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Research Associate


Company : The George Institute for Global Health


Location : Sydney, Australia


Created : 2025-06-05


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Join to apply for the Research Associate role at The George Institute for Global HealthJoin to apply for the Research Associate role at The George Institute for Global HealthGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Direct message the job poster from The George Institute for Global HealthOur mission is to improve the health of millions of people worldwide.Part Time Opportunity (2-3 days per week)Barangaroo, Sydney CBD (Relocation to Randwick at the end of 2025)12 Month Fixed Term ContractPro-Rata Salary Range of $99,095.26 to $110k Base (dependent on experience, skills and capabilities) plus 11.5% Superannuation + Smart Salary Packaging BenefitThis role sits within the Cardiovascular Program within The George Institute and will predominantly focus on research relating to novel approaches to hypertension management and related clinical trials.The role will focus on assisting projects in the space of better blood pressure lowering, in lower to middle income countries (LMICs) and Australia including assisting with assessments of program feasibility and comparative costs and cost-effectiveness for blood pressure control in LMICs; design, feasibility testing and conduct of trials in Australia related to new models of care.Key Responsibilities and Duties:Assessing the costs of medicines in Australia and overseas, including total costs of provisionAssessing role of innovations to improve hypertension care, including use of e-pharmacySynthesizing literature and contributing to systematic reviewsAssist in the preparation of Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC) and Governance submissionsInitiate and conduct research under limited supervisionContribute towards building future projects and grant applicationsEffectively produce and maintain project data.Conduct data analysis and prepare data for publications and reportingRegularly update study tracking tools and systemsManage effective communication with internal and external study staff and key stakeholdersAdhere to all study protocols and participate in protocol training sessions as requiredAdhere to safety policies and study SOPs, as outlined by The George InstituteAdhere to the workplace policies and procedures of individual hospital study sites, as requiredAttend study team meetings and appropriately represent The George Institute and the study at all times while located at clinical sitesOther tasks as directed by the senior investigative teamAs we are a global organisation, engage with colleagues and stakeholders in other regions relative to the responsibilities of the role, accommodating global time zones where required, to ensure seamless communication and collaboration.For more information on this role, please see our detailed Position Description here, Knowledge and Experience/ Our Successful CandidateTertiary qualifications in science or healthcare disciplineCompleting PhD or masters degreeExperience in quantitative research methodologiesStrong quantitative research skillsExcellent written language communication skills and ability to draft a wide range of documentsExcellent organisational skills, having the ability to organise, take initiative and follow up independentlyMethodical and systematic, with good attention to detailProficient in the use of the Microsoft Office suite of products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook and the InternetAbility to be flexible and adaptable in the face of changing organisational prioritiesAbility to work well within a research team and excellent interpersonal skillsStrong focus on quality of work.Flexibility to work non-standard hours of work for collaboration and contact with global teams based on requirements of the positionExperience in hypertension research and / or management in the lower to middle income countries setting.Experience in cost effectiveness modelling / analyses.The closing date for applications is Wednesday 07 May 2025 at 11:59pm AEST.We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is foundThe unrestricted right to work in Australia is a requirement for this position. Candidates who require sponsorship will not be considered.About the GeorgeThe George Institute for Global Health (The George) is 700+ employees around the world and projects in over 40 countries all focused on improving the health of millions of people worldwide.As a medical research institute affiliated with leading universities, we are challenging the status quo in healthcare to:Lead world-class, large-scale clinical trials, epidemiological studies and health systems research to transform treatments and healthcare deliveryLook beyond single diseases, across the life course, to identify patient-centred approaches to care that can be implemented at scaleDevelop low-cost, innovative solutions to global unmet needsDrive our global impact through a program of research, advocacy, thought leadership and disruptive social entrepreneurshipWe pride ourselves with our 6 core values: excellence, integrity, can-do approach, creativity, impact, and humanitarian commitment.Please visit our website for more on The George: Home | The George Institute for Global HealthPlease apply now!Our big and bold mission to improve the health of millions of people worldwide needs a diverse and innovative team to deliver it. So we foster a dynamic, inclusive and flexible workplace where each individual can bring their best selves to work.We value workplace diversity and encourage applications from people living with disability; women; Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people; people who identify as LGBTIQ+; mature-aged adults and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.Why The George?We are committed to attracting, developing, rewarding and retaining the best people in their fields to conduct and support our innovative and highest quality research programs.Take advantage of our rewards you may enjoy as part of The George team.Generous salary packaging benefits increasing your take home payLearning and career development opportunitiesExtra leave days including extended Christmas break and study leaveYourFlex arrangements e.g. start/finish times, purchase leave, locationA global, diverse, inclusive team committed to making impactSeniority levelSeniority levelAssociateEmployment typeEmployment typePart-timeJob functionJob functionResearchIndustriesResearchReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at The George Institute for Global Health by 2xSign in to set job alerts for Research Assistant roles.Sydney, New South Wales, Australia A$86,000.00-A$91,000.00 4 weeks agoNorth Ryde, New South Wales, Australia A$83,580.00-A$95,029.00 3 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 18 hours agoResearch Assistant (Workplace Mental Health)Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoResearch Assistant - Histology and Tissue ProcessingNorth Ryde, New South Wales, Australia A$83,580.00-A$95,029.00 4 weeks agoMillers Point, New South Wales, Australia 2 days agoBaulkham Hills, New South Wales, Australia $61,638.00-$70,000.00 3 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 weeks agoResearch Assistant -Memory & Ageing Study 2 (MAS2), Centre for Healthy Brain Ageing (CHeBA)Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 7 hours agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 5 days agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 1 day agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 days agoParramatta, New South Wales, Australia 5 days agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 days agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 days agoResearch Assistant (St Vincents Centre of Applied Medical Research)Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 days agoResearch & Insights Analyst - Total PublishingResearch and Clinical Assistant (Registered Nurse) - Neuro-OtologyManly, New South Wales, Australia 12 hours agoClinical Assistant - Save Sight InstituteSydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 weeks agoParramatta, New South Wales, Australia 1 day agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 days agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia A$97,027.00-A$107,059.00 15 hours agoWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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