About the role

As the Research Assistant Neurology (Epilepsy), you will support the delivery of clinical trials and research activities within the Neurology Department's Epilepsy Program at the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital. Working closely with clinical trial investigators and coordinators, you will provide high-quality research administration and operational support to facilitate the successful delivery of epilepsy clinical trials and research projects.

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to innovative epilepsy research by assisting with participant recruitment, data collection, ethics and governance processes, patient appointment coordination and financial administration. You will work with a high degree of independence while collaborating with research teams to ensure clinical trials are conducted efficiently and in accordance with established procedures and regulatory requirements.

About you

Our ideal candidate will be someone who can carry out the following key accountabilities in accordance with the Metro North Health's values:

Support clinical trial investigators and coordinators with the administration and delivery of epilepsy clinical trials and research activities.
Perform accurate data collection, data entry and coordination of patient sample collection in accordance with study requirements and established processes.
Assist with the recruitment of participants, scheduling of research appointments and management of patient-related trial activities.
Contribute to the preparation of research proposals, ethics and governance submissions, legal agreements and other research documentation.
Provide professional administrative support including financial processing, invoicing, stakeholder communication and workload coordination to ensure research objectives are achieved.

Benefits when working for us

Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas
Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance
Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases
Benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75% and access to salary packaging

Metro North Health offers a dynamic and progressive environment at the forefront of healthcare, research, and education. With a strong commitment to inclusion, flexibility, and professional development, we provide meaningful opportunities in a workplace that puts people first.

You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Metro North here: https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/careers

Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged and welcomed.

Find out about the role in more detail and how to apply in the attached Role Description.

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