Research Parkville, VIC Contract
9/9/2025
* Parkville location | Close to public transport, onsite parking
* Full time 12-month contract | 1 FTE
* Join a research program at Orygen | Support early intervention for youth
About Orygen
Orygen is Australia's Centre of Excellence in Youth Mental Health and the largest translational research organisation dedicated to youth mental health in the world.
For over 30 years, Orygen has led groundbreaking early intervention and developed evidence-based models of care to improve the mental health outcomes of young people aged
About the job
The Web Applications Developer (Research Assistant) will support the development, maintenance, and optimisation of web-based database management systems using the .Net platform. This includes working closely with researchers and statisticians to deliver fit-for-purpose systems that enable secure, efficient, and accurate data capture, management, and reporting.
Reporting to the UHR Statistician you will:
* Web Applications & Database Development: Design, build, and maintain SQL databases and web applications (including RPMS) to support Orygen's research projects, with a focus on UHR systems.
* System Usability & Accessibility: Ensure front-end interfaces meet functional, usability, and responsive design standards across devices and platforms.
* Data Quality & Integrity: Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve data issues while ensuring accuracy, security, and compliance with research requirements.
* Research & Analysis Support: Prepare datasets, generate reports, and contribute to data analysis and visualisation in collaboration with researchers and statisticians.
* Collaboration & Organisational Contribution: Engage with staff, students, and partners, foster positive relationships, and actively participate in team and organisational initiatives.
Skills and experience
The following criteria must be met for consideration for this position:
* An appropriate tertiary qualification or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
* Knowledge of and experience using the RPMS is essential.
* Strong knowledge and experience in .NET (4.0 and Core) Web development with HTML5, CSS3, jQuery and Bootstrap.
* Working experience using Azure DevOps and GIT.
* Solid knowledge and experience in SQL/Relational databases - Microsoft SQL Server.
* Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated attention to detail, and proven ability to deliver consistently high standards of professional communications.
Benefits
* $85,580 - $105,000 pro rata commensurate with skills and experience + 12% superannuation and $15,900 in NFP salary packaging + $2,600 meals and entertainment card.
* Support Orygen's mission for youth mental health and contribute to positive social change.
* Be part of a team that values collaboration and innovative thinking, driving impactful results.
* Benefit from a location that is easily accessible by public transport and offers amenities that support a healthy work-life balance.
* Engage in innovative projects alongside passionate professionals across various disciplines.
How to apply
If you're ready to make a difference in youth mental health and be part of a collaborative, innovative team, apply now.
For the full position description, visit (Research-Assistant)-UHR-PD-September-2025_Final-
This is a full time, 12-month contract.
Applications will close on 16th September, unless a suitable candidate is found sooner.
Before applying at Orygen, it's important to understand that you may encounter sensitive information related to mental health as part of your work. Being aware of this and how it could affect you is essential in deciding if this is the right opportunity for you.
Orygen is committed to providing diverse, equitable and inclusive environments for Staff and anyone connected to Orygen. We strive to continue building a culturally safe workplace where our values underpin the way we work and our commitment to First Nations people of Australia, young people and their families, people with disabilities, LGBTIQA+ people and CALD communities. We strongly encourage applications from First Nations people.
Orygen is a child-safe organisation and is committed to promoting and protecting the safety and well-being of all young people and embedding safeguarding practices into all our programs and services. All employment appointments are subject to holding a valid working with children check and successful police check.