Research Officer (Health Manager Level 1)

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time (Minimum 8 hours per week) up to December 2028 with possibility of ongoing employment
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 1
Remuneration: $44.28 - $58.91 per hour + annual leave loading + Superannuation
Location: Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ625692

Sydney Local Health District is one of the fastest growing Local Health Districts in New South Wales. Our facilities and services are world class and our staff are dedicated, innovative and caring

About the Role

Formed in 1882, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital (RPAH) is a major metropolitan tertiary referral hospital and a principal provider of specialist healthcare. It remains one of the nation’s most respected hospitals, with a distinguished history serving the health needs of local, statewide, national and international communities.

The Blum Institute for Mental Health Research is a new, innovative Mental Health Research Institute established as a key strategic goal of the Mental Health Service. Located at the RPA campus the Blum Institute will support collaborative and innovative mental health research, capacity build with our staff and services, and embed a research agenda in our clinical services. Amplifying the Lived Experience voice in research, and creating opportunities for Lived Experience led research is central to the Institutes work.

As a SLHD research service the Blum Institute will sustain and grow collaborative partnerships locally, nationally and internationally to support research activity. This is a rare opportunity to contribute to the development of a landmark Research Institute from its inception and shape the future of mental health research in SLHD.

The Research Officer is an integral member of the research team with responsibilities to assist with, planning, implementation, coordination, data management and reporting of research projects conducted within the unit.

For more information, please view the Position Description

Ideal Candidate

• Health related degree and/or experience in research, clinical trials or relevant experience.
• Demonstrated experience in conducting research in a health service environment.

• Proficiency in a range of computer applications including Microsoft Office, medical electronic databases (e.g. Medline, PubMed, Embase,), REDCap and research software (e.g. SAS, SPSS, EndNote, Nvivo).

Benefits and Perks!

• Paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave loading
• Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging and Novated Leasing. For more information visit SalaryPackagingPlus
• Access to free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education
• Access to confidential EAP counselling for staff and their families

• Because we care about your health: Free annual influenza vaccination, discounted Fitness Passport membership, and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.

For more information about other benefits, please visit SLHD Benefits

This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.

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For enquiries, please contact Anna Wand on 0439 373 057 or email at [email protected]

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Applications Close: 18 March 2026

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