Research Assistant

Job Description:

Full time fixed term opportunity until October 2027Proactive and supportive leadershipExcellent benefits including salary packaging

About The Role

An exciting opportunity exists for a Mental Health Research Assistant to join the Brain Stimulation Lab within the Mental Health & Addiction Medicine Program at St. Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne. The role will support the recruitment and coordination of participants for interventional clinical trials investigating Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) for depression and other neuropsychiatric disorders.

Recruit, screen and assess participants for clinical trials, including administering clinical rating scales and coordinating appointments and follow-up assessmentsSupport the delivery of TMS treatment and clinical trial procedures, with training provided as requiredCollect, enter, curate and undertake minor analysis of research data, contributing to reports, publications and conference materialsProvide administrative and research support, including maintaining research databases, records and study documentationLiaise with participants, treating teams, investigators and research staff to support effective trial coordination and participant engagement

Classifications for this position will range from MI3 – MI13 ($77,682 - $92,227 per annum)

Your Contribution

Doctoral qualification in a relevant discipline or closely related field, or substantial relevant skills and work experienceDemonstrated experience in participant recruitment, with the ability to establish rapport and positive relationships with consumersExperience with clinical trials and sound knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines, with familiarity and competence in brain stimulation techniques and interventional researchExperience administering clinical rating scales, particularly those relating to depression, together with strong written, verbal and organisational skillsDemonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary research environment, with strong computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office and statistical softwareA valid Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check, or willing to obtain

What We Offer

A focus on wellbeing initiatives, with regular events and programsConfidential, solutions-focused employee counsellingA healthy work/life balance encouraged. Full time employment comes with a monthly Accrued Day Off (additional day off per month!)Ability to join Fitness Passport - Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilitiesSalary Packaging – Increase your take home pay!In the heart of Fitzroy, CBD at our doorstep, close to some of Melbourne’s best cafes, public transport and lots of carparksDiscounts and Promotions always available through our FoundationRegular opportunities for professional development to assist you to reach your career goalsCulture of continuous improvement

About Mental Health & Addiction Medicine Program

The Mental Health & Addiction Medicine Program at St. Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne provides a comprehensive range of mental health and addiction services across inpatient, community, emergency and specialist settings, supporting consumers across the lifespan. The program also delivers state-wide specialist services and undertakes innovative clinical research, including through the Brain Stimulation Lab, which translates cutting-edge neuroscience into clinically meaningful and individualised treatments for neuropsychiatric disorders.

Working at St Vincent’s

St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services and is driven by values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence.

Application

Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application.

Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced.

We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve.

Please visit our website, for further information regarding our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHM

SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases in healthcare settings. You may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations).

Contact:

Nicola Daniel, Executive Assistant to the Academic Lead of Psychiatry

Email: Nicola.Daniel@svha.org.au

Closing Date:

21 September 2026 11:59pm

Reconciliation Action Plan:

At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.au

View Reconciliation Action Plan

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