Job no: 0053861
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Fixed-term for 12 months
Faculty: Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences
Department: Centre for Youth Mental Health
Salary: Level B – $119,231 - $141,581 p.a. plus 17% super

• The Research Fellow will conduct cutting-edge research on predictors and mechanisms of mental disorders in young people, utilising advanced predictive modeling methods.
• Join Orygen, the world's largest youth mental health organisation, and contribute to transformative research impacting the lives of young individuals globally.
• Salary packaging, subsidised health and wellbeing services, fitness and cultural clubs, Myki discounts, and a 25% discount on graduate courses to our staff and their immediate families!

About the Role

The Research Fellow at the Centre for Youth Mental Health will join the Ultra High Risk for Psychosis Research Team, collaborating with Orygen, the world's largest youth mental health organisation. This role focuses on conducting research to identify predictors and mechanisms associated with the onset of mental disorders in young people, utilising clinical and epidemiological datasets and predictive modeling methods. The Research Fellow will generate new research ideas, engage in publications, and seek grant funding to support independent research while being part of a collaborative team dedicated to improving youth mental health outcomes.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Make a leading contribution to the conduct of multidisciplinary studies related to predictors and mechanisms associated with transdiagnostic mental disorder in young people
• Further development of an academic research profile in the areas of youth mental health
• Actively participate at meetings and contribute to planning activities or committee work to build capacity
• Maintain a sound knowledge of current University Policy and Procedures, and reliably follow these or provide compliant advice to others

Who We Are Looking For

The successful candidate will be a highly motivated and enthusiastic researcher with outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, demonstrating a strong commitment to building an academic career in mental health. They will have excellent organisational and project management abilities, along with a proven track record in mentoring students and managing partnerships, all while effectively applying statistical methodologies to achieve research goals collaboratively and independently.

You will also have:

• PhD in neuroscience, psychology, psychiatry, biomedical engineering or related discipline
• Demonstrated ability to supervise or co-supervise and mentor undergraduate, honours and/or PhD students
• Strong evidence of ability and desire to build an academic career trajectory, including track record of publishing in scientific journals and participation in research projects and grants;

For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.

This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

Your New Team – Centre for Youth Mental Health (CYMH)

At the University of Melbourne's Centre for Youth Mental Health (CYMH), we are at the forefront of research, inquiry, and innovation in the field of youth mental health. Our multidisciplinary team, led by Professor Patrick McGorry, is dedicated to making a lasting impact on the lives of young people facing mental health challenges. As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research, access prestigious grants, and work in a collaborative environment that values scientific excellence and practical application.

What We Offer You!

In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses. For more information, check out our benefits page!

About the University of Melbourne

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The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page.

We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact the employee listed on the first page of the Position Description found below, with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request".

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants

We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.

For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring

Join Us!

If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents: 

• Resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience

Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.

Please ensure that you apply through the Apply Now button at the bottom of this advertisement. However, if you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Brett Verity via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.

If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.

Position Description

Applications close: 04 Nov 2024 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Daylight Time