Research Support Officer (Data and Analytics)

Employment Type: Full Time or Part Time, Temporary 12 Months with the possibility of extension and/or permanency
Classification: Administrative Service Officer Level 4 (PN 62117)
Salary: $86,750 - $93,416 (Plus 12.5% Super)
Location: The Canberra Hospital, Garran
Section: Research Operations and Clinical Trials
Closing Date: 28th August 2026
 

What can we offer you: 

About the Role:

The Research Operations and Clinical Trials team are seeking a Research Support Officer (Data and Analytics) to join the team on a temporary basis.

Working closely with the Biostatistician, you will support researchers across Canberra Health Services by providing statistical, data management and research support services. This includes preparing, cleaning, linking and analysing research data using statistical software such as R and Jamovi, and assisting with the interpretation and presentation of findings through reports, publications, presentations, tables and data visualisations.

You will also support the design and maintenance of research databases and surveys using REDCap, provide user support and troubleshooting, assist with data governance and security activities, and undertake routine system and database administration. Working collaboratively with researchers and multidisciplinary teams, you will contribute to service improvement initiatives, maintain accurate records and reporting systems, and support the delivery of high-quality research outcomes across the organisation.

You will have experience preparing, managing and analysing data in a research, health, academic or similar environment, with demonstrated capability using statistical software such as R, Stata, SAS, Python or comparable applications. You will be confident presenting analytical findings through reports, tables, charts and data visualisations and have experience developing surveys or databases using platforms such as REDCap, Qualtrics, SurveyMonkey or similar systems. Strong analytical, organisational and communication skills, together with a collaborative approach and attention to detail, will be essential to success in this role.

For more information regarding the position duties click here for the Position Description.

Please note prior to commencement successful candidates will be required to:

To Apply: 

Please apply online by submitting a copy of your CV along with a 2-page Response to the Selection Criteria, listed in the Position Description.

***Please note applications submitted via an agency will not be accepted for this position***

Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person-centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community‐based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding region. More information can be found on the CHS website. 

Our Vision: creating exceptional health care together 
Our Role: to be a health service that is trusted by our community
Our Values: Reliable, Progressive, Respectful and Kind

CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply.

If you would like further information regarding this opportunity, please contact Tony Garrido at (02) 5124 4*** or at ************@act.gov.au. 

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