Research Assistant, Paediatrics

The Opportunity

Join a collaborative team dedicated to advancing knowledge in paediatric sleep research. The Research Assistant will contribute to studies investigating sleep and respiratory control in preterm infants, sleep disordered breathing in children and sleep patterns among children with developmental and chronic health conditions. Working alongside experienced scientists and clinicians, you will play a vital role in generating insights that improve the health and wellbeing of infants and children.

In this position, you will take part in all stages of research activity, from physiological data analysis to database management and research data entry. You will also have opportunities to contribute to publications, conference presentations and related professional activities. The role encourages initiative and provides scope to build your research expertise while working within a supportive and multidisciplinary environment.

We are seeking someone with an honours degree or equivalent qualifications in a relevant discipline and demonstrate strong analytical and manuscript preparation skills. Excellent problem-solving ability, organisational capability and effective communication are essential, as is the capacity to work collaboratively with both colleagues and study participants, including children and their families.

If you are eager to contribute to meaningful research that enhances children's health, we encourage you to apply and become part of this dynamic and impactful team.

About Monash University

At Monash, work feels different. There's a sense of belonging, from contributing to something ground-breaking – a place where great things happen.

We value difference and diversity, and welcome and celebrate everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. That's why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.

Some 20,000 staff work for Monash around the world. We have 95,000 students, four Australian campuses, and campuses in Malaysia and Indonesia. We also have a major presence in India and China, and a significant centre and research foundation in Italy.

In our short history, we have skyrocketed through global university rankings and established ourselves consistently among the world's best tertiary institutions. We rank in the world's top-50 universities in rankings including the QS World University Rankings 2026.

Together with our commitment to academic freedom, you will have access to quality research facilities, infrastructure, world-class teaching spaces, and international collaboration opportunities.

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Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents.

To Apply

For instructions on how to apply, please refer to 'How to apply for Monash Jobs'. Your application must address the Key Selection Criteria.

Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.

Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.

Enquiries: Professor Rosemary Horne,

Position Description: Research Assistant Paediatrics

Applications Close: Tuesday 28 October 2025, 11:55pm AEST

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