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Research Assistant - Hearing HealthMacquarie University · Macquarie University, NSW, Australia
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Research Assistant - Hearing Health

🗓️ Posted 2026-08-27 Macquarie University, NSW, Australia Permanent Hybrid Healthcare Medical
💰 Salary Not shared 📊 Market A$3,800–A$5,200/mo

About the Company

Macquarie University Hearing, located within the Australian Hearing Hub, is a global hub of hearing and hearing-related research, education, and engagement. Through the Macquarie University Hearing Strategy 2030, we are seeking to transform hearing health by adopting a university-wide approach and working with partners to create opportunities for all community members to contribute towards advancing the hearing agenda. The Public Health and Policy Pillar has the primary goal of reducing the social, human, and economic impact of adult-onset hearing loss, with research spanning population health and epidemiological studies as well as intervention studies.

About the Role

Reporting to the Cochlear Chair in Hearing and Health, you will provide research and administrative assistance across multiple projects. Your responsibilities will include: Assisting the Cochlear Chair in Hearing and Health and project coordinators with activities including preparing ethics and governance applications and helping monitor project progress towards key milestones and outcomes. Contacting participants for recruitment, enrolment, and follow-up via phone, text message, and email. Conducting and transcribing interviews with research participants. Performing data collection and entry into REDCap, maintaining accurate collection, entry, and secure record-keeping. Assisting with the delivery of training programs as part of research projects. Providing general research assistance and administrative help as required.

Requirements

  • ● You are an organised and detail-focused research professional who enjoys working across varied projects and engaging with people. You bring sound knowledge of research methodology and a genuine interest in improving hearing health outcomes. You work well on your own initiative and enjoy being part of a wider team.
  • ● Selection Criteria
  • ● Tertiary qualifications in a health-related discipline.
  • ● Knowledge of human ethics processes.
  • ● Computer skills including MS Office (particularly Word and Excel), internet, and database management such as REDCap.
  • ● Well-developed organisational and communication skills, with careful attention to detail and accurate data management.
  • ● Capacity to work on your own initiative and as part of a team.
  • ● Adaptability to work across multiple research projects as required.
  • ● A Masters in a relevant health-related field.
  • ● Current phlebotomy certification and clinical competency in human subject venepuncture and safe biological sample processing.
  • ● The successful candidate will be required to complete a Police Check and an academic qualification check.
  • ● How to Apply
  • ● To be considered, please apply online with your CV and a cover letter outlining how your experience aligns with the selection criteria (above).
  • ● Applications Close: Wednesday 9 September 2026 at 11:59 p.m. (AEST)
  • ● We reserve the right to progress or decline an application prior to the application closing date.
  • ● For enquiries about the role, please contact Bamini Gopinath, Cochlear Chair in Hearing and Health and Professor at [email protected]

Benefits

  • ● We rank amongst the top employers in the Australian Workplace Employers Index, having recently earned a five-star rating in the QS World Rankings with the highest rating for employability.
  • ● Our prime location is just a short walk from Macquarie University Metro Station and Macquarie Shopping Centre. Enjoy the benefits of working at a campus that offers:
  • ● % Superannuation
  • ● Subsidised onsite parking options
  • ● Flexible working options
  • ● Training and professional development
  • ● Onsite childcare facilities
  • ● Discounted health insurance (Medibank)
  • ● Onsite vacation care
  • ● Employee Assistance Program
  • ● Subsidised membership at the Sport & Aquatic Centre
  • ● Onsite GP, imaging & physio clinics
  • ● Pre-Employment Checks
  • ● Macquarie University cultivates a workplace defined by safety, ethical conduct, and strong integrity. Prior to completion of an offer of employment, preferred candidates will be required to participate in a combination of pre-employment checks relevant to the role they have applied for.
  • ● Your employment is conditional upon the completion and maintenance of all role-required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University.
  • ● If you're already part of the Macquarie Group (MQ University, U@MQ, MQ Health, MGSM), you'll need to apply through your employee Workday account.
  • ● Applications Close:
  • ● /09/2026 11:59 PM
  • ● A Place Where You Belong
  • ● At Macquarie, we believe diversity makes us stronger, inclusion drives our success, and belonging inspires us to do our best work. We are proud to foster a community where different backgrounds, identities, and experiences are valued, and where our people are empowered to thrive through supportive leadership, shared responsibility, and a deep commitment to genuine care and respect for our community. Find out more about our vision for a truly inclusive workplace in our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Framework.