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The OpportunityThe Kids Research Institute Australia is committed toimproving child health outcomes through high-impact, community-centredresearch. Our HealthySkin Team play an important role in achieving this vision with a wide rangeof projectsthat discover, treat and prevent infectious diseases, with a focus on thehealth of kids and families in Aboriginal communities.The Healthy Skin team is looking for a Project Coordinatorwith clinical and/or research experience to play a central role in thisAboriginal Health Practitioner-led program, while also contributing to otherlocal skin health research projects coordinated by the Healthy Skin Team.About the SHARE Program: SHARE is a culturallysensitive skin health screening program for Aboriginal children admitted toPerth Children''s Hospital. The program aims to provide high-quality skinassessments while integrating research and service delivery to improve skinhealth outcomes.The Project Coordinator will work closely with clinicians,community representatives, and research investigators to ensure smooth programoperations, including management of ethics and governance processes,documentation, and project coordination.Some of your responsibilities will include, but not belimited to:Coordinating day-to-day operations for the SHARE Program and supporting other skin health research projects within the Healthy Skin portfolio.Preparing and submitting ethics and governance applications, amendments, and reports in line with local policies (HREC, WAAHEC, RGS and equivalent).Maintaining essential documentation, site files, and project records.Supporting communication and knowledge translation activities, including the development of culturally appropriate study materials and promotion of SHARE to stakeholders.Conducting or assisting with site initiation, monitoring and closeout visits.Contributing to workshops, training, and team meetings to support project implementation and continuous improvement.Contributing to research dissemination through conference submissions, reports and presentations.This positionwill be offered on a full-time basis, working 37.5 hours per week and will bebased at our office in Nedlands with the option for flexible workingarrangements. About YouThis is a greatopportunity if you enjoy working in a collaborative, purpose-driven researchteam and have the following skills and experiences:Essential:Experience coordinating clinical trials or research programs.Experience preparing ethics and governance submissions and reporting to regulatory bodies.Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.Experience with data management, including electronic data capture systems e.g. REDCap.Interest in dermatology, paediatric infectious diseases, Aboriginal health and/or community-focused research.Desirable:Experience supporting research outputs (reports, posters, abstracts) and grant writing.Familiarity with Canva or tools for consumer-facing or culturally safe resources.Experience assisting with training, workshops, or capacity-building activities.At The Kids Research InstituteAustralia, we are committed to building a workplace culture thatreflectsthe communities we serve. We actively recruit, support and welcome applicationsfrom Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability,culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ people, people ofall ages, and those with diverse lived experiences. We also provide reasonableadjustments throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace, ensuringeveryone has the opportunity to thrive.If you meet many, but not all, ofthe role requirements, we encourage you to apply. We also welcome you tomention any career breaks in your cover letter to help us understand yourjourney.Our commitment to diversity andinclusion is reflected in how we:Support staff-led inclusion and allyship groups.Offer flexible work practices that recognise different needs and life stages.Provide training, development and mentoring opportunities to increase inclusive leadership and create an environment where all staff can thrive.Partner with communities to strength cultural awareness and belonging.Ensure adjustments and accessible practices are available for diverse community groups.We continually strive to measure our progress and improve where we can.Alongside our inclusive culture,you''ll enjoy:Extra annual leave at Christmas and Easter.Salary packaging and entertainment benefits.Health and wellbeing programs with weekly events.Flexible and hybrid working options.Recognition and professional development opportunities, including LinkedIn Learning.Modern offices with sit-to-stand desks and end-of-trip facilities.Staff discounts on travel, IT, stationery, and access to corporate health insurance.How to ApplyIf this role feels like the right fit and anexciting new opportunity for you, please click on ''Apply Now'' to visitourCareer Site, view the Job Description, and submit your application.Please include a cover letter (no more than 2pages) that specifically addresses the skills and experience outlined in the"About You" section.Applications will only be accepted through our careerportal.If you are experiencing technical difficulties or requirereasonable accommodations in completing your application, please contact Click here for the Job DescriptionContact Name: Lisa WieseContact Email: Closing Date: 20/01/2026 -We reserve the right to hire prior to the closing date. The Kids Research Institute Australia is committed to beingchampions of gender equity, diversity, and inclusivity. We actively encourageapplications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures, including:Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities and people living with disability.As such we are a proud Bronze award recipient of thefirstAustralian Athena Swan Science in Australia Gender Equity(SAGE)pilot program.We acknowledge that when working in environments which contribute to the healthand wellbeing of Aboriginal people, it is imperative that Aboriginal people areat the forefront of this work. We have launched the Aboriginal Employment andCareer Development Strategy to increase the number of Aboriginaland Torres Strait Islander staff, students and researchers employed in theInstitute who provide guidance and support in our work in Aboriginal health.