Role type: 
Full Time; Fixed term for 12 months
Faculty:
Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences (MDHS)
Salary:
Level A: $87,266 - $118,416 p.a. (pro rata for part-time) (*PhD entry level $110,319 p.a.)
Level B $124,656 - $148,023 p.a. (pro rata for part-time)

• Transform healthcare work environments / Collaborate with leading hospitals / Drive impactful research outcomes
• Apply now to be part of a groundbreaking project redefining hospital work for improved staff and patient experiences.
• Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities. 

The University of Melbourne 
We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website.

Your next career opportunity 
As a Research Officer in the Transforming Healthcare Impact Area, you will contribute to the WECARE project, aiming to optimise hospital work environments. You'll collaborate with hospital staff, conduct interviews and time-in-motion studies, and support the development of innovative solutions through computer simulations. This role offers you the chance to enhance staff satisfaction and patient care while advancing your research expertise in a supportive and values-driven environment.

Your responsibilities will include: 

• Conduct Research and Analysis: Plan and carry out research activities, including ethics applications, literature reviews, and time-in-motion studies.
• Facilitate Collaboration: Conduct interviews with hospital staff to identify task allocation opportunities and support model ranking with stakeholders.
• Support Project Administration: Assist in scheduling meetings, minute-taking, and communicating tasks arising from project meetings.
• Disseminate Research Findings: Contribute to academic publications, participate in seminars, and engage with professional bodies to foster partnerships.

You may be a great fit if: 

You will be a proactive and organised researcher with experience in ethics applications and literature reviews, capable of working collaboratively to enhance hospital work environments.

You may also: 

• Have completed or be near completion of a relevant postgraduate degree, such as a Master of Public Health or PhD.
• Possess experience in preparing and submitting ethics applications and revisions.
• Have strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines independently.
• Demonstrate evidence of teamwork and collegiality in a research setting.
• Exhibit attention to detail and initiative in following up actions without supervision.

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 – Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences (MDHS)

The Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry & Health Sciences has an enviable research record and is the University of Melbourne’s largest faculty in terms of management of financial resources, employment of academic and professional staff, teaching of undergraduate and postgraduate (including research higher degree) students and the conduct of basic and applied research. The Faculty’s annual revenue is $628m with approximately 55% of this income related to research activities.

The Faculty has a student teaching load in excess of 8,500 equivalent full-time students including more than 1,300 research higher degree students. The Faculty has approximately 2,195 staff comprising 642 professional staff and 1,553 research and teaching staff. 

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 Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description) 

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

For recruitment queries, email Vanessa Phan [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: 20 January 2026 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone. 

Position Description: JR-007358 Research Assistant - Research Fellow.pdf