"Research Officer"

Role type: Full time, Fixed term for 12 months

Faculty: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry, and Health Sciences

Department/School: Department of General Practice and Primary Care

Salary: UoM 6 $98,870 - $107,023 p.a. (pro rata) plus 17% super

Please note: Compensation rates will be updated as of November 1, 2025.

• Drive innovative cancer research / Collaborate with diverse health professionals / Enhance patient outcomes.
• Apply now to contribute to cutting edge cancer research and support clinical trials in primary care settings.
• Investing in you - 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

As a Research Officer with the Primary Care Cancer Research team, you will support ground-breaking cancer research initiatives, from trial development to participant recruitment. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with multidisciplinary professionals, enhance your research skills, and contribute significantly to improving cancer outcomes across healthcare systems. This role offers a chance to work in a vibrant environment where your efforts will directly impact clinical research and patient care.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Facilitate Research Development: Work with the Primary Care Collaborative Cancer Clinical Trials Group (PC4) members on literature reviews and project facilitation under the National Manager's direction.
• Support Trial Operations: Recruit participants, manage data collection, and ensure adherence to trial protocols.
• Enhance Data Management: Maintain and improve trial reporting databases, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
• Promote Knowledge Exchange: Develop resources and strategies to promote clinical trial knowledge and member engagement.

You may be a great fit if:

You will have a tertiary qualification in medical or health sciences, with strong computing skills, research experience, and excellent communication abilities, ready to contribute to cancer research in a collaborative environment.

You may also:

• Possess a tertiary qualification in medical science, health science, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrate proficiency in data management systems like REDCap.
• Have experience in conducting literature reviews and data analysis.
• Exhibit excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Be adept at managing multiple tasks and meeting deadlines.

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 – Department of General Practice and Primary Care

www.gp.unimelb.edu.au

The Department of General Practice and Primary Care originated as a unit within the Department of Community Medicine in 1977. It was established as a separate department within the School of Medicine in 2001 and established the Primary Care Research Unit (PCRU) as a centre of excellence in primary care research, research training and knowledge exchange in 2006. The Department has 68 (full time equivalent) staff supported by an operating budget of $7 million and research income of approximately $11 million annually.

With an increased profile within the Melbourne Medical School, the Department has utilised its growing network of general practitioners (GPs) and primary health care providers in the community to ensure that University of Melbourne medical students are provided with quality community-based medical education. The Department delivers postgraduate training for primary care nurses, and research training for medical, honours, masters and PhD students . For more than 20 years, the Department has run a very successful General Practice academic registrar program where doctors who are training to be GPs (GP registrars) undertake a half time special skills post in academic medicine to experience an introduction to research and university teaching. We average around three academic registrars per year.

Be Yourself

The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We believe 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 reasonable adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. For assistance, please contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments'). Contact details for other enquiries are located at the bottom of this page.

Find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants

We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Our Indigenous strategy, Murmuk Djerring outlines our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff and students.

Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at oied-hr@unimelb.edu.au for further information and support.

Please note: This role requires current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available.

A Working with Children Check (WWCC) is required for all positions. If successful, we'll guide you through the WWCC application process during onboarding and reimburse the cost.

Join Us and unlock your career potential!

If this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
• The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description)

Learn more about the application process, including tips and FAQs.

For recruitment queries, email Kate Vasconcelos at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au. Include the Position Number and Job Title in the subject line. Please do not send applications to this email address.

For job-specific queries, refer to the contact details in the Position Description.

Applications close: 20/11/2025 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone.

Position Description: JR-005490 Research Support Officer PD.pdf