Research Assistant

4 days ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Veri Health Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

About this opportunity:

We are seeking a Research Assistant to support a healthcare industry research project being conducted by Veri Health. In this role, you will help to refine and plan this major industry research project, while being the driver of the project's application for ethical clearance.

Candidates must hold a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.

You would be providing critical support to a team of industry leaders, researchers and educators in the early stages of this project which aims to improve aged care workforce retention, wellbeing and success through storytelling and digital media education.

12-month funding has been secured for this project, with the immediate priorities being refinement and finalisation of the research plan and securing ethical clearance approvals.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Reviewing and refining existing research plan
  • Contributing to literature review and background research
  • Providing recommendations on methodological and logistical enhancements
  • Identifying suitable HREC for ethical clearance submission
  • Drafting human research ethics submission
  • Advising leadership team on requirements and key considerations for ethical clearance

About you:

  • Holds an undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. public policy, health, human services)
  • Has completed, or is currently completing, a higher degree by research (Masters or PhD) in a relevant discipline
  • Experience in successfully drafting ethical clearance submissions
  • Demonstrated understanding of ethical requirements and protocols for research involving vulnerable groups, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
  • Experience conducting research with vulnerable groups, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
  • Demonstrated experience in qualitative research
  • Demonstrated experience in quantitative research
  • Shows initiative and is willing to make recommendations on how processes and strategic direction may be improved
  • Ability to identify potential roadblocks and provide solutions.
  • Applicants of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander background are strongly encouraged to apply.

About Veri Health

Veri Health is an independent news and business intelligence platform, built for Australian healthcare businesses and their leaders. You can view stage one now at

Questions?

For more information about this position, please contact

Want to apply?

To be considered, please ensure you include:

  • A current resume
  • A cover letter which clearly addresses the key responsibilities of the role and the 'About you' section
  • Referees who can speak to your suitability for the position in relation to core criteria

Applications close Thursday, 20 November 2025. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, meaning the position may be filled before the closing date.

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