Research Assistant in Youth Mental Health

Role type: Full-time; Fixed term for up to 1 year

Faculty: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry, and Health Sciences

Department/School: Centre for Youth Mental Health

Salary: ​Level A - $85,555 to $116,094 (PhD Entry Level - $108,156)​ p.a. plus 17% super

• Contribute to cutting-edge mental health research / Work with world-leading experts / Develop valuable clinical research skills
• Apply now to be part of transformative studies enhancing mental health treatments for youth across Australia
• Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

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Your next career opportunity

As a Research Assistant in Orygen's cannabidiol (CBD) research program, you'll play a crucial role in three innovative clinical trials investigating CBD's potential for treating psychosis and anxiety in young people. You'll gain invaluable experience in participant recruitment, data collection and analysis, and contribute to groundbreaking research that could transform mental health treatments. This role offers you the chance to work with world-leading experts in youth mental health while developing your research career in a supportive, collaborative environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Conduct Clinical Research: Recruit participants, manage data collection and entry, and assist with ethical compliance across multiple CBD studies.
• Analyse and Report Findings: Contribute to data analysis using specialised programs and assist in preparing publications and presentations.
• Collaborate with Stakeholders: Develop effective relationships with clinical teams and participate in project meetings and planning activities.
• Support Research Administration: Assist in preparing ethics documents, manage adverse event reporting, and contribute to the overall running of the studies.

You may be a great fit if:

You are a dedicated researcher with a postgraduate degree in behavioural or social sciences, possessing strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a keen interest in mental health interventions for young people.

You may also:

• Have a postgraduate degree (Honours, Masters, or progress towards a PhD) in behavioural or social sciences or a related field.
• Possess strong research methodology skills and experience with quantitative/qualitative data analysis.
• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration.
• Have experience conducting interviews and working with databases.
• Be flexible, well-organised, and able to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Have experience working with young people with mental ill health (desirable).

For further information please refer to the attached PD.

What we offer you

We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:

• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance
• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

For more information check out our benefits page

Your new team - Centre for Youth Mental Health

In January 2009 the University of Melbourne established a new Centre for Youth Mental Health (CYMH) within the Faculty of Medicine Dentistry and Health Sciences, where the academic and professional staff who are provided to Orygen are now based. All NHMRC and ARC Grants to be used for Orygen activities are managed within CYMH.

The creation of this academic and administrative structure reflects the multidisciplinary nature of this field of inquiry and knowledge, and its growing scientific and practical breadth and significance. This is only the fourth such supra-departmental structure to be created in the Faculty and there is no parallel to date anywhere else in Australia.

The Chair of the Centre for Youth Mental Health is Professor Patrick McGorry. Reporting arrangements are through the University of Melbourne structure with a direct report to Professor Jane Gunn, Dean of the Faculty.

Be Yourself

The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, being a parent or having caring responsibilities.

The University of Melbourne is committed to fostering a barrier-free and inclusive recruitment process. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates throughout the application and interview stages, including accessible document formats and alternative application methods. To discuss your specific requirements, please feel free to contact Bec Tucker or send an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments' to hr- You can find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments on our Careers website:

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants

We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.

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If you are a member of an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community and would like any support, please feel free to contact our Indigenous Employment & Development team via email at oied-

Working at the University - what you need to know

This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

Join Us and unlock your career potential

Is this the perfect opportunity for you? Apply today Including the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
• The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description)

^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to

If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Vanessa Phan via email at hr-, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.

If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.

Position Description: PD - Research Assistant in Youth Mental Health JR doc