Research Assistant to Head of Department

University of Melbourne; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 44,000 - 118,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

17% superannuation

Salary packaging

Professional development opportunities

Health and wellbeing programs

Discounted services

Employee assistance program

Job summary

The University of Melbourne invites applications for a part-time/fixed-term Research Assistant to the Head of Department within the Department of Medical Education at Melbourne Medical School. You will support qualitative and quantitative research projects, contribute to publications and curriculum innovation, and strengthen your analytical skills in a collaborative, values-driven environment.

You will work closely with the Head of Department on high‑quality medical education research, manage

Qualifications

• Hold an undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline.
• Use qualitative analysis software such as NVivo and manage survey data using platforms like Qualtrics.
• Demonstrate strong skills in literature review, synthesis of peer-reviewed and grey literature, and academic writing.
• Understand human research ethics principles and have experience preparing and managing ethics submissions.
• Bring excellent attention to detail, diligence and organisational skills to manage concurrent research tasks and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide research and administrative support to the Head of Department across multiple medical education projects.
• Conduct qualitative analyses and support quantitative analyses of administrative, longitudinal and linked assessment datasets.
• Manage, assemble and clean datasets, ensuring data quality for reporting, manuscripts and conference presentations.
• Coordinate ethics applications and processes, and maintain productive relationships with project partners and stakeholders.
• Conduct literature searches and systematic reviews, and contribute to written reports, papers and presentations.

Skills

Qualitative analysis

NVivo

Qualtrics

Literature review

Academic writing

Ethics submissions

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline

Tools

NVivo

Qualtrics

Job description

Role type:Part-time/ Full Time; 0.5 – 1 FTE; Fixed-term for 5 months
Faculty: Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences
Department/ School: Department of Medical Education, Melbourne Medical School
Salary: Level A: $87,266 - $118,416 p.a. pro rata for part time plus 17% super

• Work alongside a senior Head of Department / deepen qualitative and quantitative research expertise / contribute to medical education impact
• Apply your research skills in medical education and grow your academic profile in a supportive team
• Investing in you – 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

The University of Melbourne

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Your next career opportunity

You will work closely with the Head of Department on high-quality medical education research projects.
You will strengthen your qualitative and quantitative analysis skills while contributing to publications, presentations and curriculum innovation.

What you will deliver:

• Provide research and administrative support to the Head of Department across multiple medical education projects.
• Conduct qualitative analyses and support quantitative analyses of administrative, longitudinal and linked assessment datasets.
• Manage, assemble and clean datasets, ensuring data quality for reporting, manuscripts and conference presentations.
• Coordinate ethics applications and processes, and maintain productive relationships with project partners and stakeholders.
• Conduct literature searches and systematic reviews, and contribute to written reports, papers and presentations.

You may be a great fit if you:

• Hold an undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline and an interest in medical education research.
• Use qualitative analysis software such as NVivo and manage survey data using platforms like Qualtrics.
• Demonstrate strong skills in literature review, synthesis of peer-reviewed and grey literature, and academic writing.
• Understand human research ethics principles and have experience preparing and managing ethics submissions.
• Bring excellent attention to detail, diligence and organisational skills to manage concurrent research tasks and deadlines.
• Value collaborative work in multidisciplinary teams and communicate effectively with diverse colleagues and stakeholders.

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 balanceand well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave, cultural leave, and menstruation and menopause 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 Department of Medical Education within the Melbourne Medical School at Parkville.

The Department leads the Doctor of Medicine curriculum, postgraduate programmes and research that improves health professional education.
Research spans work integrated learning, curriculum and assessment, healthcare communication and student engagement.
You will collaborate with academics, clinicians and professional staff in a supportive, values-driven environment encouraging innovation.

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.

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.

• 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.

Want to know more?

• For queries related to this specific position, contact Anna Ryan by emailing ******@unimelb.edu.au.
• For questions related to our recruitment process email Walid at **********@unimelb.edu.au
• For recruitment adjustments contact Kim Groizard on [phone] or at **********@unimelb.edu.au (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments').

Position Description:

JR-019137 Research Assistant to Head of Department PD.docx

JR-019137 Research Assistant to Head of Department PD.pdf