Research Officer in Melbourne

Research Officer in Melbourne

Melbourne Full-Time On-site
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Research Officer

Job Description

An exciting opportunity is available for a Research Officer to join the Anaemia Research (Pasricha) Laboratory at Australia’s pre-eminent biomedical research institute.

About the Position

The position will support a program of international studies in collaboration with icddr,b in Bangladesh, on themes including nutrition, child development and women’s health.

Selection Criteria

Essential Knowledge and Skills

  • A close understanding of research in both Melbourne and icddr,b in Bangladesh
  • An interest in women’s and children’s health and nutrition
  • A PhD qualification
  • A proven ability to lead complex research studies in the field.

Personal Qualities

  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work constructively within a team environment
  • Excellent attention to detail, ensuring that data, new methods and theories are accurate, of high-quality and accessible to other researchers
  • Ability to manage time effectively and be reliable and approachable

Terms of Appointment

This position is available in a full time capacity . Salary is Research Employee Level A6-8 ($107,194 - 115,059) .

  • Very attractive salary packaging options are available for general living expenses, meal entertainment, novated leasing and more.
  • 12% superannuation payable, plus up to a further 5% after the first 6 months of service via our matching superannuation scheme.

General enquiries can be directed to Sant-Rayn Pasricha - pasricha.s@wehi.edu.au

A position description is available here .

Application Closing Date: 20 November 2026

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Contact Details:

Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research Recruitment Team