Research Assistant, Evidence Synthesis and Research Quality
Job No.: 678861
Location: 553 St Kilda Road, Melbourne
Employment Type: Full-time
Duration: 12-month fixed-term appointment
Remuneration: $83,280 - $113,025 p.a. Level A plus 17% employer superannuation
- Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University
- Join our inclusive, collaborative community
- Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas - and the people who discover them
The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity exists for a Research Assistant to join the Methods in Evidence Synthesis Unit at Monash’s School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine. This role will contribute to innovative research evaluating methods to enhance the quality of systematic reviews of health research.
You’ll primarily work on a high-impact project that supports the creation of an automated tool to evaluate how well systematic reviews adhere to PRISMA 2020 guidelines — an international standard in health research reporting. Your responsibilities will include identifying and annotating systematic review reports, supporting an ongoing trial of an app designed to improve reporting quality of systematic reviews, and collaborating with experts in methodology, biostatistics, and clinical research.
About You
We’re looking for someone with:
- An Honours or higher degree in a relevant field
- Experience in, or strong understanding of, systematic reviews and meta-analysis
- Familiarity with PRISMA 2020 reporting guidelines
- Strong analytical, research, and academic writing skills
- Excellent communication and time management abilities
- A collaborative and proactive mindset
Experience with annotation tools and research databases (e.g. PubMed)will be highly regarded.
Why join us?
- Work with leading researchers and collaborators at the Biostatistics Unit
- Flexible working options including part-time arrangements
- Be part of Monash’s world top-40 ranked health faculty
- Located at the Alfred Hospital precinct in Melbourne – a hub for public health impact
- Opportunity to grow into postgraduate research or academic publishing
About Monash University
At Monash University, we are committed to improving the human condition. Through cutting-edge education and high-impact research, we are training the healthcare leaders of tomorrow and producing evidence that transforms policy and practice. Join one of Australia’s largest and most internationally connected public health schools.
At Monash, work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, from contributing to something groundbreaking – a place where great things happen. We make tangible contributions because our purpose is clear; to deliver positive economic, social and environmental impact in resolving the global challenges of our age.
At the core of achieving this purpose is the diversity of our staff. We welcome and value everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. When you come to work, you can be yourself, be a change-maker and develop your career in exciting ways. This is why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.
Together with our commitment to academic freedom, you will have access to quality research facilities, infrastructure, world-class teaching spaces, and international collaboration opportunities.
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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 hr-recruitment@monash.edu 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 Matthew Page, Matthew.Page@monash.edu
Position Description: Research Assistant
Applications Close: Tuesday 12 August 2025, 11:55pm AEST
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