Mater Research has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Research Assistant to join our Clinical Mother & Baby Program within the NHMRC Centre of Research Excellence in Stillbirth (Stillbirth CRE), based at our South Brisbane campus.

This full-time, maximum term role (until December 2026) offers the chance to make a meaningful impact by supporting the implementation of best-practice guidelines for stillbirth prevention—helping to improve outcomes for mothers, babies, and families across Australia.

Mater Research is a recognised leader in medical research. Our bench to bedside philosophy sees us working across Mater Health’s hospitals and health services, The University of Queensland, and the world-class Translational Research Institute (TRI).

We are committed to working closely with Mater Health, Mater Education and our growing network of partners and collaborators to turn scientific discovery into the best possible treatment, care, and outcomes for patients and our broader community.

Salary range: $41.48 - $44.69 per hour plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900 + access to many staff benefits!

What you’ll be doing

In this role, you will contribute to the coordination, implementation, and evaluation of perinatal health initiatives and research projects across the Stillbirth CRE. You’ll:

• Coordinate project activities, meetings, workshops, and site visits across key stillbirth prevention programs.
• Support research activities including ethics submissions, data collection and analysis, and literature reviews.
• Assist with the development of reports, manuscripts, and educational resources.
• Help maintain and update learning and communication platforms, including LMS and website content.

About you

You’re an organised, proactive, and detail-oriented professional with experience supporting clinical or public health research projects. You have strong communication skills and thrive in a collaborative, purpose-driven environment.

You will also bring:

• Tertiary qualifications in public health or a health-related science, or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated experience providing research or project support in a clinical or research setting.
• Experience with ethics and governance submissions.
• Skills in quantitative and qualitative data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Strong written communication skills, with experience drafting reports or manuscripts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with LMS or online program content is desirable.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.

Why join us?

Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, delivering exceptional care to nearly 700,000 patients each year across 11 (soon to be 12) hospitals. We’re leaders in healthcare, education, fundraising & philanthropy and research — and it’s our people who make the difference.

We’re looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.

• Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits
• Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
• Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
• Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
• Exclusive discounts across dining, retail, travel, accommodation (just to name a few!)
• Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
• Convenient, discounted on-site parking
• Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots
• Join Queensland’s Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team.

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVE

Applications close Wednesday 29th October 2025. Please note, we may contact applications prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW!

Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.

Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.

Mater Group is dedicated to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.

Mater ensures all children have an environment suitable for their safety and wellbeing through proper supervision and safeguarding practices.

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