Research Project Officer

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time up to 23 November 2026

Position Classification: Health Mgr Lvl 1

Remuneration: 84436 – full time equivalent base salary range (excludes super, leave loading and salary packaging)

Requisition ID: REQ615078

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ615482

Location: Westmead

Applications close: Midnight on 9 November 2025

Sydney Children's Hospitals Network is the largest paediatric health care entity in Australia. We care for thousands of children each year in our hospitals and in their homes — with one purpose in mind — to help young people live their healthiest lives.

What You'll be Doing

The Research Project Officer is responsible for managing a range of administrative, project and research support functions for the Research Development Office at Sydney Children's Hospitals Network (SCHN). The position will work with a broad range of research stakeholders to ensure the research office provides effective project and administrative support that enhances SCHNs capability to support clinical and translational research.

About You

We're looking for someone who:

• Has relevant tertiary diploma or degree qualifications or significant experience in providing high level executive administrative and project management support, including a proven capacity to operate effectively in a complex environment demanding confidentiality, flexibility and discernment.
• Demonstrates outstanding interpersonal and oral and written communication skills and advanced proficiency in business writing, development of presentations, reports and executive correspondence.
• Possesses Advanced experience in financial and electronic records management including accounts payable and receivable, maintaining financial records and reporting from relevant systems.

How to Apply

Click 'Apply Online' and submit your application including:

• A resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages)
• Answers to the selection criteria in the Position Description

Additional Benefits (for eligible employees)

• Salary packaging for tax savings
• Meal entertainment savings
• Accrued Day Off (ADO) for Full Time employees
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fitness Passport
• Flexible Work Practice Opportunities

Need more information?

• Click here for the Position Description.
• Find out more about applying for this position
• Learn more about The Sydney Children's Hospitals Network
• Aboriginal job applicants are encouraged to visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application.

Further Contacts and Support

For role related queries or questions contact Lani Attwood on

We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families that access the services we provide at the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network. For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to SCHN's Aboriginal Workforce Consultant, please contact SCHN-EA-

For technical support please contact the customer services team on

Child Safe Standards

SCHN is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

Additional Information

Applicants will be assessed against the essential criteria in Position Description. Please ensure that you review this document to understand the full requirements of the role.

NSW Health is committed to accessibility and may provide adjustments to the recruitment and interview process as needed, including physical adjustments, interview setup, or scheduling needs.

SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity - we acknowledge the vibrancy that a diverse workforce brings to enhance both our workplace culture and our service delivery to children, young people and their families and carers.

Employment of temporary visa holders is only considered if no suitable permanent resident or citizen is identified after labour market testing. Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.

Eligibility List

An eligibility list may be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.

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