Research Assistant/Research Officer

The Opportunity

We are looking for a Research Assisting or Research Officer (level dependent on experience) to join the STopping Acute Rheumatic Fever Infections to Strengthen Health (STARFISH) project within the Strep A Translation team at The Kids Research Institute Australia.

STARFISH brings together a diverse and multidisciplinary research team to investigate the most effective environmental health initiatives (EHIs) aimed at reducing Strep A infections and preventing Acute Rheumatic Fever (ARF). Through landscape analysis for Strep A transmission, EHI's and community knowledge, laboratory studies of Strep A transmission and disruption of transmission, community co-design and implementation of EHI's and translation to routine implementation, STARFISH will produce evidence with embedded research translation to implement strategies that facilitate the prevention of ARF.

Reporting to the Team Program Manager, this role will work very closely with the Senior Project Coordinator and the project's researchers to provide research support by assisting with various activities – from quantitative data analysis, literature reviews, stakeholder engagement and research translation.

Some of your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Data collection and management.
  
• Quantitative analysis.
  
• Stakeholder and community engagement activities.
  
• Contributing to research translation and outputs.
  
• Contributing to scientific publications and processes including ethics application and grant writing.
  

This position will be offered on a full-time basis, with part time (0.8 FTE) hours considered, for an initial 1-year period.  

This position is based within Perth Children's Hospital in Nedlands; however, we are open to considering other locations and flexible or remote working arrangements for the successful candidate, depending on their skills and experience.

About You

This position would suit someone who has a strong interest in Aboriginal health, with an understanding of community priorities and research processes, and a commitment to ethical and culturally respectful practice. The successful candidate must also be able to demonstrate the following:

• Previous experience working in quantitative research.
  
• Ability to work independently, use initiative and set priorities.
  
• Excellent communication skills and evidence of successful collaboration in team-based research.
  
• Ability to engage with and maintain relationships with stakeholders.
  
• High level attention to detail.
  

At The Kids Research Institute Australia, we are committed to building a workplace culture that reflects the communities we serve. We actively recruit, support and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ people, people of all ages, and those with diverse lived experiences. We also provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to thrive.  

If you meet many, but not all, of the role requirements, we encourage you to apply. We also welcome you to mention any career breaks in your cover letter to help us understand your journey.

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is reflected in how we:

• Support staff-led inclusion and allyship groups.
  
• Offer flexible work practices that recognise different needs and life stages.
  
• Provide training, development and mentoring opportunities to increase inclusive leadership and create an environment where all staff can thrive.
  
• Partner with communities to strengthen cultural awareness and belonging.
  
• Ensure adjustments and accessible practices are available for diverse community groups. 
  
• We continually strive to measure our progress and improve where we can.
  

Alongside our inclusive culture, you'll enjoy:  

• Extra annual leave at Christmas and Easter.
  
• Salary packaging and entertainment benefits.
  
• Health and wellbeing programs with weekly events.
  
• Flexible and hybrid working options.
  
• Recognition and professional development opportunities, including LinkedIn Learning.
  
• Modern offices with sit-to-stand desks and end-of-trip facilities.
  
• Staff discounts on travel, IT, stationery, and access to corporate health insurance.
  

How to Apply

If this role feels like the right fit and an exciting new opportunity for you, please click on 'Apply Now' to visit our Career Site, view the Job Description, and submit your application.

Please include a cover letter (no more than 2 pages) that specifically addresses the skills and experience outlined in the "About You" section.

Applications will only be accepted through our career portal. If you are experiencing technical difficulties or require reasonable accommodations in completing your application, please contact  

Click here for the Job Description

Contact Name: Christine Everest

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Closing Date: 17/11/2025 - We reserve the right to hire prior to the closing date.

The Kids Research Institute Australia is committed to being
champions of gender equity, diversity, and inclusivity. We actively encourage
applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures, including:
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities and people living with disability. As such we are a proud Bronze award recipient of the first
Australian Athena Swan Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) pilot program.

We acknowledge that when working in environments which contribute to the health
and wellbeing of Aboriginal people, it is imperative that Aboriginal people are
at the forefront of this work. We have launched the Aboriginal Employment and
Career Development Strategy to increase the number of Aboriginal
and Torres Strait Islander staff, students and researchers employed in the
Institute who provide guidance and support in our work in Aboriginal health.