Research Assistant

col-wideJob DescriptionResearch Assistant (School of Population Health)Employment Type: Full - time (35 hours a week)Duration: 1-year Fixed Term contractRemuneration: $88,717 base, plus 17% superannuation and leave loadingWork rights required: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this position.Location: Hybrid. Kensington, SydneySchool of Population HealthAt UNSW School of Population Health, we believe everyone has the right to good health.As the oldest and largest health management program in Australia, our School is a pioneer in public health, global health, infectious diseases intelligence, and health leadership and management. Our response to emerging threats and health challenges includes producing high quality research, providing the next generation of leaders with the skills to transform health systems, and advocating with passion to address health equity. We''re proud to be recognised in the top 20 universities globally for public health research.Details of the roleA Research Assistant plays a key role in supporting research projects as part of a multidisciplinary project team of researchers in the area of Implementation Science. The position will provide administrative and research assistance to the project team in activities associated with grant funded research projects, conducted within the Implementation to Impact program, School of Population Health. The role reports to a Research Fellow or Project Manager in the Implementation to Impact team and has no direct reports.Some Key Skills RequiredA university degree in allied health, population health, psychology or related discipline, or an equivalent level of knowledge gained through a combination of education, training or experience.Understanding of research protocols, experimental design and planning as involved in developing research projects and reporting against milestones.Experience working with a range of computer systems and applications, including referencing software (e.g. EndNote), survey platforms and high level skills in Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).Demonstrated superior interpersonal communication skills to initiate and maintain effective stakeholder relationships whilst exercising discretion and confidentiality.Excellent time management skills, with a demonstrated ability to respond to changing priorities, manage multiple tasks and meet competing deadlines by using judgement and initiative.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a high level of attention to detail and the ability to liaise effectively with a range of stakeholders.Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and productively within a team, but also to take initiative and work independently while managing competing demands.Knowledge of health & safety (psychosocial and physical) responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.Please refer to the position description for full details.UNSW Benefits And Culture17% Superannuation and leave loading Flexible working Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period Access to lifelong learning and career development Progressive HR practices More information on the great staff benefits and culture can be found here.Pre-Employment ChecksAligned with UNSW''s focus on cultivating a workplace defined by safety, ethical conduct, and strong integrity preferred candidates will be required to participate in a combination of pre-employment checks relevant to the role they have applied for.These pre-employment checks may include a combination of some of the following checks:National and International Criminal history checksEntitlement to work and ID checksWorking With Children ChecksCompletion of a Gender-Based Violence Prevention DeclarationVerification of relevant qualificationsVerification of relevant professional membershipEmployment history and reference checksFinancial responsibility assessments/checksMedical Checks and AssessmentsCompliance with the necessary combination of these checks is a condition of employment at UNSW.How To ApplyPlease click on Apply now to apply online. Applications should not be sent to the contact listed below. Please provide a resume and a separate document addressing the skills and experience listed in the Position Description. A copy of the Position Description can be found on .ContactFrank McHenry, Talent Acquisition AssociateE: Applications close: Thursday 5th March before 11.30pm Sydney timeUNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.Posted19/02/2026

Created: 2026-02-19