Clinical Research Project Coordinator

• Be involved in a ‘world first’ study to improve health outcomes in people with unknown atrial fibrillation

• Suitable for Allied Health, Nursing or other relevant discipline professional

• Conveniently based at the Charles Perkins Centre, University of Sydney

• Competitive salary package based on qualifications and experience

• Part time hours will be considered for the right candidate

THE HEART RESEARCH INSTITUTE (HRI) is an internationally recognised Medical Research Institute that performs ground-breaking cardiovascular research from our state-of-the-art facilities located in Newtown. For over 20 years, The HRI has been one of Australia’s leading research organisations working to detect, prevent and treat heart disease. Through our research, The HRI has made significant findings that have changed the way we live with and treat cardiovascular disease.

The Stroke Prevention Research Group at the Heart Research Institute is located in The Charles Perkins Centre at the University of Sydney. We are running a running a large randomised control trial, screening for atrial fibrillation in collaboration with Cambridge University and Oxford University in the United Kingdom. This project, “SAFER-AUS”, aims to find out whether a national screening program for AF is: (i) possible/achievable; (ii) will prevent strokes; and (iii) is good value for money for the Australian healthcare system.

For further information on the project, visit SAFER – Screening for Atrial Fibrillation Study (cam.ac.uk)

We offer:

• Real work-life balance and a friendly, flexible and productive team environment.

• Outstanding opportunity to work in a world-class research and education precinct.

• A competitive remuneration package along with salary-packaging options.

• Convenient location in Camperdown: University of Sydney

We are seeking a Nurse, Allied Health Professional or someone with other relevant qualifications and experience whose main responsibility will be to manage patient recruitment and deliver the screening intervention. The recruitment and intervention will both be performed remotely using telehealth. You will be a part of the Stroke Prevention Research Group and will work closely with the NHMRC Clinical Trials Centre. This role represents an excellent opportunity to be involved in a major cardiovascular research project. The position is full time for 12 months with possibility of extension and will be based at the Charles Perkins Centre, University of Sydney. Part time hours will be considered for the right candidate.

Key Accountabilities

• Participant recruitment in collaboration with general practice staff

• Remote delivery of the screening intervention for people aged 70 years and over

• High standard of interpersonal and communication skills

• Accurate and detailed data entry and database management

• Work alongside the multidisciplinary study research team

Essential Criteria:

• Relevant Health Professional qualification (e.g. Nursing, Allied Health, Public Health); and current registration with the relevant professional body

• Excellent communication skills with patients and health professionals

• Demonstrated ability to explain general medicine concepts and terminology to a lay population

• Experience with database entry and management

• Excellent written communication skills

• Good organisational and time management skills

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team

Desirable Criteria:

• Experience in a clinical research setting, scientific research and/or conducting clinical trials

• Experience working in the field of Cardiovascular Disease

• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, and research or commercial software (REDCap, R, SAS, SPSS etc)

• Experience with manuscript and report writing

How to apply: Please email your application to careers@hri.org.au and include:

• A cover letter addressed to Prof Ben Freedman and detailed curriculum vitae (CV), addressing each of the essential and desirable criteria

• The names and full contact details of three professional referees (including email addresses)

Please do not use the ‘Apply’ button on this website.

Further information can be obtained from Nicole Lowres (nicole.lowres@hri.org.au).

Eligibility: To apply for this position, you must have an appropriate Australian or New Zealand work visa.

Closing Date: Applications close on 19 October 2022. Please apply as soon as possible; however, as this job ad will close once a sufficient number response of suitable applications has been received.

Please note: Due to the volume of applications expected, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

This is a Category A position according to the NSW Health Policy Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases (nsw.gov.au) The successful applicant will be required to provide evidence of protection against the infectious diseases specified, at their own cost, prior to appointment.

The Heart Research Institute supports Equal Employment Opportunity. We value diversity and encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disability, LGBTQI individuals and applicants of diverse cultures and ages.

Applications Close

Wednesday 19 October 2022 11:59 PM