About the Organisation

The Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service Aboriginal Corporation (DYHS) was established in 1974 and is the largest Aboriginal community-controlled health service provider in Western Australia, providing care to over 20,000 Aboriginal patients across four clinics in East Perth, Mirrabooka, Maddington and Midland. Our staff enable the delivery of culturally responsive primary health services, focusing on prevention, early intervention, comprehensive care and care coordination including chronic disease management.

About the Benefits

A competitive salary commensurate with relevant qualifications, skills and experience is on offer for the right candidate. Other entitlements include:

• Salary packaging up to $15,900
• Study leaves
• Employee Assistance Program
• 12 days of personal leave per year
• NAIDOC Day holiday
• Personalized professional development opportunities

About the Role

The ASAVI Research Team Leader will be responsible for overseeing the ASAVI Research project, ensuring efficient team supervision, logistical and clinical coordination, and comprehensive report writing. The role requires a dynamic team leader capable of guiding a diverse research team, managing resources, and maintaining high standards of research integrity and compliance.

The specific purpose of this position is to oversee the ASAVI Research Project in relation to clinical research activities in Strep A infection surveillance to support the vaccine

development activities of the Australian Strep A Vaccine Initiative (ASAVI). This role will be responsible for the management and coordination of the Perth Aboriginal Sore Throat Study and will have a key role in stakeholder liaison and management. This will be a Maximum term Full-time role which expires on 30 January 2026 (with possibility of extension).

Key Responsibilities

• Oversight of the ASAVI Research
• Research Activities and Team Supervision
• Report Writing, Research Compliance and Governance
• Logistical and Clinical Coordination
• Collaboration and Community Engagement
• Workplace Safety

SELECTION CRITERIA

Essential

1. Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander pursuant to section 50D of the Equal Opportunity Act.
2. A Diploma in AHP or degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. medicine, science, immunology, epidemiology, infectious disease, registered allied health, nursing or other clinical professional) or equivalent level of relevant experience.
3. Relevant experience in clinical research and conducting research projects and clinical studies according to GCP.
4. Knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal culture and the ability to work effectively with Aboriginal and culturally diverse populations.
5. Demonstrated capacity to work with Aboriginal Health Service Providers and Aboriginal communities to understand and respond to their needs.
6. Experience in research project management and completion of project deliverables on time and budget.
7. Ability to engage with research collaborators and partners across multiple sites, and across multiple locations.
8. Excellent verbal and written communication skills; including demonstrated interpersonal skills.
9. Knowledge of infectious diseases, immunology, epidemiology; including Strep A, acute rheumatic fever, rheumatic heart disease (desirable).

Desirable

1. Knowledge of infectious diseases, immunology, epidemiology; including Strep A, acute rheumatic fever, rheumatic heart disease.
2. Evidence of research productivity including publications, reports and grants.

Appointment Pre-requisites

Provision of the minimum identity proofing requirements

• Satisfactory National Police Clearance
• Successful Pre-Employment Health Assessment
• WA Driver's license

A copy of the Job Description can be obtained by contacting the People Services Team on 1300 420 272 or [email protected]

How to Apply: Please apply through SEEK, applications must include:

Current Resume including current contact details; and

Cover letter addressing the selection criteria (2 pages maximum) outlining your suitability for the role.

Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service Aboriginal Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Institution embracing diversity and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and welcome applications from all backgrounds. DYHS promotes a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.

Derbarl Yerrigan Health Services Corporation reserves the right to contact current or most recent employer and evaluate past employment records of applicants selected for interview. DYHS reserves the right to re-advertise the position or to delay final selection if it is deemed that applications for the position do not constitute an adequate applicant pool.

Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service Aboriginal Corporation is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.