Research Assistant

Do you have a passion for improving healthcare experiences for First Nations peoples and an interest in research, cultural safety, and communication?

Menzies is looking for a First Nations Research Assistant to support meaningful research and engagement activities with the Communicate Study Partnership.

If this sounds like you, join our team to help make a difference.

The Role:

The successful candidate for this role will support research and project activities aimed at improving communication between healthcare providers and First Nations peoples.

As part of the Communicate Study Partnership, the Research Assistant will help coordinate activities, support data collection and analysis, and assist in the development and implementation of culturally safe communication strategies. Working closely with senior team members, the role plays a critical part in ensuring research is grounded in First Nations perspectives and contributes to improving hospital experiences and outcomes for First Nations peoples.

About you:

As a motivated and collaborative team member, you will bring a passion for improving healthcare experiences for First Nations peoples and a strong interest in intercultural communication and health research.

You will have experience in communication, public health, social sciences, Indigenous studies or a related field, and demonstrated success engaging respectfully with diverse stakeholders, including First Nations communities and healthcare staff.

You also have:

• Relevant qualification or experience in public health, communication, anthropology, Indigenous studies or a related field.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to work respectfully with First Nations communities and health professionals.

• Experience in research support, data collection, or project coordination, whether through work, community projects, or university.

• Ability to work both collaboratively and independently, taking initiative in delivering high-quality outcomes.

• Confidence using Microsoft Office, and a willingness to learn new systems including research or data management tools.

Please see a full list of primary responsibilities and selection criteria in the position description.

Why Menzies

Menzies is a national leader in research and education that improves health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and populations across our region. As a leader in global and tropical research into life-threatening illnesses, Menzies continues to translate its research into effective partnerships and programs in communities across Australia and the Asia-Pacific region.

Menzies is committed to providing a culturally inclusive and supportive work environment, and ensuring our workforce is representative of the people with and whom we work. We seek to amplify Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander voices in all aspects of our work, and we strongly encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply for this position.

he filling of this position is intended to constitute a special/equal opportunity measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 and section 57 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1992 (NT). This position therefore only be open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants.

The benefits:

• Base Salary $79,589.00 per annum (Total remuneration package including superannuation $ 100,802 per annum).

• Generous leave provisions including 6 weeks annual leave.

• Salary packaging up to $15,900 per annum and $2,650 meal and entertainment card tax free.

Menzies is committed to diversity and inclusion in our workplace. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their applications, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.

If you have any questions regarding the role, please contact:

Maddison Sims

Project Manager, The Communicate Study Partnership

Email: maddison.sims@menzies.edu.au

How to obtain the Position Description, please visit:

Menzies careers website: http://careers.menzies.edu.au or

Phone: 08 8946 8457 or

Email: Human Resources at humanresources@menzies.edu.au

How to Apply:

Please click on the ‘Apply button to submit your application.

Applicants are required to provide the following supporting documents:

• Updated resume

• Any other relevant supporting documentation

Closing date: 1 May 2025