"Senior Research Officer (Identified)"

Full time Fixed term role for a dedicated and organised Research Officer (Identified) until 30 June 2027

Support the nationally significant Occasions of Care Explained and ANalysed (OCEAN) Research study

Base Salary $112,628 + 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

This position has been designated for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people only under the provisions of section 126 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW). The Senior Research Officer (Identified) plays a key role in shaping and delivering research initiatives that align with the university's strategic priorities. This position supports the nationally significant Occasions of Care Explained and ANalysed (OCEAN) study—an innovative research project collecting and analysing clinical activity data from nurses, physiotherapists, and Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Health Workers and Health Practitioners who work in general practices, Aboriginal Medical Services and Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services. The resulting dataset will provide the first evidence base of its kind, highlighting the contribution of these professions to primary care in Australia. Working within a research-intensive environment, the Senior Research Officer supports the development, documentation, and dissemination of high-impact research that informs policy and practice.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• Work closely with academic researchers, project teams, and external partners
• Guide research direction and priorities to align with university goals and stakeholder expectations
• Champion best practices and innovative methodologies in research
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Health Worker and Health Practitioner stream of data collection, including participant recruitment and follow-up
• Oversee research documentation and publication strategies
• Foster collaboration and respond to stakeholder and participant queries within the research network

About you

• Demonstrate the ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, communities and organisations
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander cultures and communities, as appropriate to the position
• Hold a bachelor's degree in a relevant field or possess equivalent training and experience
• Have experience conducting scientific literature searches and managing research data
• Demonstrate capability in research administration and reporting
• Have worked in a research-intensive environment
• Possess proficiency in research software and data analysis