Job Summary
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- Job posted on: 21st Dec 2020
At MCRI we share a powerful vision; to re-imagine the future of child health. We are the home to many life-changing scientific discoveries. We believe that no question is too impossible to try and answer. We are renowned for our cutting edge focus on early interventions, improved diagnosis, prevention and development of potential cures. Our success is founded on a philosophy of collaboration through a multi-disciplinary approach to solving the toughest questions in child health.
MCRI is a proud member of the Australian Network on Disability. We are committed to creating a positive working environment which values all backgrounds and experiences. We strive to foster an inclusive culture that is underpinned by equal opportunity for all and a culture based on respect, consideration and dignity.
Generation Victoria (GenV) is a world-first initiative aiming to transform the whole of the State of Victoria into a single dynamic solutions platform, breaking down barriers in research to solve pressing questions and translating that into tangible actions that can improve the health, development and well-being of children and their parents.
Our GenV Recruiters (Project Officers) are highly motivated, have excellent interpersonal skills and an approachable, enthusiastic manner, to enable successful recruitment of families. You will be sensitive to complex and stressful situations, and comfortable in hospital settings with newborn babies.
Your role focuses on visiting parents or guardians of newborn babies, inviting them to participate in GenV. Visits with families are mostly conducted face-to-face and will occur shortly after babies are born in hospital. Successful recruitment of participants is a key component of this whole-of-state study and requires effective communication skills and detailed knowledge of the study design and outcome measures.
This opportunity is well suited to people with experience in midwifery, nursing, allied health, or as carers. This role is based in clinical settings across Melbourne and Victoria.
For a full list of responsibilities download the position description. In one document place your cover letter and resume. Upon application you will have the opportunity to advise which locations are your preference.
For specific questions not answered in the Position Description, please contact [email protected] and [email protected] using the subject line: Project Officer - GenV Recruiter enquiry via EthicalJobs.
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Closing date: Friday 15 January 2021.
Interviews will take place in January and February 2021. Training and Induction will commence in March 2021.
Position Reference: 24225
MCRI is a proud member of the Australian Network on Disability. Should you require any specific support or adjustments please talk to us and we will be happy to accommodate.