Senior Research Officer Population Studies

• Part-time (0.8 FTE) appointment on a fixed term basis for 12 months.
• Base salary range: $104243 $115661 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The Raine Study is one of the largest successful prospective cohorts of pregnancy childhood adolescence and adulthood to be carried out anywhere in the world. It is a rich resource for researchers. Our participants (approximately 5000) maintain a keen sense of commitment to the Raine Study. Prospective longitudinal data has been collected at multiple time-points over pregnancy infancy childhood adolescence and adulthood and there are numerous stored biological samples. The Raine Study is a valuable resource for Western Australian national and international researchers. There are established collaborative research networks across a wide variety of disciplines currently more than 150 researchers from 14 broad areas of research are utilising the Raine Study.

About the opportunity

• You will design research write grant submissions ethics applications and research papers.
• Make contributions on the strategic planning of the scientific portfolio within the Raine Study.
• You will assist the Scientific Director and the Science manager with sourcing new funding avenues and take a lead role in completing funding applications and reporting requirements on behalf of the Raine Study.

About you

• Relevant degree qualification in Epidemiology or demonstrated equivalent.
• Substantial experience in health-related research.
• Demonstrated experience of methods relating to epidemiological or cohort studies and public health.
• Demonstrated experience and expertise in complex statistical analyses of health or related data.
• Demonstrated experience of writing grant applications.

Special Requirements

• A current National Police Clearance Certificate.

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To learn more about this opportunity please contact Aggie Bouckley 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 Monday 26th January 2026.

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

Please note: Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted outside of formal channels.

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.

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