Part-time, 0.6FTE, fixed term role for 12 months Exciting opportunity to work as a Senior Research Support Officer for the School of Medical Sciences Base Salary from $108,557 (pro rata) + 17% superannuation About the opportunity The School of Medical Sciences is recognised as one of the leading centres for medical science education in the world.With over 100 years of excellence in education, we are proud to be training the next generation of medical scientists who will be leading members of the medical research community with an innovative integrated curriculum.Our team of researchers lead key internationally competitive research from molecules to medicines, from patient to policy across a range of therapeutic areas.Based at the Westmead Children's Hospital, the Senior Research Support Officer supports the formulation and execution of research initiatives.They direct the integration of advanced data management tools.They contribute to the creation, maintenance, and dissemination of research documentation and contribute to the grant acquisition process.The purpose of the position is to assist big data analysis and design and coordination of the collection, storage, management and distribution of research data for the Brain Autoimmunity Group (BAI).Your key responsibilities will be to: guide research direction and priorities, ensuring projects align with broader university goals evaluate and optimize grant management processes, ensuring maximum funding opportunities and successful grant acquisitions direct the design and implementation of advanced data management systems, ensuring data-driven insights and research excellence navigate external partnerships, fostering collaborations that elevate research stature and impact lead research documentation and publication approach, ensuring impactful dissemination of research findings undertake ad-hoc projects and other activities.About you experience in coordinating and/or managing grant application process experience working in a research-intensive environment demonstrated understanding of confidentiality of clinical data and the need for accuracy in recording and reporting data experience in data management and maintenance proven ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders experience in the technical design, implementation, maintenance and querying of database management system.ERDs, MySQL, PotsgreSQL experience in relational database design and familiarity with clinical and/or biobanking data management system (ie Redcap) for multiple data type excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills with sound negotiations skills and demonstrated level of tact and discretion in dealing with operational matters understanding of regulatory and ethical guidelines relevant to the conduct of clinical research.To keep our community safe, please be aware of our COVID safety precautions which form our conditions of entry for all staff, students and visitors coming to campus.Sponsorship / work rights for Australia Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.This role requires valid work rights for Australia.Pre-employment checks Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University.Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements.If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.As this position is located on an NSW Health site, it is a regulatory requirement to complete compulsory employment checks prior to starting in this position.For more information and instructions, please visit:NSW Health employment requirements This position is designated as involving child-related work.To undertake or remain in this position, you are required to apply for and obtain a Working with Children Check clearance in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012.EEO statement At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive.We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve.We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ+.We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer.Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion.How to apply Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard.Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply.For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact, Ajaypal Singh, Recruitment Operations by email to ******.The University of Sydney The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.Click to view the Position Description for this role.Applications Close Sunday 20 October 2024 11:59 PM