Trial Coordinator

Description:

We are seeking a postdoctoral researcher to join our team with a central role in an exciting National Health and Medical Research Council-funded clinical trial examining digitally-supported psychological treatment for persisting hallucinations in psychosis/schizophrenia. The trial is comparing cognitive behavioural therapy with a new virtual reality-assisted therapy called avatar therapy, delivered across Australia via telehealth from our pioneering Voices Clinic.

The role will primarily be involved in co-ordination of the trial, alongside contributing to and developing research associated with this research program, student supervision and other research activities. The role will join a vibrant clinical research team committed to advancing psychological approaches to severe mental illness.
 

• Knowledge and experience in research methods relevant to psychological treatment research
• Excellent communication skills and an ability to develop a good rapport with participants and clinical staff
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Working knowledge of ethical principles relevant to conducting research with clinical populations
• Demonstrated research interest and experience in hallucinations, psychological interventions for psychosis and/or digital mental health