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Research communications officer

Geelong
Barwon Health
Posted: 13 February
Offer description

Employment Type - Permanent Part Time

Hours per fortnight - 40

Job Category - Administration - Administration Assistant

Req Id - 7382

Build your career with Victoria's largest regional health service
Join a supportive, high-performing team making a real community impact
Fantastic permanent part-time role | 40 hours per fortnight - apply now

About The Role

To support delivery and growth of research at Barwon Health by:

promoting Barwon Health research activity and outcomes to relevant stakeholders including Barwon Health staff, current and potential future research participants, industry collaborators, prospective students and the broader community
promoting the supports available to Barwon Health staff to help them conduct research
working with research groups to populate and maintain the Barwon Health research website
raising awareness and appreciation of Barwon Health as a research-active organisation among current and potential collaborators including research institutions, industry, clinician researchers, funding bodies and corporate organisations.

Key Responsibilities

Coordinate and manage research communications, including newsletters, website content, and promotional activities for Grand Rounds and community events.
Support research governance and engagement by attending committees, assisting with events, and managing symposiums and awards.
Prepare and maintain research reports, annual reports, and other materials to ensure timely and accurate dissemination of information.

What We're Looking For

Tertiary qualification in relevant field
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organisational skills
Attention to detail
Communications experience in either marketing, journalism or web content creation roles

Position Description

Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.

Barwon Health staff benefits

Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction
A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
Extensive professional development opportunities
Attractive salary packaging benefits
Living expenses capped at $9,010
Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650

For more information about working at Barwon Health, please click here

Diversity and inclusion

Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.

Child safety

We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government's Child Safe Standards

Additional Information

If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at

All Appointments Are Subject To

Satisfactory Police Record Check
Immunisation Status Clearance
Working with Children Check (if applicable)

To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description. Please note: We do not accept resumes via email.

Contact person: Erica Grundell

Email:

Application closing date: 27th February, 2026

Internal Applicants

If you are currently employed at Barwon Health, please ensure you sign in via the employee login on the external careers page or access the careers cage through One Point (intranet) before applying.

Shortlisting may commence prior to the closing date - early applications are encouraged.

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