Research Officer

2 weeks ago


Crawley, Australia University Of Western Australia Full time

Flexible working options considered.
- 26 weeks paid parental leave after one year and 36 weeks after five years continuous service, regardless of gender.
- 4 weeks annual leave with the option to purchase more.
- 13 weeks long service leave after seven/ten years.
- Salary packaging options.
- 17% superannuation, with the option to reduce to the minimum super guarantee.
- 25% off UWA full fee courses, discounted health insurance, and convenient on-campus childcare options.
- Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.

**Job no**: 519853
**Work type**: Full Time
**Location**: Crawley
**Categories**: Research support

School of Population and Global Health
- Opportunity for a highly motivated Research Officer to join the Youth Mental Health research team in the School of Population and Global Health to work on clinical trials.
- Full-time or part-time (0.8 FTE) appointment on a fixed term basis for 2 years.
- Base salary range: $80,243 - $88,940 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The Youth Mental Health research team in the School of Population and Global Health focuses on the mental health of young people, including the prediction of mental disorders, treatments, service access and service evaluation.

About the opportunity
- Work as a research officer on the CanARY, CanCAN and CANOPY clinical trials
- Support the recruitment of participants into the trial and ensure delivery of trial requirements across recruitment sites and provide clinical guidance to junior research officers.

About you
- Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Public Health, Occupational Therapy, Nursing or related health discipline.
- Sound understanding of mental illness.
- Demonstrated experience of working with people with mental health concerns.
- Demonstrated experience in building relationships and working collaboratively with key stakeholders at various levels.

Clinical trial experience and experience conducting research assessments with people with mental health concerns is desirable

Note: A current National Police Clearance Certificate, Working with Children Check, and “C” class driver’s licence will be required by the successful applicant.

Position description: POSITION DESCRIPTION - [Research Officer (Youth Mental Health)] - Level [5] - Position number - [322001].pdf

How to apply

The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Wednesday, 30 April 2025

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

**Advertised**: 16 Apr 2025 W. Australia Standard Time
**Applications close**:30 Apr 2025**W. Australia Standard Time


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