In-Demand Academic researcher Jobs in Melbourne Vic

Research Assistant, Centre for Youth Mental Health (CYMH)
University of Melbourne —Parkville VIC
- $87,266 - $118,416 a year
- Full-time
- Research
- Health insurance
- Parental leave
9d
Research Assistant
Monash Health —Clayton VIC
- Part-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Research
- Databases
2d
Graduate Research Officer
University of Melbourne —Parkville VIC
- $86,943 - $99,864 a year
- Part-time
- Research
- Databases
- Administrative experience
- Health insurance
- Parental leave
2d
Peer Researcher - PRIME
Orygen, The National Centre of Excellence in Youth Mental Health —Parkville VIC
- $73,000 - $78,000 a year
- Part-time
- Research
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
5d
First Nations Graduate Position (Research Assistant)
ORIMA Research —Melbourne VIC
- $66,000 - $660,000 a year
- Full-time
- Research
- Bachelor's degree
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance program
Research Assistant in Computational Drug Discovery
University of Melbourne —Parkville VIC
- $87,266 - $118,416 a year
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Master's degree
- Health insurance
- Parental leave
Advisor, Risk Intelligence and Engagement
RMIT University —Melbourne VIC
- $97,647 - $105,698 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Research
- University
- Experience working with children
8d
Monash/Bayreuth Double PhD Degree Opportunity - Accelerating organic semiconductor discovery with generative AI, molecular dynamics and DFT
Monash University —Clayton VIC
- $37,145 a year
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Research
- Master's degree
1d
Research Officer - Stem Cell Biology
The Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research —Parkville VIC
- $107,194 - $115,059 a year
- Full-time
- Research
- No degree
- Communication skills
2d
Advisor, Research Security and Due Diligence
RMIT University —Melbourne VIC
- $97,647 - $105,698 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Research
- University
- Experience working with children
8d
Health Informatics Specialist
University of Melbourne —Parkville VIC
- $152,695 - $176,065 a year
- Full-time
- Research
- Health insurance
- Parental leave
Indigenous Graduate Research Program Coordinator
University of Melbourne —Parkville VIC
- $124,656 - $148,023 a year
- Part-time
- Doctoral degree
- Research
- Health insurance
- Parental leave
Research Support Officer, Poultry Behaviour and Welfare
University of Melbourne —Parkville VIC
- Part-time
- Laboratory experience
- Research
- Organisational skills
- Health insurance
- Parental leave
14d
Research Fellow
RMIT University —Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Doctoral degree
- Research
- Master's degree
14d
Domestic PhD Stipend Scholarship Opportunity - BloodCare Centre of Research Excellence (CRE) - Improving supportive care for patients with blood cancer
Monash University —St Kilda Road VIC
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Doctoral degree
- Research
- Master's degree
13d
Research Fellow
Monash University —Clayton VIC
- $86,195 - $116,981 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Doctoral degree
- Data analysis skills
- Research
Research Fellow (Identified)
Monash University —Clayton VIC
- $123,138 - $146,228 a year
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Research
- Supervising experience
- Education
8d
Research Fellow in Advanced Photovoltaics
University of Melbourne —Parkville VIC
- $87,266 - $118,416 a year
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Research
- Health insurance
- Parental leave
Grants Officer
University of Melbourne —Parkville VIC
- $100,847 - $109,163 a year
- Part-time
- Administrative experience
- Health insurance
- Parental leave
2d
Research Fellow, Technology Adoption & Social Change, ARC Research Hub IC-SensE
RMIT University —Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Research
- University

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Research Assistant, Centre for Youth Mental Health (CYMH)

University of Melbourne -
Parkville VIC

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Job Details

Full-time
$87,266 - $118,416 a year
9 days ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Salary packaging

Qualifications

Bachelor honours degree
Research
Driver Licence
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Full Job Description

Role type: Full Time; Fixed Term for 1 year
Location: Parkville
Faculty: Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences (MDHS)
Department: Centre for Youth Mental Health
Salary: Level A - $87,266 - $118,416 plus 17% super

Work with world-leading youth mental health experts / engage directly with young people in clinical research / contribute to global psychosis consortia
Apply now to support young people at ultra-high risk of psychosis through impactful, front-line research.
Investing in you – 17% superannuation, 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
You will support landmark studies exploring clinical trajectories and self-disturbance in young people at ultra-high risk of psychosis. Working across PRESCIENT, SNAP and related projects, you will build a strong research profile while contributing to evidence that can transform youth mental health assessment and care.

What you will deliver:

Conduct structured research interviews and assessments with young people at ultra-high risk of psychosis across multiple Orygen sites.
Collect, enter, check and manage high-quality study data in line with ethical, governance and Good Clinical Practice standards.
Coordinate participant logistics, including transport and scheduling, and maintain strong relationships with headspace and clinical teams.
Contribute to publications, conference presentations and broader dissemination activities arising from PRESCIENT, SNAP and related projects.
Participate actively in project meetings, planning activities and committee work to support capacity-building within the UHR program.

You may be a great fit if you:

Hold an undergraduate Honours degree in behavioural or social sciences, or a closely related discipline.
Demonstrate strong interest in youth-onset mental health disorders and evidence-based mental health interventions.
Apply quantitative and qualitative research methodologies confidently to clinical and psychosocial research questions.
Contribute effectively to both independent and collaborative research in multidisciplinary clinical or academic settings.
Bring experience, or a clear aptitude, for engaging adolescents and young adults in structured clinical research interviews.
Possess a valid driver’s licence, can travel between sites, and are flexible for occasional after-hours or weekend work.

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 fulfilment, including:

Build future financial security with 17% superannuation
Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning

Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave

Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company

Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

Your new team
You will join the Centre for Youth Mental Health within the Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences, working day-to-day with Orygen, the world’s leading youth mental health research and translation organisation. Your colleagues include multidisciplinary clinicians, researchers and lived-experience experts collaborating to improve outcomes for young people with emerging mental ill-health. You will be supported to grow your research skills, contribute to high-impact international studies, and work within a values-driven culture committed to inclusion, integrity and real-world impact.

Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. 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 adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. Learn more about how we support an accessible recruitment process.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Visit our Indigenous staff page to learn more about our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with Korin Korin, our Indigenous Employment and Development team, via [email protected]

Application essentials:

Visit "apply with us" to learn more about the process, including tips and FAQs.
You must have current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
A Working with Children Check is required for all positions. If successful, we will guide you through the process and reimburse you.
Please upload your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and experience as part of the application process.
Please upload a separate document addressing essential Selection Criteria outlined in the .

Want to know more?

For queries related to this specific position, contact Sophie Tod
For questions related to our recruitment process, email Vanessa Phan at [email protected]
For recruitment adjustments contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at [email protected] (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments').

Apply today, and join a community that’s shaping the future.

Applications close: 6 September 2026 at 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone.

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academic researcher jobs in melbourne vic

Research Assistant, Centre for Youth Mental Health (CYMH)

Research Assistant

Graduate Research Officer

Peer Researcher - PRIME

First Nations Graduate Position (Research Assistant)

Research Assistant in Computational Drug Discovery

Advisor, Risk Intelligence and Engagement

Monash/Bayreuth Double PhD Degree Opportunity - Accelerating organic semiconductor discovery with generative AI, molecular dynamics and DFT

Research Officer - Stem Cell Biology

Advisor, Research Security and Due Diligence

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Research Support Officer, Poultry Behaviour and Welfare

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