Location: Parkville
Role type: Part Time (0.4 FTE); Fixed term till 31 December 2026
Faculty: Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences (MDHS)
School: Melbourne School of Health Sciences
Salary: Level A - $87,266 - $118,416 p.a. plus 17% super 

• Physiotherapist or occupational therapist to work on stroke recovery and rehabilitation research trials.
• Collaborate with leading researchers and enhance your expertise in neurological conditions and treatment.
• Contribute to making a positive difference in people's lives after a stroke
• Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities. 

The University of Melbourne 
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Your next career opportunity 
As a Research Assistant within the REPAIR Research Team (Department of Physiotherapy), you will have the opportunity to contribute to ongoing and future stroke research projects, in particular the UPLIFT (UPper limb and Language Impairment and Functional Training) and the DOSE-UP (DOSE ranging in UPper limb rehabilitation after stroke) trials. AHPRA registered physiotherapists and occupational therapists with at least 3 years of experience working with people with neurological conditions will be considered for the position. The person will work directly with A/Professor Kate Hayward (physiotherapist) and Dr Emily Dalton (occupational therapist).

Your responsibilities will include:

• Conduct Stroke Recovery Research: Coordinate participant recruitment, schedule and conduct assessments, and deliver intervention including upper limb therapy to people recruited to the stroke recovery trials.  

• Manage Data and Reporting: Collect, enter, and manage participant data, ensuring compliance with research standards.
• Collaborate and Communicate: Liaise with team members, report project progress, and contribute to research publications and presentations.
• Uphold University Values: Demonstrate and promote high standards of ethics, integrity, and inclusivity within the research environment.

You may be a great fit if: 

You are an experienced physiotherapist or occupational therapist with a strong background in neurological conditions, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to ethical research practices.

You will also have:

• Current Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy registration with the Allied Health Practitioners Regulation Authority (AHPRA)
• Possess at least 3 years of clinical experience with neurological conditions.
• Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Have strong computer skills, particularly in Zoom, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Be a proactive problem solver with strong organisational skills.

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 – Melbourne School of Health Sciences

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The Melbourne School of Health Sciences (MSHS) provides qualifying and postgraduate courses in the disciplines of Nursing, Physiotherapy, Social Work, Audiology and Speech Pathology, and Optometry and Vision Sciences.

Be Yourself 
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We believe the diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb.

We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing reasonable adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. For assistance, please contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at [email protected] (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments'). Contact details for other enquiries are located at the bottom of this page.

Find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants 
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Our Indigenous strategy, Murmuk Djerring outlines our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff and students.
  
Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at [email protected] for further information and support. 

Please note: This role requires current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available.
 

A Working with Children Check (WWCC) is required for all positions. If successful, we'll guide you through the WWCC application process during onboarding and reimburse the cost.

Join Us and unlock your career potential! 
If this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents: 

• Resume 

• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience 

• The responses against the Essential Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description) 

Learn more about the application process, including tips and FAQs.

For recruitment queries, email Rehan Wadiwala at [email protected]. Include the Position Number and Job Title in the subject line. Please do not send applications to this email address.

For job-specific queries, refer to the contact details in the Position Description.

Applications close: 12 February 2026 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone. 

Position Description: JR-007779 Clinical Research Assistant - REPAIR Stroke Trials.pdf