Research Officer (Health Manager Lvl 1) - SWSLHD Safeguards/ICAMHS - Perm/Temp PT

Requisition ID: REQ684570

Employment Type: Temporary or Permanent Part Time, minimum 24 hours per week with a potential of an increase to Full Time

Remuneration: Health Manager Level 1: $46.05 - $61.27 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Location: SWSLHD District Wide Service

Applications close: 06/09/2026

Contact: Dr Rajeev Jairam on rajeev.jairam@health.nsw.gov.au|0439 662 670

Please note: A current influenza (flu) vaccination is a mandatory requirement for appointment to this position.

With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.

Achieve Something Great

Are you passionate about research that makes a real difference to the lives of children, young people and their families?

Join the Safeguards and the broader Infant, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (ICAMHS) team at South Western Sydney Local Health District and play a key role in supporting research that informs, improves and transforms mental health care across the district.

Based at our Ingleburn office, you'll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across Bankstown, Liverpool and Macarthur/ Wingecarrabiee, coordinating research activities, supporting projects and contributing to evidence-based service improvement. This opportunity offers flexibility, with working days negotiable for the successful candidate.

Are You the Right Fit?

We're looking for a motivated and organised research professional who enjoys working collaboratively and turning data into meaningful insights. You'll be confident managing multiple priorities, have excellent communication skills and be passionate about improving health outcomes through high-quality research.

You'll thrive in this role if you have experience coordinating research projects, analysing and interpreting data, building strong relationships with stakeholders and working independently while contributing to a supportive, multidisciplinary team. An interest in perinatal, infant, child and adolescent mental health and service improvement will be highly regarded.

Selection Criteria

To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.

Appropriate tertiary qualifications in health and demonstrated post qualification clinical research experience in child and adolescent mental health and/or related health services research, evidenced through relevant peer-reviewed publications in academic journals.Describe a research project you have contributed to within a health or mental health setting. In your response, outline your role in the project, including your involvement in activities such as literature reviews, data collection, comprehensive data analysis, end to end ethics process, grant applications, report writing, presentations and/or publications. Explain how your work contributed to the project's outcomes and the skills you used to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.This role requires working collaboratively with clinicians, researchers, external stakeholders and research participants who may be consumers and carers of the health service; all of these to support research that improves child and adolescent mental health services. Provide an example of a time you built effective working relationships to achieve a research or service improvement outcome. In your response, describe how you communicated with all relevant stakeholders, managed all aspects of project requirements, ensured accuracy and attention to detail, and used technology or data to support the successful delivery of the project.Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.

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Position InformationApplicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.How to ApplyRead our application guide and tips for improving your application. Diversity, Culture & InclusionWe are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact SWSLHDJobs@health.nsw.gov.auWe value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.Aboriginal WorkforceFor Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact SWSLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.
More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?

Financial Perks12% superannuationSalary packaging and novated leasing via Smart SalaryAnnual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)One extra day off each month for full-time employeesWork-Life BalanceFlexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)Paid maternity and parental leaveGenerous leave options like long service and carers leaveGrow Your CareerAccess to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.Health & WellbeingDiscounted gym membership through Fitness PassportFree and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance
Additional Information

Vaccination Requirements All staff must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting.Child Safe EmploymentSouth Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.Temporary PositionsFor fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.