, organisational and analytical problem‑solving skills Experience with data entry and collation, including use of REDCap data management Any questions? Reach out to Bec Moorhead on ************@mcri.edu.au . What you’ll enjoy Access a range of salary packaging options—covering entertainment, novated leases, and more A unique opportunity to join a highly respected research institute Work alongside a team that’s dedicated to making a real difference Work in a dynamic and energetic setting with our expanding team Play a key role in advancing work at Australia’s largest child health research institute Take advantage of generous personal leave and the option to purchase additional leave to suit your lifestyle Perk up with discounted coffee from Synapse, our vibrant onsite café Enjoy discounted staff parking, public transport right at your doorstep, and great facilities for cyclists Feel supported through our health and wellbeing program, which includes complimentary access to the Employee Assistance Program Who we are Murdoch Children’s Research Institute envisions a transformative future for child health. Our institute is a hub of impactful scientific breakthroughs, particularly in early interventions, enhanced diagnosis, prevention, and potential cures. We thrive on collaborative, multidisciplinary problem‑solving to address challenging queries in child health. Committed to inclusivity and respect, we foster a positive working environment that values diverse backgrounds and experiences. As a proud member of the Australian Network on Disability and a dedicated supporter of Science Australia Gender Equity (SAGE), we uphold principles of equal opportunity and diverse representation. We are committed to the safety of children and young people and takes a zero‑tolerance approach to all forms of child abuse, exploitation and harm. Child safety is prioritised in our decision‑making at all levels of the Institute. Apply now If you believe this role is a good fit for you, please apply by submitting: Your resume A cover letter addressing the selection criteria Ensure these documents are combined into a single PDF file. We welcome individuals of diverse genders, ages, ethnicities, cultural backgrounds, abilities, religions, and sexual orientations in our workplace. We actively encourage talented individuals from all walks of life to apply for our job openings. Our commitment lies in fostering a workplace that is barrier‑free and inclusive, aiming to attract the most skilled candidates. For any questions related to the recruitment process, feel free to reach out to our Recruitment Team at ***********@mcri.edu.au. Ensure that you include the position number and job title in the subject line. Please refrain from sharing your application to this email address. Please note, we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received. No recruitment agencies please. #J-18808-Ljbffr