Position Details
Part time (0.80 FTE) fixed‐term until 31 March 2027.
Base salary $89,755 (pro‐rata for 0.80 FTE) + 17% superannuation.
About the Opportunity
Research Assistant supporting public health projects examining AI tools in healthcare, within the Sydney Health Literacy Lab at the School of Public Health, University of Sydney. Projects involve mixed methods (surveys, quantitative analysis, interviews/focus groups, co‐design workshops) and focus on AI-enabled tools such as chatbots, digital scribes, and automated communication systems to improve health equity.
Your Key Responsibilities
* Design and develop research protocols and ensure timely execution of research activities.
* Coordinate and submit ethics and grant applications, ensuring compliance with ethical and funding requirements.
* Provide guidance on research regulations, policies, and procedures.
* Assist with quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis, ensuring data quality and accuracy.
* Support health literacy and digital health projects involving AI‐enabled tools.
* Collaborate with researchers, clinicians, and partners to share findings and progress.
* Manage documentation for research publications and maintain comprehensive research records.
* Facilitate communication with stakeholders and support continuous improvement in stakeholder relations.
* Produce quality reports, verify data accuracy within university systems, and support compliance initiatives.
* Process purchasing and payment activities, ensuring timely and accurate invoice management.
* Undertake other duties appropriate to the classification level as required.
About You
* Bachelor's Honours degree in psychology or equivalent experience in public health communication.
* Strong qualitative and quantitative research skills.
* Proficiency with SPSS and advanced skills in Microsoft Excel.
* Experience using Qualtrics for survey design and data collection.
* Experience in research support, including protocol development and grant coordination.
* Sound understanding of research ethics, governance, and compliance requirements.
* Excellent organisational and communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
* Ability to work independently and prioritise tasks to meet deadlines.
* Keen interest in healthcare, digital health, and the emerging role of AI in improving health equity and patient experience.
* Familiarity with university systems and financial processes is desirable.
Work Rights & Conditions
Must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
Your employment is conditional upon completion of all role‐required pre‐employment or background checks and ongoing maintenance of all relevant clearances.
EEO Statement
At the University of Sydney, we value diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTQIA+.
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