Location: Perth
Role type: Full-time; Fixed-term for 2 years
Faculty: Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences
Department: Melbourne School of Population and Global Health
Salary: Level B - $122,212 - $145,121 per annum (pro rata for part-time)
* Contribute to Indigenous health research / Work directly with youth participants / Develop valuable clinical and research skills
* Apply now to be part of a dynamic team improving Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander youth health outcomes
* Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.
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Your next career opportunity
As a Research Fellow/Clinical Research Nurse on the Next Generation Youth Wellbeing Study, you'll play a crucial role in a multi-site Indigenous youth health research project. Based in Perth at Edith Cowan University, you'll conduct clinical assessments and data collection with participants aged You'll have the opportunity to work directly with young people, collect clinical and biological data, and contribute to research that addresses health disparities among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians.
Your responsibilities will include:
* Conduct Clinical Assessments: Perform anthropometry, blood pressure measurements, and blood collection using study-specific methods.
* Engage with Participants: Build rapport with young participants, ensure culturally safe communication, and manage recruitment and consent processes.
* Manage Research Operations: Maintain accurate documentation, support data entry and management, and ensure compliance with study protocols and ethical guidelines.
* Collaborate and Contribute: Participate in team meetings, contribute to study planning, and engage in community and professional activities related to the research area.
You may be a great fit if:
You are a dedicated healthcare professional with a degree in Nursing, Biomedical Science, or an allied health discipline, possessing strong clinical skills and the ability to work effectively with young people in a research setting.
You may also:
* Have experience in clinical settings, preferably working with young people.
* Possess phlebotomy or sample collection skills.
* Demonstrate knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and ethical conduct of research.
* Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
* Show strong attention to detail and data accuracy.
* Be able to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
* Have experience or interest in working in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander health.
For further information please refer to the attached PD.
What we offer you
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:
* Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
* Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance
* Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
* Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program
* Comprehensive career development and training, plus a 25% discount on UniMelb graduate courses for your immediate family members
For more information check out our benefits page
Your new team - Melbourne School of Population and Global Health
The Melbourne School of Population and Global Health (MSPGH) is a respected leader in the field of public health education, research and knowledge exchange.
MSPGH was established in 2001 as the first school of its kind in Australia with a vision to make a difference in the population and public health sphere - building on the substantial assets of our University to advance public health in communities nationally and internationally - with a strong focus on Indigenous peoples.
Since its inception, the School has grown rapidly in size, scope and reputation and has consistently attracted leading academics and researchers who bring globally leading skills, insights and expertise. We continue to attract increasing levels of competitive funding from governments and from a range of renowned philanthropic organisations and individuals.
The quality of MSPGH research is confirmed by the Academic Ranking of World Universities within which the University of Melbourne maintains its place as the top-ranked Australian university. The ARWU Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2023 placed the University 16th in the world for Public Health and first in Australia. Our researchers regularly have work published in prestigious titles including The Lancet, Nature, The New England Journal of Medicine and the JAMA. The School is strongly engaged internationally with key collaborations including the World Health Organization, Grand Challenges Canada, the Shanghai Centre for Disease Control, the Pasteur Institute and Department of Health in Vietnam, the Public Health Foundation of India and the International Association for Suicide Prevention.
The School has almost 1,000 students enrolled in graduate programs. The flagship Master of Public Health degree forms the core of a strong teaching program alongside the Major in Public Health and Epidemiology in the Bachelor of Biomedicine and the Master of Biostatistics as well as other undergraduate teaching and a suite of specialist postgraduate coursework degrees across Epidemiology, Health Economics, Health Informatics, Climate Change and Health, Infectious Disease Epidemiology, Gerontology, and Sexual Health. These programs and the School's extensive cohort of graduate research students make a substantial contribution to training the next generations of public health specialists and researchers nationally and internationally.
The School comprises five Centres, two Institutes, and one Lab that focus on key areas of population and global health that are relevant now and will have tangible impacts on the health of national and international communities into the future. These are:
* Centre for Epidemiology & Biostatistics
* Centre for Health Equity
* Centre for Health Policy
* Centre for Mental Health and Community Wellbeing
* Onemda: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health and Wellbeing
* Melbourne Disability Institute
* Nossal Institute for Global Health
* The Climate CATCH Lab
The Centre for Epidemiology and Biostatistics
The Centre for Epidemiology and Biostatistics is one of four Centres and an Institute that comprise the Melbourne School of Population and Global Health.
The Centre for Epidemiology and Biostatistics is at the forefront of a preventive health revolution. Big data, changing infectious diseases patterns and multi-disciplinary collaborations are transforming the ways public health disciplines are researched and taught. Our Centre aims to be a leader in this evolving environment.
Epidemiology and biostatistics provide solutions to global public health challenges that demand multi-disciplinary responses. Our Centre's approach to research, teaching, and research training reflects this reality. We combine deep expertise with a broad range and reach - through our nine units, and our active links to other renowned institutions. This ensures our researchers and graduates are ready to contribute to preventing and alleviating the world's common, debilitating and burdensome health issues.
Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, being a parent or having caring responsibilities.
The University of Melbourne is committed to fostering a barrier-free and inclusive recruitment process. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates throughout the application and interview stages, including accessible document formats and alternative application methods. To discuss your specific requirements, please feel free to contact Bec Tucker or send an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments' to hr- You can find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments on our Careers website:
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.
For further information, including our Indigenous strategy please visit -
Working at the University - what you need to know
This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Join Us and unlock your career potential
Is this the perfect opportunity for you? Apply today Including the following documents:
* Resume
* Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
* The responses against the Selection Criteria^
For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Nick Petersen via email at hr-, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.
Applications close: 17th September :55 PM Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) / Melbourne time zone.
Position Description: JR Research Fellow or Clinical Research Nurse