Research Officer (Caulfield)

The Opportunity The Centre for Health Economics is seeking a Research Officer to join the Patient-Centred Evaluation (PACE) of health technologies research program. The role provides high-quality research and administrative support across a range of activities, including coordinating surveys, focus groups and interviews, recruiting participants, managing data across sub-studies, and supporting the delivery of program outcomes. The position operates within established research protocols and compliance requirements to ensure a safe and well-managed research environment. Working within a co-designed, cross-disciplinary program, the Research Officer will collaborate with decision-makers, patient representatives, researchers and health economists across multiple Australian universities and organisations. The role also involves preparing research documentation, maintaining compliance with relevant standards, and contributing to continuous improvement, with opportunities to further develop research skills and support the dissemination of research outputs. As the successful candidate, you will bring a relevant degree with subsequent experience, or an equivalent combination of education and expertise, along with solid analytical, technical and research skills. You will be highly organised, with the ability to manage competing priorities, coordinate projects through to completion, and work both independently and collaboratively while exercising sound judgement and initiative. You will have demonstrated experience coordinating surveys, focus groups and interviews, recruiting participants for qualitative and quantitative studies, and managing research data. A strong understanding of research protocols, ethics, confidentiality and compliance is essential, along with highly developed communication skills and the ability to engage effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders. Experience with research technologies and systems, and knowledge of health technology assessment processes, will be highly regarded. About Monash University At Monash, work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, from contributing to something ground breaking – a place where excellent things happen. We value difference and diversity, and welcome and celebrate everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. That’s why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed. Some 20,000 staff work for Monash around the world. We have 95,000 students, four Australian campuses, and campuses in Malaysia and Indonesia. We also have a major presence in India and China, and a significant centre and research foundation in Italy. In our short history, we have skyrocketed through global university rankings and established ourselves consistently among the world's best tertiary institutions. We rank in the world’s top-50 universities in rankings including the QS World University Rankings 2026. Learn more about Monash. Today, we have the momentum to create the future we need for generations to come. Accelerate your change here. Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents. To Apply For instructions on how to apply, please refer to 'How to apply for Monash Jobs'. Your application must address the Key Selection Criteria. Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments, please contact us at in an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments Request' for a confidential discussion. Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University. Enquiries: Associate Professor Duncan Mortimer, Centre for Health Economics, +61 3 9905 0735 Position Description: Research Officer Applications Close: Wednesday 27th of May 2026, 11:55pm AEST Supporting a diverse workforce Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3qkjds