Where you'll be working: Department of Business Analysis - Waikato Hospital / Remote The details: Fixed-term (4-6 Months) - Part-time, 0.45 FTE (400-550 Hours in total) * Seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Research Assistant passionate about contributing to groundbreaking work through comprehensive literature reviews and initial data analyses. Ideal for those who excel in analyzing, synthesizing information, and are eager to support innovative research findings. * Unique opportunity to immerse in cutting-edge research, providing essential support by conducting thorough literature reviews and preliminary analyses. This role is a cornerstone for projects aiming to advance knowledge and inform future studies, perfect for those committed to academic excellence and innovation. * Conduct Comprehensive Literature Reviews: Deeply dive into academic journals and publications to gather relevant information, ensuring a solid foundation for research. * Preliminary Data Analysis: Utilize analytical skills to perform initial data evaluations, setting the stage for significant research insights. * Support Research Objectives: Collaborate closely with the research team to contribute to the project's goals, offering insights and summaries from gathered data and literature. * Innovative Contribution: Play a vital role in the development of research findings, applying critical thinking and analytical prowess to support groundbreaking work. * If you're driven by curiosity, excel in research, and are ready to make a meaningful contribution, we're looking forward to your application. Te whiwhinga mahi | The Opportunity This key role calls for an organised enthusiastic and motivated individual with experience within the health analytics field or health research, excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently and within a team. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting a systematic literature review and meta-analysis on a very exciting research project. The funding for this RA position is coming from an HRC research grant leading by an interdisciplinary research group with a focus on predictive and prescriptive analytics. Key responsibilities of the role: * Demonstrate the organisation's values; take responsibility for your own actions; speak out for what is right; offer own opinion, ask questions and make suggestions in an appropriate manner Resilient and adaptive – flexible and open to new ideas; recognise where change might be needed and identify how you may support change * Commit to embracing Māori World View, Tikanga and Te Reo. Demonstrate critical consciousness and on-going self-reflection on the impact of own culture on interactions and service delivery and to personally take a stand for equity * Recognise how the team and directorate activities and challenges impact your work, and how your work impacts others Recognise and can articulate how your own work directly contributes to the organisation's vision and community outcomes * Demonstrate Te Whatu Ora's values in all dealings with stakeholders Work as a supportive, collaborative team member by sharing information and acknowledging others' efforts. Step in to help others when workloads are high and keep the team and team leader informed of work tasks. * Clarify work required, expected behaviours and outputs; leverage own strengths, seek to constantly develop skills and work on knowledge gaps; look for and take opportunities for career development; share knowledge and support team members in their learning; act as a buddy/mentor, role model and sounding board for others * Manage work priorities to deliver equitable, timely, high-quality, and safe care based on a culture of accountability, responsibility, continuous improvement and innovation Contributes to developing objectives and goals and recognise own role in achieving results that contribute to organisational outcomes * Exercise commitment to Health and Safety by adherence to all Health and Safety initiatives and taking all reasonable steps to eliminate and mitigate risks and hazards in the workplace that could cause harm Consider the impact of your work on the environment and where possible engage in sustainable practices * Take responsibility to report all risks and ensure these are mitigated Comply with all relevant statutory, safety and regulatory requirements applicable to the organisation Click here to view the position description. (Please note position descriptions can only be viewed on the Te Whatu Ora, Waikato website.) Ko o tatou painga | Our Benefits We are a values based and inclusive organisation that is committed to deliver the best health outcomes for our total population. To do this we are working hard to develop a robust and capable workforce that reflects the population we serve. We strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds with the necessary capability and who share our values to apply and would greatly value seeing more applicants from our Māori communities. Mōu | About you * Skills and experience you'll need to be considered for the role: * Experience in implementing Te Tiriti o Waitangi in action * Demonstrated experience in project development, implementation, research including methodology and tool development. * Proven ability to work effectively with diverse cultures / people, settings, sectors (organisations) and the community * Track record of publications * Demonstrated experience in presenting, facilitation, communication within a group context * A high level of research and report writing skills * Knowledge, experience and understanding of research, frameworks, methodology and related processes, including Māori, Pacific and other culturally appropriate models of research. * Good understanding of Te Tiriti O Waitangi, Whānau ora, Te Pae Mahutonga and other Māori health models and their relevance/application to public health. * Knowledge of determinants of health and their effect on health status of populations. * Demonstrated work ethics. * Intermediate to advanced information technology skills utilising a range of computer based products and applications. * Ability to think strategically and analytically. * Desirable to have evaluation method experience * A relevant graduate and post-graduate qualification * Familiar with Hospital Acquired Infections * Familiarity with Systematic Literature Review Frameworks * Familiarity with Meta-Analysis Frameworks * Familiarity with Cochrane Review Procedures Mō tātou Ratonga | About our Service The Health System in Aotearoa is entering a period of transformation as we implement the Pae Ora/Healthy Futures vision of a reformed system where people live longer in good health, have improved quality of life, and there is equity between all groups.We want to build a healthcare system that works collectively and cohesively around a shared set of values and a culture that enables everyone to bring their best to work and feel proud when they go home to their whānau, friends and community. The reforms are expected to achieve five system shifts. These are: * The health system will reinforce Te Tiriti principles and obligations * All people will be able to access a comprehensive range of support in their local communities to help them stay well * Everyone will have equal access to high-quality emergency and specialist care when they need it * Digital services will provide more people with the care they need in their homes and communities * Health and care workers will be valued and well-trained for the future health system Ko ngaa hua o te noho ki roto o Waikato, te mahi hoki ki Te Whatu Ora, Waikato | The Benefits of living in Waikato and working for Te Whatu Ora, Waikato Located in the heart of the mighty Waikato, Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, Waikato operates over a number of sites, Hamilton City our main campus and smaller community-based hospitals across our region. Hamilton City has easy access to beaches and mountains, so if your interests range from a host of water sports, mountain biking to vineyard lunches, the area has something for you right on your doorstep. To discover more about our stunning area, please click here. * As part of our Health NZ, Waikato family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression. * We offer flexible and agile working opportunities alongside our Health NZ, Waikato benefits and staff discount schemes. * We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce. He whare Manawanui, He whare Koronga | A committed workspace, a workspace with purpose * We are committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply. * As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect. * Greater diversity within our Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora family improves positive outcomes for the people and communities we serve. Tō mātou whakahaere ki te tika, te rerekētanga, me te whai wāhi mai | Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion We want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whānau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter. We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply Please apply online as applications are unable to be accepted via email. If you have any questions about the role please contact the Recruitment Team – ****** Closing date: 30/04/2024 Nau mai haere mai - Come join the team!
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