Principal Research Advisor
We are currently seeking a Principal Research Advisor to lead and facilitate a broad focus and developing foundations in innovative research with consideration of but not limited to, health, new technologies, environment, logistics relevant RFDS WO services and the communities we serve.
About the Role
The role will be responsible for the planning, coordination and development of all research activities, protocols and establishments of policies and procedures. The Principal Research Advisor will monitor the progress of research activities, maintain records, and coordinate the collection, analysis, and reporting of research data.
The Principal Research Advisor will report to the General Manager – Clinical, on a full-time 12-month Maximum Term contract.
About You
You will have previous experience in a similar role, and be able to demonstrate experience in research, with a sound understanding of community research-based principles. You will have the ability to manage and coordinate programs in a broad context, and have experience in using research information systems, technologies, and applications. This successful candidate will have strong attention to detail, can analyse data and provide meaningful insight into research data. In addition, you will have the ability to facilitate and communicate with all levels of the organisation and the ability to engage external stakeholders.
Benefits
- Generous salary packaging options
- Novated Lease options
- Jandakot based office, free onsite parking
- Working from home options availableWorkplace culture of teamwork and collaboration
About Us
The mission of the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Western Operations) is to provide excellence in aeromedical and primary health care across Western Australia. Every member of the RFDS WO team contributes to that mission and living our values of showing respect, demonstrating fairness, utilising diversity and being safe. Every year, the RFDS WO provides urgent retrieval for about 10,000 patients in regional WA. A further 10,000 appointments are provided in primary healthcare clinics in remote communities, including GP, nurse, dental and mental health care. RFDS WO crews are committed to providing the finest care to the furthest corners of the State, using the highest standards of clinical care, aviation safety and technology to make a difference to people living and working across WA – the largest and most remote health jurisdiction in the world.
The RFDS in WA operates five bases in Perth, Broome, Port Hedland, Kalgoorlie and Meekatharra. Its 24/7 operations centre at Jandakot Airport coordinates complex logistics for patient retrievals and clinics across the State. We work in partnership with government, business, and the community, and are proud to work on Country with Aboriginal medical services and many local service providers.
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RFDS WO is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities to apply. Please note applicants require the right to work in Australia.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
