Role type: Full-time; Fixed-term for 12 months Faculty: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences Department / School: Centre for Youth Mental Health Salary: Level A - $87,266 to $118,416 p.a. plus 17% super Contribute to groundbreaking suicide prevention research / Shape youth mental health interventions / Work with world-leading experts Apply now to join a cutting-edge research team and make a real difference in youth suicide prevention and mental health Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities. The University of Melbourne We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website. Your next career opportunity As a Research Assistant at Orygen, the world's leading youth mental health research organisation, you'll play a crucial role in innovative suicide prevention projects. You'll contribute to the evaluation of an Aftercare Service for young people at risk of suicide and support the chatsafe program, promoting safe online conversations about suicide and self-harm. This position offers you the chance to work with world-leading experts, engage directly with young people through co-design workshops, and contribute to research that will shape the future of youth mental health interventions. Your responsibilities will include: Recruit Research Participants: Engage with young people in clinical settings and online communities for study participation. Facilitate Co-Design Workshops: Work directly with young people to shape interventions and research approaches. Collect and Analyse Data: Use specialised programs like NVivo, SPSS, and R for qualitative and quantitative analysis. Build Stakeholder Relationships: Develop and maintain effective working relationships with research teams and other stakeholders. Contribute to Publications: Assist in the preparation of conference papers, publications, and presentations. You may be a great fit if: You are a passionate researcher with a strong interest in youth mental health and suicide prevention, demonstrating excellent communication skills and the ability to work sensitively with young people. You may also: Hold a postgraduate degree (Honours, Masters, or substantial progress towards a PhD) in behavioural or social sciences or a related discipline. Have at least two years' experience in a comparable research assistant position or related setting. Demonstrate a strong interest in suicide prevention and youth-onset mental health disorders. Show evidence of ability and desire to build an academic or research career trajectory. Possess skills in applying quantitative and qualitative research methodologies. Have experience or interest in working with adolescents and young adults. Ideally have experience in research in clinical and online settings. Be familiar with REDCap software. 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 For more information check out our benefits page! Your new team – Centre for Youth Mental Health At the University of Melbourne's Centre for Youth Mental Health (CYMH), we are at the forefront of research, inquiry, and innovation in the field of youth mental health. Our multidisciplinary team, led by Professor Patrick McGorry, is dedicated to making a lasting impact on the lives of young people facing mental health challenges. As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research, access prestigious grants, and work in a collaborative environment that values scientific excellence and practical application. Be Yourself The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We believe the diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb. We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing reasonable adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. For assistance, please contact Kim Groizard on 61 3 9035 3218 or at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments'). Contact details for other enquiries are located at the bottom of this page. Find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Our Indigenous strategy, Murmuk Djerring outlines our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff and students. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at oied-hr@unimelb.edu.au for further information and support. Please note : This role requires current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available. A Working with Children Check (WWCC) is required for all positions. If successful, we'll guide you through the WWCC application process during onboarding and reimburse the cost. Join Us and unlock your career potential! If this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents: Resume Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description) Learn more about the application process, including tips and FAQs. For recruitment queries, email Vanessa Phan at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au. Include the Position Number and Job Title in the subject line. Please do not send applications to this email address. For job-specific queries, refer to the contact details in the Position Description. Applications close: 11 January 2026 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone. Position Description: Orygen_Research Assistant in Suicide Prevention_PD.docx