Research Worker

Posting Date: 17 Feb 2026

Type of Position: Fixed Term

Location: Cairns, QLD, AU

About this Opportunity

• Fixed-Term (until 31.12.2026), Part-Time ( 0.4FTE - 29hrs/fortnight)
• Jawun Research Institute
• CQUniversity Cairns
• Support Research Worker Level 5
• Total Remuneration $38,247 to $43,024 pa (including salary of $32,319 to $36,356 plus 17% superannuation and leave loading)

Join an organisation with an unbreakable belief that quality education, training and research should be available to everyone – regardless of background, location or life circumstances.

Working at CQUniversity

The Jawun Research Institute is a national focus in Indigenous health equity research, partnering with communities, services, government and industry across Australia and internationally to drive impactful, applied research grounded in Indigenous sovereignty, leadership and nation‑building.

Under the routine supervision of the Principal Research Fellow, you will effectively collaborate with researchers, scientists and personnel in the Cairns region to recruit study participants and complete quantitative and qualitative data collection activities, including in-depth interviews, focus groups and surveys. A key part of the role involves engaging with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander stakeholders, supporting conversations that value diversity, while also assisting the wider Jawun Research Institute team with a range of administrative tasks.

Our ideal candidate is a dedicated professional with experience in stakeholder engagement and coordinating research activities. They will possess exceptional communication and organisational skills, with the ability to work autonomously in a geographically dispersed team.

Be Rewarded

• 17% superannuation (with the choice to join an award-winning superfund) 
• 6 weeks annual leave (incl. Christmas and New Year closure)*
• 10 days personal/sick leave, plus 5 days carer’s leave*
• 7.25 hours engaged service leave
• Fantastic professional and career development opportunities
• Up to 26 weeks (six months) paid parental leave*
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport

Position Requirements

• Qualifications equivalent to a completed degree with no prior experience, or a diploma/certificate with relevant work experience, or a suitable combination of education and experience.
• Experience recruiting and interviewing patients and health providers for research, along with accurately collecting, collating, storing and reporting research data.
• Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated experience engaging respectfully with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and stakeholders.
• Knowledge and proficiency in research project management support e.g. research budgets, data collection and analysis, report dissemination. (Desirable)

Position Description

For further information about this position, please refer to the Position Description.

Apply today for a career that changes lives

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Sunday, 15 March 2026

Job Requisition ID: 7025

Contact Details: 

Gregory Pratt

(07) 3023 4288

g.pratt2@cqu.edu.au

When submitting your application, please include: Your Current CV or Resume, and a 1-2 page Cover Letter highlighting your relevant skills, experience and suitability for the position. Please note, applicants for the position must have full time work rights. 

Work Rights: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold the full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this appointment. 

CQUniversity is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and CQUniversity’s domestic and international student graduates with post-study work rights are encouraged to apply.

*Pro-rata for part-time employees