Data Analyst - Perioperative Medicine

The Opportunity

• The Perioperative Medicine Team conducts research on all aspects
• of clinical perioperative care through leading the most active paediatric
• anaesthesia research program in Australasia, focusing on continuously driving
• improvements in safety and quality of care.
• As our team continues to grow, we are now seeking a talented Data
• Analyst to provide data and statistical guidance and support on study design,
• data management and analysis of study data and results. This opportunity will
• be varied and exciting, giving you the chance to work with world class researchers
• to make a real difference in the lives of children and families.
• Reporting to our Clinical Research Manager and closely working
• alongside our current Data Analysts, some of your responsibilities will
• include:
• Statistical support for research projects including study design, data management, data extraction, statistical analysis and interpretation of results.
• Optimising workflows, particularly to create efficiencies within the team or across multiple projects.
• Liaising with collaborators (internal and external) regarding their research interests and data requirement and to combine data from multiple sources.
• Located within Perth Children’s Hospital in Nedlands, this full-time
• position will be offered for 13 months in the first instance.

About You

• To be successful in this role, you will have a relevant tertiary
• qualification in statistics, mathematics, science or relevant discipline. Additionally,
• our ideal candidate will have the following skills and experience:
• Demonstrated data management skills, analytical abilities and knowledge of quantitative data analysis methods.
• Ability to utilise R, python, SAS, Stata or equivalent statistical package for Data management and statistical analysis.
• Experience in the application of statistical methods to the analysis of (preferably health and or biological) data.
• Demonstrated ability to develop data workflows including automated reporting.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with professionals with varying levels of computer knowledge.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.

At

• The Kids Research Institute Australia, we are committed to building a workplace
• culture that reflects the communities we serve. We actively recruit
• support and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
• people, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse
• communities, LGBTQIA+ people, people of all ages, and those with diverse lived
• experiences. We also provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment
• process and in the workplace, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to
• thrive.
• If you meet many, but not all, of the role
• requirements, we encourage you to apply. We also welcome you to mention any
• career breaks in your cover letter to help us understand your journey.
• Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is
• reflected in how we:
• Support staff-led inclusion and allyship groups.
• Offer flexible work practices that recognise different needs and life stages.
• Provide training, development and mentoring opportunities to increase inclusive leadership and create an environment where all staff can thrive.
• Partner with communities to strengthen cultural awareness and belonging.
• Ensure adjustments and accessible practices are available for diverse community groups.
• We continually strive to measure our progress and improve where we can.
• Alongside our inclusive culture, you’ll
• enjoy:
• Extra annual leave at Christmas and Easter.
• Salary packaging and entertainment benefits.
• Health and wellbeing programs with weekly events.
• Flexible and hybrid working options.
• Recognition and professional development opportunities, including LinkedIn Learning.
• Modern offices with sit-to-stand desks and end-of-trip facilities.
• Staff discounts on travel, IT, stationery, and access to corporate health insurance.

How to Apply

• If this
• role feels like the right fit and an exciting new opportunity for you, please
• click on 'Apply Now' to visit our Career Site, view the Job Description,
• and submit your application.

Please

include a cover letter (no more than 2 pages) that specifically addresses the

skills and experience outlined in the “About You” section.

Applications

• will only be accepted through our career portal. If you are experiencing
• technical difficulties or require reasonable accommodations in completing your
• application, please contact [email protected].