Addiction Medicine Research Coordinator

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• Salary: Level 3 Research Nurse or equivalent
  
  
  • Location: Footscray Hospital
  • Employment Type: Ongoing, Part Time
  • Salary: Level 3 Research Nurse or equivalent
    
    
  About The Role
  
  Western Health is seeking a dedicated and motivated Addiction Medicine Research Coordinator to join our dynamic and growing Addiction Medicine team. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in a field that transforms lives, within a supportive, multi-disciplinary clinical environment.
  
  As part of the Specialist Addiction Services of Western Health—which includes Custodial Programs, Specialist Outpatient Programs, Dual Diagnosis Services, Residential Services, Youth & Family Services, and Hospital Inpatient Addiction Medicine Services—the Research Coordinator will play a pivotal role in coordinating, managing, and supporting a broad portfolio of clinical and health services research projects.
  
  You will work closely with Addiction Medicine and Psychiatry consultants, registrars, nurse practitioners, and external research partners to facilitate high-quality research that informs evidence-based practice and contributes to national and international understanding of addiction care.
  
  About You
  • Tertiary qualifications in health sciences, public health, psychology, or a related discipline (postgraduate qualifications in research or epidemiology highly regarded).
  • Experience coordinating clinical research, including ethics submissions, project governance, recruitment, data collection and management, and reporting.
  • Familiarity with addiction medicine, mental health, or related healthcare settings is preferred.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage clinicians, patients, families, and research teams effectively.
  • Strong organisational and time-management skills, with demonstrated ability to manage multiple research projects simultaneously.
  • Commitment to research integrity, patient safety, and ethical standards in clinical research.
  • Interest in contributing to service development, research publications, and presentations at professional forums.
    
    
  You will play a key role in mentoring and supporting junior staff involved in research, and in fostering a culture of inquiry and continuous improvement within our service. You will also work alongside consultants involved in research leadership, supporting innovation and data-driven improvements in addiction care.
  
  Position Description
  
  About Western Health
  
  Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne's western suburbs.
  
  With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centred care across every life stage.
  
  We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach servicesto aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties include oncology, renal, mental health, women's health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology.
  
  We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia's most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges.
  
  Western Health operates four acute public hospitals:Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women's and Children's),Footscray Hospital,Williamstown Hospitaland Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women's prison located in Ravenhall.
  
  Why join us?
  
  Compensation And Benefits
  • Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
  • Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.
  • Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.
    
    
  Learning and development opportunities
  • Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.
  • Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
  • Mentorship and career support.
    
    
  Community impact and inclusion
  • Make a meaningful difference in patients' lives through compassionate care.
  • Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
  • Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.
    
    
  Organisational culture and environment
  • Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
  • Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.
    
    
  Ready to make an impact?
  
  If you're passionate about improving care for people affected by addiction through research and collaboration, we encourage you to apply. Simply click on the "apply" button and follow the prompts.
  
  If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.
  
  Closing date: 11:59pm on29 August 2025.
  
  Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Thileepan Naren on 8345 6682.
  
  Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
  
  Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.
  
  All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).
  
  Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.
  
  Western HealthSeniority level
  • Seniority levelMid-Senior level
  Employment type
  • Employment typePart-time
  Job function
  • Job functionResearch, Analyst, and Information Technology
  • IndustriesHospitals and Health Care

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