Research Coordinator

Role type:
Fixed term for 12 months

Faculty:
Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences

Department/School:
Centre for Epidemiology and Biostatistics/Melbourne School of Population and Global Health

Salary:
$85,238 - $97,906 per annum (pro rata for part time) plus 17% superannuation

• Coordinate research projects / support impactful health initiatives / collaborate with diverse academic teams
• Apply today to contribute to vital research coordination, enhancing public health outcomes and academic excellence
• 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 Coordinator, you will play a pivotal role in providing administrative support across the Centre for Epidemiology and Biostatistics. You will collaborate with lead researchers to ensure project deliverables are met, manage budgets, and enhance the visibility of our research through effective marketing strategies. This position offers you the chance to develop your skills in project management and stakeholder engagement, while contributing to meaningful health interventions.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Project Coordination
  : Create tasks, monitor timelines, and assist with resource allocation to ensure project deliverables are met.
• Administrative Support
  : Manage budgets, assist with ethics applications, and maintain filing systems for research documentation.
• Communication and Marketing
  : Support academic presentations, manage website content, and implement social media marketing strategies.
• Recruitment and Onboarding
  : Assist with recruitment processes and lead onboarding for new staff and students.

You may be a great fit if:
You will excel as a collaborative and proactive team member, applying your organisational skills and initiative to support research projects and administrative tasks, while effectively engaging with diverse stakeholders.

You may also:

• Be personable and possess excellent communication skills.
• Demonstrate strong organisational and problem-solving abilities.
• Have experience in managing complex projects and administrative duties.
• Be proficient in Microsoft Office and project management software.
• Possess a tertiary qualification in a relevant field.

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 Epidemiology and Biostatistics
The Centre for Epidemiology and Biostatistics is at the forefront of a preventive health revolution. Big data, changing infectious diseases patterns and multi-disciplinary collaborations are transforming the ways public health disciplines are researched and taught. Our Centre aims to be a leader in this evolving environment.

Epidemiology and biostatistics provide solutions to global public health challenges that demand multi-disciplinary responses. Our Centre's approach to research, teaching, and research training reflects this reality. We combine deep expertise with a broad range and reach - through our nine units, and our active links to other renowned institutions. This ensures our researchers and graduates are ready to contribute to preventing and alleviating the world's common, debilitating and burdensome health issues.

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
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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 Nick Petersen 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.

Applications close:
14 October :55 PM Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) / Melbourne time zone.

Position Description:
JR Research Coordinator