Research Assistant, Centre for Youth Mental Health (CYMH) Full-time

Research Assistant

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

For more information check out our benefits page!

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 korin-korin@unimelb.edu.au

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 Position Description.

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 hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au
• For recruitment adjustments contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au (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.

Position Description: PD_3547327_Research Assistant.docx

PD_3547327_Research Assistant.pdf