• Opportunity for a highly motivated Research Officer to join the Youth Mental Health research team.
• Support the School of Population and Global Health to work on clinical trials.
• Full-time appointment on a fixed term basis for 1 year, 3 months.
• Base salary range: $83,212 – $92,231 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

Youth Mental Health and Suicide Prevention.

About the opportunity

• Assist in the recruitment and retention of young participants for the CanARY, CANCAN, and CanOPY trials across multiple sites, ensuring trial protocols are followed.
• Perform eligibility and protocol-based assessments, support medical assessments, and manage biological samples with confidentiality and sensitivity.
• Maintain professional relationships with participants and collaborate with recruitment sites, families, and mental health providers to ensure high-quality care and accurate data management.

About you

• Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Public Health, Occupational Therapy, Nursing or related health discipline.
• Sound understanding of mental illness including demonstrated experience of working with people with mental health concerns.
• Demonstrated experience in building relationships and working collaboratively with key stakeholders at various levels.
• Ability to work independently, show initiative and work productively within a team with the demonstrated ability to set goals, manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work with and respect diverse peoples, including First Nations People, culturally diverse and gender diverse peoples.

Note: A current Working with Children Check, police clearance, driver’s licence and access to a car will be required by the successful applicant.

Position description: PD - Research Officer 521289.pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Shelley Baird at [email protected]

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday, 26 October 2025

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

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