Overview
Research Fellow/Clinical Research Nurse role at
University of Melbourne
. Based in Perth with the Next Generation Youth Wellbeing Study, a multi-site Indigenous youth health research project.
Position details:
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 to $145,121 per year (pro rata for part-time).
Responsibilities
Conduct Clinical Assessments: anthropometry, blood pressure measurements, and blood collection using study-specific methods.
Engage with participants: build rapport with youth, 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.
What you may be a great fit for
You are a dedicated healthcare professional with a degree in Nursing, Biomedical Science, or an allied health discipline, with strong clinical skills and the ability to work with young people in a research setting. You may also have:
Experience in clinical settings, preferably with young people.
Phlebotomy or sample collection skills.
Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and ethical conduct of research.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Strong attention to detail and data accuracy.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.
Experience or interest in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander health.
What we offer
Flexible work arrangements and commitment to inclusion and well-being.
Leave provisions to support work-life balance.
Salary packaging and access to discounted services (e.g., Bupa health insurance).
Health and well-being services including an Employee Assistance Program.
Career development and training opportunities, plus a 25% discount on UniMelb graduate courses for immediate family.
About the Melbourne School of Population and Global Health
The School is a leader in public health education, research, and knowledge exchange with strong Indigenous focus and national/international collaborations. The Centre for Epidemiology and Biostatistics is part of MSPGH.
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
Be Yourself
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and child-safe. We value inclusion and respect for all individuals. Reasonable adjustments are available during recruitment; contact or Bec Tucker at .
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians with initiatives to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff and students. More information at about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation.
Working at the University
This role requires current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available.
Applications close:
17 September ****, 11:55 PM AEST.
Position Details
Position Description: JR-****** – Research Fellow or Clinical Research Nurse PD.docx
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Part-time
Job function
Education
Industries
Education and Higher Education
For more information on the role, please refer to the attached PD and Careers page.
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