Research Assistant- Identified
Core
Support the Yandamanjang First Nations Health Research Program and EPIWATCH® team by conducting culturally informed epidemic intelligence research, translating search terms into Aboriginal languages, and coordinating community consultations to identify infectious disease outbreaks.
Role type
Research Assistant (First Nations Health)
Builds
Culturally informed epidemic intelligence research and infectious disease surveillance for First Nations communities
Domain
Public health / Infectious disease / Indigenous health research
Deliverable
research
Required skills
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health research experience, knowledge of Warlpiri/Yolngu Matha/Kriol languages and cultures, community engagement with First Nations stakeholders, translation of search terms, cultural protocol knowledge
Preferred skills
Experience in health or research settings, ability to work independently and collaboratively
Technologies
EPIWATCH® platform
Responsibilities
Translate key search terms into priority Aboriginal languages, liaise with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander stakeholders to identify infectious disease outbreaks, coordinate community consultations, support research and project activities
Seniority
Junior, individual contributor