Research Assistant

Company Description Epworth HealthCare is Victoria’s largest not-for-profit private health care group, renowned for excellence in diagnosis, treatment, care and rehabilitation. Epworth is an innovator in Australia’s health system, embracing the latest in evidence-based medicine to pioneer treatments and services for our patients. Our values and purpose define Epworth's approach and delivery. We pride ourselves on communicating and delivering them in a real and meaningful way. Every Patient Matters. Job Description Epworth HealthCare are seeking a fixed term, full time, Research Assistant, based in the EJ Whitten Prostate Cancer Research Centre at Epworth Freemasons (Clarendon Street). Travel between Epworth campuses is necessary (namely between the Richmond, Hoddle St site and the two Freemasons campuses in East Melbourne). Travel to the Geelong and Eastern campuses may also be required from time to time. You will be responsible for providing support to clinical research activities for various research projects operating in the centre. You will be part of the EJ Whitten Prostate Cancer Research team and report to the Research Program Manager and work closely with the Clinical Research Coordinator. You will make an impact by-

• Supporting research project(s) from commencement through to study submission, in accordance with Good Clinical Practice and other relevant guidelines
• Overseeing recruitment and meeting recruitment targets of research project(s)
• Handling and processing human biological samples (including blood and surgical specimens) in accordance to study protocols, including attending theatre and research laboratories (Freemasons and Richmond).
• Managing data for relevant research project(s) active within the Centre, including administering and entering data into databases
• Assisting with the coordination of trial visits, appointments, procedures and assessments for research participants

To be successful in this role… You will be someone with clinical, research or lab experience who is meticulous, detail orientated and organised. A team player, you can easily build strong, productive relationships with colleagues and key stakeholders. You are a fast learner, are flexible in your approach and can easily adapt to changes in priorities. You will have:

• Demonstrated laboratory skills (biological specimen handling and processing)
• Previous experience in a clinical research role is desirable

About Epworth Richmond Position Description Inherent Requirements Epworth Richmond is a rapidly growing, fast-paced and dynamic teaching hospital where you will work alongside highly skilled practitioners in all areas. You will challenge your skills, broaden your experience, and grow your expertise through exposure to a wide range of clinical specialties, treatment options and the latest in technology. Epworth will support you to provide the best possible care to our patients by continually investing in your education, better facilities, and technologies. Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in nursing, health or science

Additional Information At Epworth, it’s a community. It’s the sense of belonging and being part of an organisation that puts the patient in the centre of all that is done. In addition to this, you will have access to:

• Epworth’s enhanced Not for Profit status provides the opportunity for employees to salary package up to $15,900 pre-tax annually, leading to greater take home pay
• The largest educational scholarship program of its kind in Australia
• Reduced cost of health services for you and your family at Epworth

At Epworth, we care. We care about our patients and we care about our people. We care about keeping everyone safe. We care about valuing and empowering our people, and growing careers. And we care about giving our people support and flexibility to thrive, and contribute to our communities. Enquire / Apply Sound interesting? To apply, click the I'm Interested button and attach your CV and cover letter. For more information, refer to the attached position description or contact Talent | talent@epworth.org.au It is a condition of employment with Epworth HealthCare, subject to reasonable exemptions, that you have had an annual Influenza vaccination, where this is required under Epworth policy. As a child safe organisation, all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by Epworth) and may be required to hold a valid employee Working with Children Check (provided by you). At Epworth, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential to our culture and values. We focus on fairness and opportunity for all – across race, ability, ethnicity, gender, age, sexuality, cultures and beliefs – that reflect the communities we work in. At Epworth, we care.