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Base pay range
A$89,000.00/yr - A$100,000.00/yr
* Support a collaborative cardiovascular disease prevention research team at USYD
* Full time or Part-time (0.8 FTE), Fixed term contract until 30th June 2026
* Base Salary $89,755 - $100,495 + 17% superannuation (pro-rata for part-time option)
About the opportunity
The Sydney School of Health Sciences within the Faculty of Medicine and Health is at the forefront of health science education and undertakes high-impact research that anticipates the health issues of tomorrow while overcoming the challenges of today.
We are seeking a highly motivated Research Assistant with a strong interest in cardiovascular disease prevention and management.
This is an opportunity to provide support on research that has national and international scope. You will be assisting Dr Dean Picone and the team in their vision to improve the measurement and management of high blood pressure through a program of cutting-edge clinical research studies.
This role offers flexibility to be either full-time or part-time, with a 3-4 day work schedule.
Your key responsibilities will be to:
* collect, manage, and analyse quantitative and qualitative research data, including use of tools like REDCap
* develop and maintain research protocols with the Chief Investigator, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and ethics requirements
* provide advice on research regulations, solve conceptual problems, and recommend improvements in collaboration with the research team
* conduct literature reviews, summarise findings, and manage academic records such as EndNote libraries and publication registers
* prepare and coordinate submissions to ethics and governance committees as required
* coordinate research activities and communications, including site initiations, meetings, and collaboration with clinicians and researchers
* support research publication development and provide occasional administrative assistance to the team.
About you
* tertiary qualifications in appropriate discipline and/or relevant experience in related field. May have (or be working towards) postgraduate qualifications
* extensive experience in developing and working on research projects, including expertise in using research protocols, experimental design, ethics submissions and grant applications
* advanced skills in data analysis, using statistical analysis tools, and reporting on research findings
* excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills with sound negotiating and conflict resolution skills and a demonstrated level of tact and discretion in dealing with day to day operational matters
* ability to work both independently and as part of a team, taking initiative and exercising sound judgement in resolving matters that may arise as part of normal daily work.
Sponsorship / work rights for Australia
Work Rights: you must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
Pre-employment checks
Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.
EEO statement
At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion.
How to apply
Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.
For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply.
For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Rachel Strong Recruitment Operations by email at
The University of Sydney
The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
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