<h3>Role overview</h3>
<p>You are a diligent research officer or professional with a proven background in education who will drive several strategically important initiatives for Osteopathy Australia, across the university, education and research sectors.</p>
<h3>Summary</h3>
<p>This is a re-developed education and research role within our organisation and is a full-time, two-year contract position (with the possibility of extension). The role is based in Chatswood, NSW under a hybrid model with 3 days in the office and 2 days working-from-home. Our office is located within a short walk of public transport options and a variety of food and shopping selections. Other benefits include access to an on-site gym, pool, and sauna.</p>
<p>You will report directly to the Policy and Advocacy Manager and be responsible for working closely with the policy and advocacy team to identify, plan, run and evaluate a range of university and research projects.</p>
<h3>Your new role involves:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Developing, promoting, administering and managing Osteopathy Australia&rsquo;s research grants.</li>
<li>Working with the CEO, to ensure the Osteopathy Australia Research Foundation administration, reporting and compliance occurs.</li>
<li>Coordinating and providing administrative support for Osteopathy Australia&rsquo;s Research Committee and their plans, policies and projects.</li>
<li>Working closely with university stakeholders, researchers and staff to foster relationships and projects in collaboration with Osteopathy Australia.</li>
<li>Conducting research literature reviews, or synthesising research on a broad range of clinical conditions and interventions.</li>
<li>Working with the policy and communications teams to assist and promote projects that benefit from research, education or university input.</li>
</ul>
<p>You will often represent Osteopathy Australia at relevant meetings and engage with higher education stakeholders. You will also quickly have or acquire knowledge in these areas to help members of Osteopathy Australia with their queries. Your knowledge will help you to develop information resources and material for members. There may be scope for other work as it arises.</p>
<p>Please note, this role does not involve you conducting your own research. The role requires the analysis and synthesis of relevant research to the osteopathic profession.&nbsp; &nbsp;</p>
<h3>Your qualifications</h3>
<p>Qualifications in a relevant discipline such as education, research or healthcare.</p>
<h3>Essential skills and experience</h3>
<ul>
<li>Experience building and maintaining stakeholder relationships, including with research entities and higher education providers.</li>
<li>Knowledge and experience of research, research grants and university systems, plus associated regulatory or legislative environments.</li>
<li>Solid research skills, including the ability to critically analyse evidence or undertake literature reviews.</li>
<li>Experience working with committees or working groups. Ability to provide administrative and secretariat support to committees or working groups.</li>
<li>Proven organisational, planning skills and project management skills. The ability to handle multiple competing priorities with attention to detail.</li>
<li>Good computer, administrative and organisational skills.</li>
<li>Excellent written and oral communication skills with demonstrated ability to develop resources, articles, and/or present information.</li>
<li>Analytical thinking. Ability to identify and analyse situations and/or issues and consider options.</li>
<li>Demonstrated problem-solving ability.</li>
<li>Self-driven - the ability to work independently, while still engaging and collaborating with the broader team.</li>
<li>Resilience. The ability to handle difficult situations or change with maturity.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Desirable skills and experience</h3>
<ul>
<li>Experience managing research grants or projects.</li>
<li>Experience or understanding of ACNC and/or charitable foundations.</li>
<li>Experience in not-for-profit or member association.</li>
<li>Understanding of osteopathy or manual therapy healthcare.</li>
<li>Experience in healthcare, allied health or primary care.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Conditions of employment</h3>
<ul>
<li>Willingness to travel.</li>
<li>Willingness to occasionally work outside business hours and occasional weekends.</li>
<li>Participation in performance appraisal.</li>
<li>Citizenship, residency, or full visa rights to work full-time, longer-term in Australia.</li>
</ul>
<p>Contact Stephanie Santos (<a href="mailto:ssantos@osteopathy.org.au?subject=Education%20and%20Research%20Officer%20enquiry%20via%20EthicalJobs" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ssantos@osteopathy.org.au</a> using the subject line: <strong>Education and Research Officer enquiry via EthicalJobs</strong>; 02 9410 0099) for more information about the role.</p>
<p>Shortlisted candidates will be contacted with the opportunity to meet us. Candidates may be contacted before applications close. Osteopathy Australia reserves the right to reduce the application period and/or remove the job advertisement early should a suitable applicant be found.</p>

Chatswood

Sydney

Osteopathy Australia

Do you have full and unrestricted rights to work in Australia?

Not For Profit (NFP)

Passionate about research, education, and healthcare? Conduct evidence reviews, support committees, and work in a collaborative team!

Education and Research Officer

Full Time

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