Position Number: 0065853
Location: Parkville
Role type: Part-time (0.1 FTE) / Fixed-term for 6 months
Faculty: Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences
Department/School: Department of Physiotherapy | Melbourne School of Health Sciences
Salary: Academic RA Grade 3 - $83,468 p.a. plus 17% super
- Contribute to innovative education research / Collaborate across multiple disciplines / Gain valuable academic experience
- Apply now to help shape the future of curriculum development in healthcare for older adults
- Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.
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Your next career opportunity
As a Research Assistant, you'll play a vital role in a collaborative curriculum mapping project across the Melbourne School of Health Sciences and the School of Population and Global Health. You'll gain invaluable experience in education-focused research, working with a multidisciplinary team to enhance education on healthcare This part-time role offers you the chance to develop your organisational and communication skills in a dynamic and supportive academic environment.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Coordinate Project Activities: Schedule and support meetings, engage with subject coordinators and academic staff.
- Manage Curriculum Data: Assist in collecting and organising curriculum data using Excel and other relevant tools.
- Contribute to Data Analysis: Help organise and analyse data from interviews and workshops.
- Support Project Documentation: Contribute to reporting, project updates, and documentation as required.
You may be a great fit if:
You are a detail-oriented and proactive individual with strong organisational and communication skills, capable of working both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic academic environment.
You may also:
- Be a current postgraduate student or early-career researcher looking to gain experience in education-focused research.
- Have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to engage with diverse stakeholders.
- Possess strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Be proficient in using Excel and other data management tools.
- Have an interest in healthcare education and curriculum development.
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 – The Department of Physiotherapy
The Department of Physiotherapy was established in 1991 and makes distinctive contributions nationally and internationally to the physiotherapy profession and society in research, learning & teaching and knowledge exchange. In 2009 it became a department within the Melbourne School of Health Science. Further information about Physiotherapy is available at:
http://www.physioth.unimelb.edu.au/
Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, being a parent or having caring responsibilities.
The University of Melbourne is committed to fostering a barrier-free and inclusive recruitment process. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates throughout the application and interview stages, including accessible document formats and alternative application methods. To discuss your specific requirements, please feel free to contact Kim Groizard +61 3 9035 3218 or send an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments' to hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au. You can find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments on our Careers website: https://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.
For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring
If you are a member of an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community and would like any support, please feel free to contact our Indigenous Employment & Development team via email at oied-hr@unimelb.edu.au.
Working at the University – what you need to know
This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Join Us and unlock your career potential!
Is this the perfect opportunity for you? Apply today! Including the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Nick Petersen via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.
Applications close: 22 May 2025 11:55 PM Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) / Melbourne time zone.
Position Description: 
0065853_Research Assistant_PD.pdf
Position Description
