• Research Officer/Fellow A, Clinical Gerontology Division
• Part Time (0.8 EFT), Fixed Term, 12 months
  
• $81,484 - $106,174 per annum pro rata, depending on experience
  
• plus employer Superannuation Guarantee (SG) contribution and generous Salary Packaging

About NARI

The National Ageing Research Institute (NARI) is an independent, non-profit, medical research organisation recognised internationally as a centre of excellence in gerontology and geriatrics research. The Institute provides clinical, psycho-social, health services and public health research specifically focussed on older people and also has a major emphasis on translational research. 

Our vision is a world where older people are respected, healthy and included.  

The Institute has four program areas - Clinical Gerontology, Social Gerontology, Aged Care and the Melbourne Ageing Research Collaboration (MARC).

About the role

We are seeking a part time Research Officer/Fellow based within the Clinical Gerontology Division of the Institute. The Research Officer/Fellow will be responsible for project managing a multicentre cluster randomised trial that aims to establish the feasibility of an intervention to improve indwelling urinary catheter care in residential aged care homes.

Please refer to the position description for full details about the role.

As part of the onboarding process all NARI employees will be asked to complete a national police check and to provide evidence that they are full vaccinated (boosted) against COVID 19 or have a reasonable medical exemption.

To be successful for this role

• The ideal candidates will possess a bachelor degree with honours or Masters in a relevant discipline and have relevant experience including:
  • Clinical trials expertise
  • Demonstrated experience in conducting and communicating the outcomes of research
  • Demonstrated experience in project management, including commitment to ethical principles and research governance
  • Demonstrated high level of administrative and organisational skills
  • An ability to work effectively – both independently and in a team environment – managing competing demands, and demonstrating strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Commitment to improving the lives of older people

Eligibility

Applications for this position are open to Australian/New Zealand Citizens, Australian Permanent Residents or you must either hold, or be able to obtain, a valid working visa for the duration of the specified term. 

Why work for NARI

• Leading Medical Research Institute in Ageing and Aged Care
• Opportunity for hybrid work
• Extremely generous Salary packaging options
• Located in Parkville precinct, good public transport and bike path access
• Supportive team environment and the opportunity to work with dedicated and passionate researchers

How to apply

Applications must include a CV and cover letter with included responses to Selection Criteria.

To view the position description, visit the NARI website http://www.nari.net.au/careers/.

Click Apply Now to submit your application. 

For enquiries please contact Professor Joan Ostaszkiewicz at [email protected] using the subject line: Research Officer / Fellow A, Clinical Gerontology enquiry via EthicalJobs.