Casual Bilingual Research Assistants (Chinese-speaking)
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Casual Bilingual Research Assistants
Social Gerontology Division
Casual Fixed Term until 30 June 2026
$46.66 $51.81 per hour
plus employer Superannuation Guarantee (SG) contribution
About NARI
The National Ageing Research Institute (NARI) is Australias leading independent non-profit medical research institute dedicated to ageing. Recognised internationally for excellence in translational research NARI builds evidence to improve health and aged care systems policies and practices that promote the health wellbeing and quality of life of older people.
Our vision is a world where all older people are respected included and have the opportunity to age well. Guided by our core valuesExcellence Collaboration Inclusion and Integritywe work in partnership with the NARI Community Advisory Panel older people carers communities and stakeholders to ensure our research is relevant meaningful and impactful.
NARIs research spans five key program areas organised within two divisions:
- Research that supports healthy ageing including preventative and early intervention programs.
- Research to reduce the morbidity and mortality of conditions associated with ageing.
- Research that enhances paid and unpaid carers skills knowledge confidence health and well-being and quality of life.
- Research that improves health and aged care systems processes and practices.
- Research that addresses societal issues associated with ageing.
NARI also leads the Melbourne Ageing Research Collaborative (MARC) a unique collaboration of health research aged care government and advocacy organisations working together to improve the lives of older people.
NARI plays a vital role in informing policy shaping practice and fostering a more inclusive and age-friendly society.
Further information about NARI our people working at NARI and its governance structure is available at the role
We are seeking Chinese-speaking casual bilingual Research Assistants. These casual positions are based within the Social Gerontology Division of the Institute and will work on the Befriending with GENIE project. This project aims to improve the quality of life of people living with dementia and their family caregivers from Cultural and Linguistically diverse (CaLD) communities using the BEFRIENDING with GENIE intervention which comprises a program of visits and an online social engagement tool.
Casual Bilingual Research Assistants
The research assistants will take on the role of researchers collecting data and completing validated measures with people in the community living with dementia and with their family caregivers. They will also conduct semi-structured interviews with staff and the dementia community.
Duties may include conducting visits with people living with dementia and their carers (living in the community); liaising with CaLD communities; liaising with colleagues and administrative support.
The applicants for these positions will be bilingual with appropriate cultural and language skills in Chinese (Mandarin or Cantonese).
Please refer to the position descriptions for full details about the role.
As part of the onboarding process all NARI employees are asked to complete a national police check.
To be successful for this role
The ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor degree in a social science and/or health-related field (or working towards this) and have relevant experience including:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Fluency (both written and spoken) in Chinese (Mandarin or Cantonese)
Demonstrated capacity to work independently to complete tasks and work collaboratively as part of a team
Demonstrated capacity to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
Demonstrated competence with Microsoft Office suite
Experience using Microsoft Teams and Zoom
Eligibility
Applications for this position are open to Australian/New Zealand Citizens Australian Permanent Residents or you must either hold or be able to obtain a valid working visa for the duration of the specified term.
Why work for NARI
Opportunity to work with a leading Medical Research Institute in ageing and aged care
Located in Parkville precinct good public transport and bike path access
Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Supportive team environment and the opportunity to work with dedicated and passionate researchers
How to apply
Applications must include a CV and cover letter with included responses to Selection Criteria.
To view the position description visit the NARI website through the EH Work app or directly to
For enquiries please contact Dr Anna Lane at
Applications close 29 September 2025
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Administrative Skills
- Time Management
- Diplomatic Skills
- Listening Skill
- Languages Fluency
- Organizational Skill
- Pressure Management
- Discipline Skills
- Communication
- Relationship Management
- Client Services
- Flexibility
- IT Skill
- Orderly Condition
- Secretarial Skill
