MSNI Ethics officer and Research Assistant

Alfred Health

Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services.

• Fixed Term Part Time Position (60.4hrs per f/n)
• Research Assistant HS3
• Located at the Alfred
• Great Staff Benefits! 5 Weeks Annual Leave & Salary Packaging

About the Team

Neurology has long been recognised as one of the major clinical and research strengths of Alfred Health. Core activities of the department include:
The Neurology Unit at The Alfred is recognised as one of the premier clinical neurology departments. There are specialist clinics (and consultants with particular expertise) in Movement Disorders, Neuropathy, Headache, Multiple Sclerosis and Neuroimmunology, Epilepsy, Stroke and Neurogenetics. There is an active Neurophysiology Department providing EEG, EMG, Evoked potential studies and Tremor analysis and a strong neuropsychology service.

About the Role

The MSNI/CAR-T cell research admin officer provides an opportunity to join a dynamic team of MSNI and Neuroimmunology clinicians, nurses, and admin officers focused on supporting the clients and services of Alfred Health who receive CAR-T cell therapy. The post holder will work closely with the research and admin teams from MSNI and haematology, with the clinical nursing teams from both departments and clinicians from MSNI and haematology. They will report directly to the MSNI Admin and Research coordinators and A/Prof Mastura Monif. This position is for 4 days a week, with some opportunity for flexibility in hours.  A 12-month contract with the view to further extension is being offered. 
The primary responsibility of the MSNI/CAR-T cell research admin Officer is to support all of the research and selected operational services of the MSNI/CAR-T cell Program.  This includes liaising with the research teams of MSNI, Alfred Haematology, Monash University and external stakeholders. The appointee will be required to maintain a comprehensive database and manage the research administration for the CAR-T cell program. 
The appointee will be required to provide clerical assistance to the Deputy Director of MSNI as well as other clerical and administrative duties as directed by the MSNI admin and research coordinators. 

Duties

• Provide clerical support to the Director, MSNI Unit and Admin coordinator such as scheduling meetings, drafting responses to queries and other duties. 
• Assist with ethics and governance submissions and drafting of responses to ethics team. 
• Assist with formulation and maintenance of RedCap databases that capture a variety of inpatient and outpatient clinical and research data
• Provide clerical support to the CART team which includes MSNI admin team, haematology nursing staff, MSNI fellows and consultants including scheduling of research visits, billing support and queries, and audit requirements 
• Assist with biological sample logging and cataloguing

Skills & Experience

Essential

• Relevant qualifications in administrative work / research 
• Proficiency in creation and maintenance of Redcap database
• Strong communication, interpersonal and organisational skills 
• Strong and proven time management skills 
• Ability to prioritize tasks and show initiative 
• Have good working knowledge of MSExcel, Word, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Outlook 
• Ability to work independently as well as within a diverse team environment. 

Desirable 

• Experience in clinical research and trials, specifically in neurology. 
• Experience in administrative management and documentation of research trials 
• Knowledge of common trial databases: iMedidata, Firecrest, etc. 

Benefits

• Salary Packaging & Novated Leasing through Maxxia.
• Flexible Heath Insurance coverage through HCF Health Insurance.
• On-site car & bike parking opportunities, Deducted Pre-Tax!!
• Fantastic onsite fitness facilities at The Alfred through ProSport Health and Fitness.
• Child Care Services at The Alfred managed by KU Children’s Services.

If applicable, specify specific requirements that you require in the cover letter or CV.

Any queries please contact Anneke Van der Walt, Head of MSNI, at [email protected].

Applications closing 11pm AEST, Friday 20th September 2024.

Alfred Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve.  Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.

In accordance with the Health Minister's Covid-19 Mandatory Vaccination Order, all Alfred Health employees are required to be fully vaccinated (3 doses) for COVID-19 or hold an acceptable medical exemption. Furthermore, in accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption. 

Website: www.alfredhealth.org.au