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NeuRA is committed to recruiting, training and retaining researchers, students and staff of the highest calibre.
What started in 1990 as discussion around a kitchen table between four scientists has now become a 300-person strong institute with 28 research groups and purpose-built facilities. Based in the Randwick Health and Innovation Precinct, Sydney, we support the most passionate scientists leading the most promising research and maintain a steadfast commitment to recruiting, training and retaining researchers, students and staff of the highest calibre.
NeuRA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity and eliminating discrimination in all our employment policies and practices.
All current vacancies are advertised on this page. If you are interested in a career or studying at NeuRA, please review the information and list of opportunities below. We look forward to hearing from you!
For general enquiries please contact hr@neura.edu.au.
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These are the values by which we live and work:
Impact
We do things that matter to the world
Openness
We are outward-looking and work on projects much bigger than ourselves
Excellence
We are rigorous and set high standards in all that we do
Integrity
We are honest with others and with ourselves
Inclusion
We are respectful and inclusive with colleagues and partners
Current career opportunities
This is a unique opportunity for an exercise physiologist (AEP) with knowledge and experience of working with older people to join a clinical research trial which aims to reduce risk of developing dementia. Experience or an interest in cognitive health is highly valued as you will be counselling people with a mild level of memory or thinking concerns.
About the research trial:
This research is investigating the effectiveness of an online intervention for people with mild cognitive impairment or subjective cognitive decline. Part of the trial involves education and goal setting to improve risk factors associated with cognitive health.
About the role:
The AEP will facilitate tele-health sessions, aiming to support goal setting and lifestyle change, using physical activity to reduce risk factors for developing dementia.
In line with research practice, the AEP will also be expected to follow standardised procedures, and conduct some research data collection, whilst also being able to respond to the individual experiences of participants. Successful candidates will be required to complete mandatory training, including Research Integrity, Ethics training and trial protocol training.
The role commences from late August 2026, including training on the research protocols, and is required until 20 December 2027. New graduates are welcome to apply.
Key Selection Criteria
- Registered AEP with a degree in exercise physiology or equivalent
- Having own ABN/insurance
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team
- Experience with older adults and behavioural interventions or counselling
- Ability to consistently adhere to specific guidelines required for research
- Reliable access to internet, computer, webcam
- Available to undertake the exercise consultation sessions for the term of the project
- Interest and experience in the following is highly valued: Cognitive health; Healthy Ageing; Dementia and dementia prevention.
Desirable:
Clinically proficient Mandarin language skills, with the ability to deliver clinical advice and support participant interactions in Mandarin as part of a separate pilot study involving Chinese-speaking Australians.
To apply, please send your CV and cover letter addressing the selection criteria to Prof Kaarin Anstey ani.johnston@unsw.edu.au
Margarete Ainsworth Building
Barker Street
Randwick NSW 2031
(02) 9399 1000
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