Job Reference: 997197

About the role

We are seeking a motivated Research Assistant, with clinical experience in either speech pathology, occupational therapy, or neuropsychology/clinical psychology, to join our NHMRC Assess for Success team at Curtin University. The successful candidate will support research activities under the guidance of the Academic Project Lead, and undertake a variety of research support, logistical and administrative tasks.

This is a fixed-term (3 years), part-time (0.6 FTE) position which offers a unique opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary, multi-site research team spanning speech pathology, occupational therapy, neuropsychology, and health economics. You will play a critical role in the project, assisting the Postdoctoral Research Fellow and team in collecting and analysing interview and interactional data. This will enable the co-design, testing, and implementing of a new training program to improve how assessments are communicated with clients and families, and to enhance consumer engagement in acquired brain injury rehabilitation.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Coordinate requirements, and prepare materials for research activities, meetings, travel arrangements for visiting investigators on the Grant.
• Liaise with project stakeholders and participants to arrange activities.
• Contribute to research activities in accordance with the skills required of the position.
• Undertake literature searches and reviews.
• Assist with the preparation of ethics and governance applications.
• Undertake data collection and preliminary analysis.
• Assist with the drafting of progress reports and publications.
• Assist with the preparation of materials and organisation for conference presentations and workshops.
• Facilitate input and updating of research information/activity in relevant databases.
• Liaise with relevant internal and external stakeholders as necessary.
• Undertake other activities which the incumbent might reasonably be expected to do, and which are consistent with the accountabilities and responsibilities as listed above.

Who we are looking for - Selection Criteria

1. Completion of a relevant degree AND clinical experience in either Speech Pathology, Occupational Therapy, Neuropsychology or Clinical Psychology, preferably in adult neurological rehabilitation.
2. Demonstrated experience in relevant scientific/research methods, techniques and protocols.
3. Demonstrated organisational and administrative skills with the ability to coordinate activities and prioritise tasks.
4. Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to collate and analyse data.
5. Demonstrated effectiveness in both written and oral communication skills with the ability to liaise effectively with colleagues and stakeholders and to produce documentation which is clear and concise.
6. Demonstrated competence in the use of word-processing and spreadsheet packages, including the ability to generate reports.
7. Demonstrated ability to work autonomously as well as effectively as part of a team.

Role Requirements:

• As this is a fixed-term contract, you will require current work rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role.
• Successful applicants are subject to a National Police Clearance, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction.

About Curtin University

We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information, please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page - https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-at-curtin/

What We Offer You:

Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant Bentley campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, bus station, accessible parking and endless food options including a supermarket. Aside from the vibrant campus life, we offer more than just a job. Curtin offers a wide range of generous benefits, including additional leave, salary packaging, health and wellbeing services and an array of discounts for retail, travel and much more. For more information, check out our benefits page!

For more information about Curtin, please visit www.curtin.edu.au

Join Us!

If this sounds like your next role, please click APPLY NOW and provide the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria stated in this advertisement

If you have any queries in relation to this opportunity or the application process, please contact our careers team on [email protected] or 08 9266 9000 (option 3,1), quoting the reference number. Please note applications will not be accepted via this email address.

Applications close: Monday 23rd June 2025

Disclaimer: Please note that there is no standardised time for the closing of adverts on the specified date. Therefore, we recommend submitting your application ahead of this deadline. Late applications will not be considered, and only successful candidates will be contacted.

Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time.

Curtin reserves the right at its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time. We reserve the right to remove the advert earlier than the date on the advert.