Title:  Research Assistant

Research Assistant

• Fixed Term, Part Time | 32 hours per week | Work life balance!
• Spectrum Personality Disorder and Complex Trauma Service 
• Based in Richmond | close to cafes, shops and public transport!

Eastern Health

Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services and have a proud history of serving a diverse community.

Our Employee Value Proposition is “Being a part of Eastern Health means belonging to a welcoming team of healthcare experts”.

This statement aligns with our promise to our communities, patients, consumers and staff that we will be HEALTHIER TOGETHER. Bolder than a vision for the future, our promise calls us to action. We know that working together is the only way we can achieve what is necessary for a healthier future.

About the role

Spectrum specialises in personality disorder and complex trauma. Spectrum is a centre of clinical excellence for personality disorder and the statewide specialist personality disorder service for Victoria, funded by the Department of Health and provided by Eastern Health.

Spectrum provides direct clinical care for people with complex and or severe personality disorder, secondary consultations and second opinions for clinicians working with people experiencing complex trauma or personality disorders, and workforce development opportunities. Underpinning these areas are Spectrum’s translational research, innovation and evaluation activities. Spectrum provides leadership and advocacy for appropriate access to evidence-based healthcare and other supports for individuals and their carers living with personality disorder across Australia.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Research Assistant to join our Research and Innovation Team at Spectrum. The successful candidate will work as part of this dynamic team of research and clinical staff to assist with a range of activities leading to the timely completion of translational research projects including treatment evaluation, piloting innovative treatments, collaborative epidemiological and intervention projects, and post-graduate student research. The successful candidate will contribute to research activities undertaken by the team, as well as complete relevant administrative tasks. The successful candidate will work directly with senior researchers/clinicians who will provide guidance, mentoring and training to assist them in performing their role.

About you 

To be successful in this role you will possess:

• A strong interest in personality disorder and/or trauma research and/or previous experience working with people who have complex needs (e.g., mental health, AOD, disability) 
• Quantitative and/or qualitative research skills, such as in the following areas:
  • Contributing to literature reviews, including developing research questions, accurate searching, analysis, and synthesis of the literature
  • Preparation of applications for ethics and governance approval
  • Research project planning, data collection, data entry, data analysis, and report-writing
• High level of attention to detail, including accurate scheduling, data collection and record keeping
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively, both independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team, and to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to achieve project outcomes
• Well-developed interpersonal skills, and verbal and written communication skills  
• Sound time management skills, meeting competing deadlines and delivering high-quality outcomes
• Demonstrated capacity to adhere to ethical guidelines and project protocols
• Analytic skills and an ability to use initiative and exercise sound judgement
• Computing skills, including proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office programs, statistical analysis software packages (e.g. SPSS, Stata), and the Endnote referencing system

Healthcare workers are strongly recommended to follow COVID vaccination recommendations provided in the Australian Immunisation handbook (based on ATAGI advice). Seasonal vaccination against influenza is a mandatory requirement of this role and an offer is conditional on this being up to date prior to employment.

What we offer

Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!

• Mentor and Shadowing program 
• Access to discovery days across our 50 sites 
• Study and professional development leave 
• Friendly & supportive teams
• Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion 
• Fitness Passport for work-life balance 
• Employee Assistance program accessible for you and your loved ones 
• Flexible working hours and excellent entitlements 
• Salary packaging options and an employee benefits scheme 
• Access to Private Health Insurance offers 
• Digital upskilling, such as excel and Power-Bi training 
• Cafes at all of our Hospitals 

Next Steps

Apply online if you feel we are a good match, you have the skills and qualities to make a difference, and are eligible to work in Australia.

We review all applications when we receive them, and we notify unsuccessful candidates.

If you are shortlisted, we will be in touch to arrange an interview, and you must complete a National Police Check.

Good to know:

• We are an equal opportunity employer and actively promote equality for people of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and for people living with disability – within the communities we serve and our Eastern Health team.
• We provide a culturally safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander employees.
• As a child-safe organisation, we ensure child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our everyday culture.
• Vaccination and screening for immunity to vaccine-preventable disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.
• Advertising may end before the closing date.
• We do not accept recruitment agency application

If you are a current Eastern Health employee please ensure you log in with your internal Eastern Health account to apply for this or other roles.

Please Click Here for the Position Description

Contact Person: A/Professor Jillian Broadbear

Contact Number: 03 8413 8750

Contact Email: jillian.broadbear@easternhealth.org.au

Job Posting End Date: 18th January 2026

Need help submitting your application?

Just contact the Hiring Manager in the advertisement or call the Talent Acquisition Team on (03) 9955 7555 (Option 1) 

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