Research Associate- Translational Research, Youth Mental Health

8 hours ago

Sydney, Australia University of New South Wales Full time

**Job no**: 532347
**Work type**: Full Time
**Location**: Sydney, NSW
**Categories**: Post Doctoral Research Associate

**Employment Type**: Full Time, 35 hours per week

**Duration**: 1 Year Fixed Term

**Remuneration**: Level A Academic $88K- $117 K (based on experience) + 17% Super + Annual Leave Loading

**Location**: Kensington, Sydney, New South Wales

**Why Your Role Matters**:
The Research Associate will join the Population Child Health Clinical Research Group within the School of Clinical Medicine at UNSW to support translational research aimed at enhancing the mental health, wellbeing, and development of children and young people at local, national, and international levels. The role will primarily focus on conducting mixed methods implementation evaluations of youth mental health care models.

The Research Associate will contribute to multiple projects, including the Youth Integration Project (YIP), which seeks to improve service integration, access, and outcomes for young people.

The position will report to the Head of the Research Group and has no direct reports.

**Skills and Experience**:

- A PhD in a relevant discipline (e.g., public health, psychology, implementation science, youth mental health, or related fields), or an equivalent combination of experience, training, and/or professional accreditation.
- Demonstrated experience and competency in qualitative research methods, including conducting interviews and focus groups.
- Demonstrated competency in basic quantitative analysis and interpretation of health-related data.
- Experience conducting research with young people, families, or mental health service users is highly desirable.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to produce high-quality academic writing and reports.
- Strong organisational skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team to meet project deadlines.
- Commitment to research translation and improving outcomes for vulnerable and priority populations.

**Pre-employment Checks Required**:

- Verification of Qualification
- NSW Working with Children Check or the willingness to obtain one
- Criminal Records Check

**Benefits and Culture**:
UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to a plethora of UNSW-perks including:

- 17% Superannuation and leave loading
- Flexible working
- An additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period
- Access to lifelong learning and career development
- Progressive HR practices

More information on the great staff benefits and culture can be found here

**How to Apply**:
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Position Description

**Advertised**: 30 May 2025 AUS Eastern Standard Time
**Applications close**: 22 Jun 2025 AUS Eastern Standard Time

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