University of the Sunshine Coast · 14 hours ago
EOI: Thompson Institute talent pool
Thompson, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid LevelThe University of the Sunshine Coast's Thompson Institute is focused on addressing society’s pressing mental health issues through research and clinical programs. They are seeking individuals for various roles including Research Assistant, Casual Academic, Allied Health Professionals, and Clinical Nurse to support their mental health and neuroscience initiatives.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Assist with the coordination and delivery of research and/or clinical trial activities under the direction of project leads
Provide research support including participant recruitment, assessments, data collection and analysis
Perform data entry, coding, transcription, and management of research records
Conduct background research and literature reviews
Assist in preparing research documentation such as ethics applications, reports and journal articles, or presentation materials
Liaise with research participants, stakeholders, and community partners in accordance with ethical standards
Deliver and facilitate engaging, interactive, high quality teaching and tutoring sessions online for the Mental Health and Neuroscience (MHN) postgraduate program
Assess and mark student assignments and exams
Engage with students and provide constructive feedback and support to students
Develop and update course materials as required
Contribute subject matter expertise to clinical research projects in the PTSD clinic in close collaboration with the study team, ensuring a trauma informed care approach to care
Provide individual or group treatment interventions for clinical trials or clinical services
Conduct of clinical research to ensure consistency and adherence to Good Clinical Practice (GCP), participant safety and compliance with applicable regulatory requirements
Report writing, clinical notes, referral and administration of information gathered during clinical activities
Implementation and day to day management of clinical research projects in the PTSD clinic in collaboration with the study team, ensuring a trauma informed approach to care
Provide treatment interventions for clinical trials and clinical services
Conduct of clinical research to ensure consistency and adherence to Good Clinical Practice (GCP), participant safety and compliance with applicable regulatory requirements
Assist in participant data collection
Handling and administration of study medications and/or administration of other mental health investigations and treatments as per study protocols
Manage the participant journey from pre-screen to study completion, to ensure the appropriate care and continued safe participation of participants with a range of trauma related mental health concerns
Qualification
Required
A relevant undergraduate or postgraduate qualification with a sound understanding of research methodologies
An understanding of research processes, research ethics, consent and confidentiality requirements
Familiarity with basic data management or analysis tools
Masters or PhD, or currently enrolled in a PhD in a field relevant to Mental Health and Neuroscience
An understanding of one or more of the following topics in relation to brain health/neuroscience, would be an advantage: mental health (including youth mental health), healthy ageing, lifestyle factors, suicide prevention, neurocognition, neuroimaging, stress related disorders/trauma
Experience in teaching, tutoring and/or academic assessment/marking at a tertiary level would be advantageous
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage and inspire students
Ability to assess and provide constructive feedback on student work
A postgraduate qualification in a relevant field
Significant experience working within in a mental health setting
Mental Health credentials
Experience in providing trauma informed care
Completion of a degree in nursing
Current unrestricted nursing registration with AHPRA
Significant experience working within a mental health or research setting
Well developed organisational and trouble shooting skills as well as the demonstrated ability to prioritise conflicting demands and meet deadlines with strong attention to detail
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to exercise sound judgement, use initiative and adapt to a dynamic environment
Exceptional interpersonal, and written and verbal communication skills
Preferred
Experience working within a clinical trials or research setting preferred
Experience in providing trauma informed care
Benefits
Professional development and career pathway opportunities.
EAP & discounted private health.
Company
University of the Sunshine Coast
University of the Sunshine Coast is a school.
Founded in 1994
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.24M2017-08-04Grant· $0.24M
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