Clinical Training Research Officers (EOI)

Expression of InterestBe part of an exciting opportunity!Menzies is looking for full-time Clinical Training Research Officers to join the Hearing for Learning Initiative team. The HfLI is an innovative community-based approach founded on evidence-based research to reduce the high prevalence of ear disease and hearing loss among First Nations children in the Northern Territory.The Clinical Training Research Officer will deliver three units of competency in Certificate II in Aboriginal Primary Healthcare and four modules in detection and management of ear and hearing problems, on-country for up to 120 hours in 5 to 6 weeks over a period of up to three months in each community. The Clinical Training Research Officer will also conduct surveillance of ear disease and hearing loss, obtain informed consent, collecting clinical and research data through interviews with families and service providers, and liaise with community-based stakeholders in a number of communities throughout the Northern Territory.  This position is based in Darwin.  What you will bring to the roleAs an enthusiastic, qualified practitioner, you will have tertiary qualifications in a health-related field with subsequent relevant experience. You will be registered with the relevant profession health board licensing authority. Alternatively, you will have an equivalent combination of relevance experience and/or education/training in a health related field.The successful applicant  will also have a current Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40116 or equivalent) as well as be proficient using software such as the Microsoft Office Suite and primary healthcare data systems (PCIS or Communicare).The role involves regular travel to communities throughout the Northern Territory ( up to 5 days per trip, 2 weeks per month) and will require highly developed interpersonal skills and the ability to interact effectively and professionally with people from diiverse culturesWhy MenziesMenzies School of Health Research is one of Australia’s leading medical research institutes and is dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of Indigenous Australians, and a leader in global and tropical research into life-threatening illnesses.By joining our team, you will be assisting Menzies  to continue to translate its research into effective partnerships and programs in communities across Australia and the Asia-Pacific region with a commitment to finding enduring solutions to health problems that matterBenefits of working for Menzies6 weeks annual leaveOption to increase super to 14%Attractive salary package including superannuation and salary packaging benefits $104,548 - $121,927 pa, pro-rata (comprising a gross salary of $81,803- $97,048 pa, pro-rata).ContactIf you have any questions regarding the role or to obtain the Position Description, please contact:Jess MurrayClinical Trial Team Manager, Hearing for Learning Initiative (Child Health Division)Email:jess.murray@menzies.edu.auPhone: 08 8946 8582Closing date: Sunday, 15 November 2021 Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.To apply for this position, please submit a copy of your current CV demonstrating and clearly articulating your skills and experience relevant to this role, a cover letter (maximum length 2 pages) addressing your ability to fulfill the responsibilities and requirements of the position, and details of two referees.To apply for this position please click this link and click apply or visit the Menzies Careers website or phone 08 8946 8626.    PD_Clinical Training Research Officer AUD Darwin