Research Assistant – BEST Laboratory

Role type: Full Time Fixed Term for two years
Faculty: Medicine Dentistry and Health Science
Department/School: Physiotherapy (Austin Health)
Salary: $85555 - $116094 per annum plus 17% superannuation

• Transform lives through cutting-edge research / Collaborate with top professionals / Shape the future of neuromuscular disease therapies

• Apply now to lead transformative research in sleep and breathing therapies for neuromuscular diseases enhancing patient outcomes.
  

Your next career opportunity:

As a key member of the Breathing Exercise and Sleep Therapies Research team you will have the opportunity to provide innovative solutions for sleep and breathing disorders in neuromuscular diseases. Youll collaborate with leading experts conduct groundbreaking research and contribute to improving the quality of life and care of patients. Your contribution will be pivotal in advancing state-of-the-art therapies within a dynamic and supportive academic environment at the University of Melbourne.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Produce Innovative Research: Conduct assessments with trial participants analyse data and contribute to academic publications.

• Coordinate Study Activities: organise study visits assist with participant recruitment and manage trial documentation.

• Support Team Collaboration: Serve as the point of contact for trial participants and team members fostering a cooperative environment.
  

You may be a great fit if:

You are an enthusiastic allied health professional with a strong research background exceptional interpersonal skills and a passion for advancing care for people living with neuromuscular disease through innovative therapies and collaborative teamwork.

You may also be a great fit if you:

• Have a Bachelor degree in allied health science or health sciences

• Have experience providing services for people living with a disability e.g. in healthcare or clinical research settings.

• Possess strong analytical skills and attention to detail

• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Are experienced in upper limb rehabilitation

• Hold AHPRA registration or are an Accredited Exercise Physiologist
  

Your new team Breathing Exercise and Sleep Therapies (BEST) in Neuromuscular Disease group

In alignment with the University of Melbournes Advancing Melbourne Priority areas of Discovery and Global the BEST teams supportive culture and research excellence nurtures the brightest researchers from diverse backgrounds to discover and innovate with BESTs global network of collaborators. The BEST teams genuine partnerships with patient support organisations and people with lived experience ensures the research has meaningful impact for the community impacted by neuromuscular disease.

Together the team has delivered numerous multi-site national and international clinical intervention trials. They have secured over $42M in Federal State Philanthropic and International competitive funding . Their pioneering work has had both local and global impact informing Australian and international healthcare policy and clinical practice guidelines for respiratory and sleep care. The team provides education and skills training to specialist and community healthcare professionals around Australia ensuring access to quality respiratory and sleep care for people living with neuromuscular disease.

Be Yourself

The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued respected and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity ethnicity sexual orientation disability age being a parent or having caring responsibilities.

The University of Melbourne is committed to fostering a barrier-free and inclusive recruitment process. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates throughout the application and interview stages including accessible document formats and alternative application methods. To discuss your specific requirements please feel free to contact Bec Tuckeror send an email titled Reasonable Adjustments to You can find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments on our Careers website: and Torres Strait Islander Applicants

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Working at the University what you need to know

This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding the case the selected candidate doesnt have a valid Working with Children Check they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

Join Us and unlock your career potential!

Is this the perfect opportunity for you Apply today! Including the following documents:

• Resume

• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience

• The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description)

^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies please go to you have any questions regarding the recruitment process please feel free to contact Corey Menadue via email at ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.

If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.

Applications close: Tuesday 21 October 2025 11:55 PM / Melbourne time zone.

Position Description: PD - RA Best