Lead, Research and Impact

4 days ago

Melbourne City Centre, Australia Victorian Health Promotion Foundation Full time

**Lead, Research and Impact**
- Lead and oversee cutting-edge health promotion research, fostering collaboration and capability-building across sectors to advance systems thinking and action
- Great learning and development opportunities
- Bright and modern office in Melbourne CBD, featuring collaboration spaces and hybrid-work model

**About the role**:
The Lead, Research and Impact contributes to VicHealth's vision for research impact by leading our ambitious Research Impact Plan to:

- Mobilise research impact for systems change
- Prioritise knowledge translation and dissemination
- Strengthen capabilities and learn with our communities and partners

**Key responsibilities**:

- Integrate VicHealth's research and knowledge translation activities across the organisation's program design, delivery and evaluation
- Develop and implement the communication plan for the Research Impact Plan with internal and external stakeholders, including reports and updates for VicHealth staff and board
- Design and delivery of implementation-focussed research grants and commissioned research in line with VicHealth's research and policy priorities
- Contribute to the development of a highly effective team including the supervision of one of the Coordinators Research and Impact

**About you**:
We're looking for someone who values research that is translational and transformative. You will bring your research acumen and organisational abilities to build and support the VicHealth research community, effectively and strategically target VicHealth research investments and provide effective liaison and stakeholder engagement.

**Qualifications and experience**:

- Relevant tertiary qualification in Public Health, Social Policy or related field, preferably at a post-graduate level
- At least 3 years' experience working in fields related to Public Health, Health Promotion research or programs
- At least 2 years' experience in research project management, with commissioning experience preferred

**Closing Date**: Tuesday 18 July 2025

**Unit**: Policy, Strategy & Impact

**Tenure**: 0.8 FTE Ongoing

**Classification**: VicHealth Grade D

**Remuneration**:as per advertisement

**Perks and benefits**:

- Hybrid-work model
- Up to $3,000 towards professional development each year
- Bring your dog to work day every Thursday and Friday
- Employee Assistance Program offering a range of free and confidential services

**How to apply**:
Applications must include a cover letter and a current resume.

The cover letter must include why the applicant feels they are suitable for the position and also address the Key Selection Criteria from the Position Description.
Please refer to the position description attached to view the associated qualifications and experience associated with the position.

You may be required to undertake a Police Check and Working with Children check.

Applications can be submitted here.

VicHealth acknowledges the support of the Victorian Government

  • Coordinator, Research and Impact

    15 hours ago

    Melbourne City Centre, Australia Victorian Health Promotion Foundation Full time

    **Coordinator, Research and Impact** - Help build the evidence base for better health and wellbeing for all Victorians - Dynamic team environment within an inclusive workplace - Bright and modern office in Melbourne CBD, with a hybrid-work model **About the role**: The _Coordinator, Research and Impact_ has a focus on coordinating and contributing to all...

  • Research Lead

    2 weeks ago

    Melbourne City Centre, Victoria, Australia St Vincent's Health Australia Full time $126,079 - $138,928

    Job Description:Grade 4 Occupational Therapist – Research Lead• Excellent benefits including salary packaging• Fitzroy location• Maternity Leave backfill position until April, hours per week)About the RoleYou are an experienced Occupational Therapist with a passion for research excellence and evidence-based practice. You will lead research...

  • Coordinator, Research and Impact

    15 hours ago

    Melbourne, Australia Victorian Government Full time

    **Overview**: **Work Type**:Ongoing - Full-time **Salary**: Salary not specified **Grade**:Grade in advertisement **Occupation**:Projects **Location**:Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs **Reference**:VG/VHCOORRI2025 VicHealth is the world's first health promotion foundation that supports independent, long-term, evidence-based health promotion...

  • Policy and Research Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Melbourne City Centre, Australia Department of Justice and Community Safety Full time

    Utilise your Policy and Research expertise to provide support and advice to the Victorian Equal Opportunity and Human Rights Commission - Fixed-Term, Full-Time opportunity to work with a high-performing and passionate team in the Victorian Public Service - VPS Grade 4: $91,418 - $103,725 plus superannuation. **About Us**: The Victorian Equal Opportunity and...

  • Senior Research Fellow

    4 weeks ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Murdoch Childrens Research Institute Full time

    2 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Role Type: part time (22.8 hours per week), casual – 2.5 years contractSalary: $147,643 p.a plus super (pro rata)Lead national research program advancing equitable early years outcomes Build collaborative partnerships across academia, government &...

  • Analysts and Researchers

    2 weeks ago

    Melbourne City Centre, Australia Parliament of Victoria Full time

    About usThe Victorian Parliamentary Budget Office (PBO) supports members of parliament to inform policy development and debate in parliament and the Victorian community. To do this, we provide independent, authoritative, and timely research and analysis services across a wide range of topics. Our team is crucial to the quality of our services and engagement...

  • Node Research Manager

    23 hours ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Natural Hazards Research Australia Full time

    We are seeking an innovative, self-starter looking to make a difference as part of an organisation that contributes to the resilience and safety of the community.An exciting role that will make a difference.Full-time, ongoing positionBased in Melbourne, Brisbane or SydneyFlexible hybrid working conditionsSalary range: $140,000 - $145,000 plus superannuation,...

  • Clinical Research Nurse

    11 hours ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Emeritus Research Full time

    Join to apply for the Clinical Research Nurse role at Emeritus Research2 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Clinical Research Nurse role at Emeritus ResearchGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Direct message the job poster from Emeritus ResearchLooking to get some life-work balance?Keen to work in the...

  • Clinical Research Nurse

    20 hours ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Emeritus Research Full time

    Join to apply for the Clinical Research Nurse role at Emeritus Research2 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Clinical Research Nurse role at Emeritus ResearchGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Direct message the job poster from Emeritus ResearchLooking to get some life-work balance? Keen to work in the...

  • Assistant Director Innovation and Research

    1 week ago

    Melbourne City Centre, Australia ANZPAA Full time

    ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, INNOVATION AND RESEARCH An exciting opportunity is available to join the Australia New Zealand Policing Advisory Agency (ANZPAA) as the Assistant Director, Innovation and Research. POSITION DESCRIPTION The Assistant Director, Innovation and Research is responsible for leading a multi-disciplinary team of policy, research and strategic...