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Research Assistant
- Enhance your research skills, gain experience in ethics applications, data management, and publications.
- Join a purpose driven not for profit to support high-quality research that improves the lives of people with disability.
- Full-Time or Part-Time opportunities (negotiable), with flexible working arrangements, attractive salary including salary packaging benefits
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About the role
As a Research Assistant at Summer Foundation you will contribute to impactful research focused on the lived experiences of people with disability. You will support independent and team-based research, helping to develop expertise and drive meaningful change through evidence-based insights.
Your key responsibilities:
Research Data Collection and Administration
- Assess participant suitability, apply clinical judgment to ensure appropriate interview times and administration of measures.
- Conduct interviews according to established protocols and collect standardised measures, accommodating any communication needs.
- Ensure data accuracy and completeness by reviewing and editing collected information, following up with participants to resolve any issues.
Research Preparation
- Develop or assist in the research life cycle of a participant including recruitment, creating interview schedules and project-related documents.
- Assist in preparing ethics applications and manuscripts.
- Conduct literature searches and reviews to support the research process.
Our office is based in Box Hill, VIC however this role offers flexible working arrangements and can be based in other locations across Australia.
Summer Foundation encourages people with lived experience of disability to apply.
We’re committed to growing and empowering a more inclusive community within Summer Foundation. That’s why we hire diverse teams of people from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process or documents please reach out to recruitment@summerfoundation.org.au or 1300 935 717.
Explore more, access the PD and apply at https://www.summerfoundation.org.au/about-us/job-opportunities/.
Applications close midnight 23rd April 2025
How to apply
Submit your resume and cover letter addressing why you would be the perfect candidate and how you meet the requirements of the role as outlined in the position description via the Apply button below
We’re committed to growing and empowering a more inclusive community within Summer Foundation. That’s why we hire diverse teams of people from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
If you require any adjustments to the recruitment documents or process, please reach out to recruitment@summerfoundation.org.au or 1300 935 717.