Research Officer, Psychology
Job No.: 687707
Location: Clayton campus
Employment Type: Full-time
Duration: 12-months fixed-term appointment
Remuneration: $83,424 - $95,825 pa HEW Level 05 (plus 17% employer superannuation)
- Amplify your impact as a Research Officer advancing high-quality research
- Join our inclusive, collaborative community driving innovative neuroscience projects
- Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas and the people who make them reality
The Opportunity
The Neural Systems and Behaviour Lab is seeking to appoint a Research Officer to support the delivery of high-quality research services and contribute to the advancement of a broad range of projects, strategies and initiatives within the group. The role also provides executive-level administrative and logistical support to the Lab Head, research staff and students, while ensuring effective operational procedures are maintained and the research office operates in a compliant and safe manner.
This position is integral to the successful delivery of the ARC Laureate Fellowship, providing hands-on support for data-intensive research activities. It will contribute to the curation and processing of UK Biobank data and assist in developing an integrated software environment that enables robust analysis across multiple tools. The role also supports data processing for collaborative projects such as the ENIGMA consortium, and contributes to funding and ethics applications as well as the administrative and regulatory functions that underpin high-quality research outcomes.
We are seeking someone with a relevant tertiary qualification, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to meet deadlines with precision. The role also requires strong analytical and technical capabilities, a solid understanding of research and administrative processes and effective project management skills.
If you are looking to join a collaborative research environment and contribute to meaningful scientific outcomes we encourage you to apply and help drive the next stage of our lab’s growth.
About Monash University
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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.
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: Professor Alex Fornito, ARC Laureate Fellow, +61 3 9902 9796
Position Description: Research Officer
Applications Close: Friday 30 January 2026, 11:55pm AEDT
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