• Opportunity to contribute to novel research in ageing and cognitive health
• Experience working with research participants
• Highly collaborative work environment

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity for a full time Research Assistant. In this role you’ll provide technical and research assistance to support projects related to dementia risk assessment and dementia risk reduction.

What you’ll be doing

You’ll play a key role in supporting the research process by assisting with preparing ethics submissions, conducting interviews and assessments, arranging focus groups, participant recruitment, data analysis, literature reviews and other research related administration.

Roles and responsibilities

• Prepare ethics applications for surveys and focus groups related to dementia risk assessment and implementation.
• Assist with running research projects including recruitment, organising meetings and assessments with participants, setting up surveys, basic data analysis, preparation of reports and presentations.
• Administrative tasks associated with research projects such as booking travel, reimbursements for participants, file management, data management.
• Literature reviews relevant to dementia risk assessment and risk reduction.
• Participate in professional activities, e.g. attendance and participation in conferences and seminars in field of expertise.
• designing and developing web-based surveys and risk assessment tools.
• supporting the set up and management of e-learning interventions for dementia risk reduction in vulnerable populations.
• liaising with software developers and external stakeholders to implement online risk assessment and risk reduction tools.
• data cleaning, management and preparation of project reports.
• assist with the preparation and submission of applications for approval to the Human Research Ethics Committee.

What we’re looking for

• Honours degree in Psychology or equivalent four year training in psychology.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills
• Excellent organisational and detail oriented
• Team player
• Demonstrable interest in dementia risk reduction and cognitive ageing
• Experience developing web-based surveys or assessment tools
• Highly proficient computer literacy with excellent skills in Microsoft Office applications

Encouraging Indigenous Applications

NeuRA is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply for this position.

About us

Neuroscience Research Australia (NeuRA) is a leading medical research institute dedicated to understanding the human brain and nervous system. Our multidisciplinary team of researchers and clinicians work together to develop new treatments and therapies to improve the lives of people living with neurological and mental health conditions. Join us and be part of our mission to advance neuroscience research and make a meaningful impact on the community.

NeuRA’s Values

Here at NeuRA, understanding the science of the brain and nervous system is our life’s work. We are passionate about deepening our understanding of how the brain works, and finding better ways to prevent, diagnose and treat neurological disease, mental illness and injury. Research provides the power to cure, change and save lives – and we won’t stop while there are still diseases to fight.

IMPACT – OPENNESS – EXCELLENCE – INTEGRITY – INCULSION

How to Apply:

For more information or a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Dr Ranmalee Eramudugolla [email protected].

To view the full position description, please visit: https://neura.edu.au/careers/work-with-us

To apply, submit your CV and cover letter addressing the selection criteria via seek.com.au.

Please note that applications will not be accepted via email or other channels.

Closing date: 17/03/2025

EEO and Right to Work Statement

You must have the right to live and work in Australia.

Neuroscience Research Australia (NeuRA) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity and eliminating discrimination in all our employment policies and practices.

Acknowledgement of Country

NeuRA acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands on which we work, and extends respect to all Elders past, present, and emerging.