Research Officer Youth Mental Health
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Job Description
School of Population and Global Health
- Opportunity for a highly motivated Research Officer to join the Youth Mental Health research team in the School of Population and Global Health to work on clinical trials.
- Fulltime or parttime 0.8 FTE) appointment on a fixed term basis for 2 years.
- Base salary range: $80243 $88940 p.a. plus 17 superannuation.
About the area
The Youth Mental Health research team in the School of Population and Global Health focuses on the mental health of young people including the prediction of mental disorders treatments service access and service evaluation.
About the opportunity
- Work as a research officer on the CanARY CanCAN and CANOPY clinical trials
- Support the recruitment of participants into the trial and ensure delivery of trial requirements across recruitment sites and provide clinical guidance to junior research officers.
About you
- Degree in Psychology Social Work Public Health Occupational Therapy Nursing or related health discipline.
- Sound understanding of mental illness.
- Demonstrated experience of working with people with mental health concerns.
- Demonstrated experience in building relationships and working collaboratively with key stakeholders at various levels.
Clinical trial experience and experience conducting research assessments with people with mental health concerns is desirable
Note: A current National Police Clearance Certificate Working with Children Check and C class drivers licence will be required by the successful applicant.
Position description:POSITION DESCRIPTION Research Officer (Youth Mental Health) Level 5 Position number
To learn more about this opportunity please contact Shelley Baird at
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 Wednesday 30 April 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 Australias top university.
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.
If you have queries relating to your application please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively please contact the Talent team at with details of your query. To enable a quick response please include the 6digit job reference number.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
