Project Officer

Join to apply for the Project Officer role at UNSW This job is based in Australia Project Officer (School of Population Health) Employment Type: Part-time (17.5 hours a week) Duration: 2-year Fixed Term contract Remuneration: $103,866 base Pro-Rata, plus 17% superannuation and leave loading Work rights required: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this position. Location: Hybrid. Kensington, Sydney School of Population Health At UNSW School of Population Health, we believe everyone has the right to good health. As the oldest and largest health management program in Australia, our School is a pioneer in public health, global health, infectious diseases intelligence, and health leadership and management. Our response to emerging threats and health challenges includes producing high quality research, providing the next generation of leaders with the skills to transform health systems, and advocating with passion to address health equity. We’re proud to be recognised in the top 20 universities globally for public health research. Details of the role The Project Officer will play a key role in supporting research projects as part of a multidisciplinary team of researchers for a MRFF-sponsored clinical trial of digital self-management support for people with COPD and comorbidities. The position will provide administrative and research support to senior research staff in activities associated with various research projects, including the contribution and application of knowledge in the field of public health to a range of projects conducted within the School of Population Health. The role reports to Dr Sameera Ansari, Senior Research Fellow, and has no direct reports. Some Key Skills Required A university degree in Public Health, or an equivalent level of knowledge gained through a combination of education, training or experience; clinical training preferred. Provision of efficient administrative and research support to stakeholders, assisting in the conduct of research that contributes to a better understanding of digital self-management support for COPD and comorbidities, contributing where appropriate. Support in the implementation of components and initiatives with the clinical trial. Monitor, track and report on the status of project deliverables to ensure time, cost and quality metrics are in line with the project plan approved by the sponsor. Assist with recruitment of participants, data collection through the digital health platform, and coordination of intervention delivery. Contribute to the production of technical reports, manuscripts for publication and tenders or grants for external funding. Experience in coordination of clinical trials for COPD in primary care; GCP certification required. Knowledge of research protocols, experimental design and planning as involved in developing research projects and reporting against milestones. Please refer to the position description for full details. UNSW Benefits And Culture 17% Superannuation and leave loading Flexible working Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period Access to lifelong learning and career development Progressive HR practices More information on the great staff benefits and culture can be found here. How To Apply Please click on Apply now to apply online. Applications should not be sent to the contact listed below. Please provide a resume and a separate document addressing the skills and experience listed in the Position Description. A copy of the Position Description can be found on Contact Frank McHenry, Talent Acquisition Associate E: Applications close: Tuesday 2nd December before 11.30pm Sydney time UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. #J-18808-Ljbffr