• 12 months Limited Term Full Time
• Located in Richmond - Close to cafés and public transport
• Work with a supportive World leading Research team
• Monthly Accrued Day Off - 5 weeks annual leave 

Turning Point & Eastern Health

Turning Point is a national treatment, research and education centre that provides leadership in the alcohol and drug, gambling and mental health sectors in Victoria and beyond. Combining innovative research in the clinical, population health and policy fields, with service innovation, surveillance, system enhancements, capacity building and specialist support, Turning Point assists services, communities and the Victorian government to respond to current and emerging alcohol and drug and gambling issues.

Turning Point is part of Eastern Health, the largest public health provider in the eastern suburbs, providing a comprehensive range of high quality acute, sub-acute, palliative care, mental health, drug and alcohol, residential care and community health services.

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Research Assistant to join our Clinical and Social Research Team at Turning Point. Our Clinical and Social Research program aims to address addiction issues across the spectrum of harm, establishing effective methods for supporting client journeys from initial help-seeking through to specialist treatment and recovery.

The successful candidate will work as part of this dynamic research team on a range of activities supporting the timely completion of research projects.

This includes clinical trials testing novel psychological and neurocognitive behaviour change interventions that aim to help people reduce and/or cease harmful substance use, ground-breaking pilot studies, qualitative studies (e.g., Interviews with people who consume alcohol and other drugs to understand their experiences), and other research activities and evaluations, as well as relevant administrative tasks.

The successful candidate will work directly with senior researchers/clinicians who will provide guidance, mentoring and training to assist them in performing their role.

A specific focus of this position will be to support clinical trials and basic research studies examining cognitive biases in addiction, and the clinical effects of modifying them.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will possess:

• A strong interest in working in alcohol and other drug (AOD) research and/or previous experience working with people with complex needs (e.g., AOD, mental health)
• Demonstrated research skills, including conducting literature reviews and preparation of applications for ethics and governance approval
• Prior experience in research project planning, data collection, data entry, data analysis, and report-writing
• High level of attention to detail, including accurate scheduling, data collection and record keeping
• Outstanding written language skills and report writing experience
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively, both independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team, and to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to achieve project outcomes
• Well-developed computing skills, including word processing (e.g. Microsoft Office) and database software packages (e.g. SPSS, Stata, NVivo, Access)

Please refer to the attached position description for further details of the role.

Vaccination against infectious disease is a mandatory requirement of this role. An offer of employment is conditional on you providing evidence that you are currently vaccinated against COVID-19 with booster & Influenza, prior to commencing employment.

What we offer

Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!

• Diverse and engaging career opportunities
• Friendly & supportive team
• Flexible working hours
• Salary packaging options
• Career progression in our teaching hospitals
• Applications will be screened upon receipt

Next Steps

If you believe you have the ability to make a difference in this rewarding industry, apply today!

Please note:

• All applications must be submitted online to E-Mercury via the 'Apply Now' button
• All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Fit2Work Check, where preferred candidates will be required to complete a Criminal History Check at the expense of Eastern Health.
• You must have Australian work rights to apply for this position.
• Recruitment agency applications will not be accepted.

Eastern Health is a child safe organisation, committed to promoting the wellbeing and cultural safety of Aboriginal children, children with disabilities and all children in their diversity.

Eastern Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that welcomes and values all people. We recognise that diversity is essential in ensuring Eastern Health provides the best service to its consumers.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from the LGBTIQ+ community, people living with disability and those from a culturally and linguistically diverse background, are strongly encouraged to apply. Those seeking support in submitting an application are welcome to contact the hiring manger listed or feel free to contact the Talent Acquisition team at [email protected] using the subject line: Research Assistant enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Values in Action: Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day

**Please note applications will be screened upon receipt and advertising may close prior to the closing date.**