Take part in an exciting project, evaluating the utility and adaptability of mainstream technologies to support people who are deafblind.
About the Job
In this position you will take part in a research project with AbleAustralia entitled ‘Using Technology to enable participation of people living with dual sensory impairment’. The aim of the project is to evaluate the utility and adaptability of mainstream technologies to support people who are deafblind.
The Research Assistant will work alongside the project team at Able Australia and a Higher Degree by Research student to support the data collection into the project, including recruitment, collection of qualitative and quantitative data with participants who are deafblind so clinical experience in this area would be particularly valuable. Working under the supervision of the steering and project committee and working closely with the project manager, other tasks would be assigned in negotiation with the interests and capacity of the incumbent.
This position is currently located at the Hawthorn campus, but the incumbent will be required to undertake data collection at participants home environments or in other convenient locations. Thus, the incumbent must be willing to travel between campuses and work at a range of locations, in particular there may be the opportunity for co-location with Able Australia .
About Swinburne University of Technology
Swinburne is a multi-sector university of science, technology and innovation with more than 54,000 students and 5,000 staff globally. We offer postgraduate, undergraduate, vocational education and online education to provide students with a variety of work-relevant pathways. Our mission is to be a world-class university, creating economic and social impact through science, technology and innovation. We aim to deliver future-ready learners, research with impact and innovative enterprise.
About you
To be successful in the role, you will have:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Health or education related field and registration with an appropriate professional body
• Demonstrated experience in performing assessments with clients with a range of disabilities
• Willingness to prepare ethics applications
• Demonstrated resourcefulness, initiative and the ability to work independently
A full list of selection criteria is available within the position description.
Benefits
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Careers at Swinburne.How to apply and further information
To view the position description or to start an application please click on 'apply' or ‘begin’ and submit a resume, cover letter and a response to the Key Selection Criteria, as listed in the position description.
For further information about this position, contact Prof Rachael McDonald Chair, Department of Nursing and Allied Health via email rachaelmcdonald@swin.edu.au
If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please contact the Recruitment team on staffrecruitment@swin.edu.au
Should you require further support for an interview due to special needs or consideration, please contact Maree Norden, Diversity & Inclusion Manager at inclusion@swin.edu.au. For support or queries related to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employment, please contact DeadlyCareers@swin.edu.au
Agency enquiries will not be accepted for this position.
Swinburne is a large and culturally diverse organisation. We are proud of our commitment to equity and inclusion through key initiatives such as our Charter of Cultural Diversity, Pride@Swinburne Strategic Action Plan, Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) Action Plan and our Reconciliation Action Plan. Equity and diversity are integral to our 2025 vision to be a world class university creating social and economic impact through science, technology and innovation.
Applications close at 5pm on Tuesday 27th April 2021
