- Join a team dedicated to advancing knowledge and improving health outcomes
- Gain valuable experience and professional development opportunities
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Full Time Fixed Term Opportunity until June 2027
At the School of Medicine and Public Health, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and improving health outcomes through rigorous research and innovative approaches. Our research focuses on a wide range of topics. We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Research Assistant to join our dynamic team and contribute to our impactful research projects.
Be challenged and imagine with us
Under the guidance of the Research Fellow, the Research Assistant will play a vital role in various research projects, providing support in project management, ethics applications, manuscript preparation, grant applications, and more. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and contribute to health research. This includes:
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Working collaboratively as part of the research team, providing support in various research activities.
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Developing research materials and processes, including survey development, database management, and ethics applications.
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Coordinating peer-reviewed and grey literature reviews, utilizing Endnote for reference management.
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Contributing to research outcomes by assisting in the preparation of reports, peer-reviewed publications, and conference materials.
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Identifying and preparing grant applications for internal and external funding opportunities, ensuring timely submission.
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Performing administrative duties such as organizing meetings, and preparing documents.
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Coordinating stakeholder engagement activities as required, maintaining effective communication with internal and external collaborators.
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Providing support for meetings, including agenda preparation, minute-taking, and follow-up on action items.
Overall, this Research Assistant position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to impactful research, gain valuable experience, and make a difference in health research. If you're passionate about research, eager to learn, and dedicated to improving health outcomes, we encourage you to apply and be part of our dynamic team.
This Fixed Term position is full time at a HEW 6 Higher Education Level until June 2027 and will be based at HMRI (Awabakal and Worimi land)
About our University
The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and creating a better future for our regions and the globe. Underpinned by this vision and our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability The University’s Strategic Plan 2030 outlines the University’s commitment to delivering an exceptional student experience and serving our communities.
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What we offer
In addition to working for a university that is breaking boundaries, discovering new ways of thinking and cementing a place as a global leader, we offer a range of benefits to our employees to ensure you balance your commitments, stay healthy and work effectively.
These include:
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The remuneration for this position is from $93929 - $103641 p.a. + superannuation and is commensurate with skills and experience
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Flexible working arrangements (in line with the University’s Flexible Work Policy
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17% super and salary packaging
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Additional University Holiday days, generous personal leave and parental leave, annual leave loading and additional purchased leave scheme
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Discounts in private health insurance, gym memberships, software, travel and more
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Wellbeing programs
Your next steps
Please visit here for a guide on how to apply for a role.
If viewing this on a job board other than the University's please click ‘Apply’ to reach the University's website, where a copy of the Position Description can be accessed. Please download a copy before commencing your application.
Your application must include:
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Your resume
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A cover letter outlining your motivation to apply for this opportunity
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A statement addressing the Essential Criteria listed in the job description
To ensure that your application receives full consideration, it's important to address the selection criteria outlined in the application process. This helps us better understand your qualifications and suitability for the role. Should you have any questions or need clarification on the criteria, please don't hesitate to reach out. We appreciate your attention to this matter and look forward to reviewing your application.
Please upload your Cover Letter and response to the requested Criteria as one PDF document.
Your Cover Letter and Response to the Essential Criteria should not exceed 4 pages (approximately 2,000 words).
For specific position enquiries, please contact Mariko Carey, Research Fellow on (02) 4042 0702 or via email [email protected]
Having Difficulties? Please reach out to us: [email protected]
Closing date: Sunday 14th June 2026 at 11.59pm AEST
Our assessment process
Typically, candidates that progress beyond the shortlist stage can expect to undertake the following (minimum) assessment activities as part of the recruitment process:
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Interview (an ‘in person’ interview will be conducted as part of the process)
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Referee checks
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Pre-employment checks as appropriate to the role
Our University is committed to creating a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for every member of our community. This commitment is central to our values and our efforts to build a diverse workforce where everyone can thrive.
As part of this, and in alignment with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence 2025, from 1 January 2026, the University will also consider gender-based violence risk factors as part of our recruitment processes.
The completion and return of the University’s Gender-based Violence Declaration Form will form part of the pre-employment checks for this position and any offer of employment will be conditional upon review by the University.
Our adherence to the Code is about more than compliance—it’s about living our values. Together, we can ensure our University remains a place where respect, safety, and inclusion are non-negotiable.
We are excited to be Looking Ahead with you
The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas. We extend that respect to the homelands of our students and staff. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present. We are fully committed to building on our strengths in Indigenous higher education and providing a supportive space for our Indigenous students, staff and communities.
The University of Newcastle is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. We value the unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives each person brings to our community and strive to create a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities, people living with disability, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
