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UNSW · 3 days ago

Research Associate- Translational Research, Youth Mental Health

positionPhiladelphia, PA
timeFull-time
remoteHybrid
seniorityMid Level
money$114K/yr - $114K/yr

UNSW is a prestigious university in Australia, known for its commitment to meaningful work and community engagement. The Research Associate will focus on translational research in youth mental health, managing evaluations and collaborating with key stakeholders to improve mental health outcomes for young people.

Higher Education

Responsibilities

Contributing to translational research that improves the mental health, wellbeing, and development of children and young people at local, national, and international levels
Delivering a mixed-methods evaluation of the NSW Ministry of Health Youth Mental Health Initiative
Supporting efforts to strengthen the youth mental health system and improve outcomes for young people
Managing all aspects of the evaluation, including effectiveness, implementation, and cost–benefit analysis
Conducting high-quality qualitative and quantitative research
Supporting ethics and grant processes
Contributing to publications and presentations
Engaging with stakeholders through co-design and consultation activities

Qualification

PhD in relevant disciplineMixed methods researchQuantitative analysisResearch with young peopleEthics applicationsGrant submissionsCommitment to research translationHealthSafety knowledgeWritten communicationVerbal communicationOrganisational skillsTeam collaboration

Required

A PhD in a relevant discipline (e.g., public health, psychology, implementation science, youth mental health, or related fields)
Demonstrated experience and competency in mixed methods research, including conducting interviews and focus groups and conducting basic quantitative analysis and interpretation of health-related data
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to produce high-quality academic writing and reports
Strong organisational skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team to meet project deadlines
Commitment to research translation and improving outcomes for vulnerable and priority populations
An understanding of and commitment to UNSW's aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines
Knowledge of health & safety (psychosocial and physical) responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training

Preferred

Experience conducting research with young people, families, or mental health service users is highly desirable
Experience preparing ethics applications and grant submissions is desirable

Benefits

Flexible Working Options (work from home, flexible hours etc)
Career development opportunities
17% Superannuation contributions and additional leave loading payments
10 days paid cultural leave per year
Additional 3 days of leave over Christmas period
Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness)

Company

UNSW

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The University of New South Wales (UNSW) is one of Australia's leading research and teaching universities.
dateFounded in 1949
location
Sydney, New South Wales, AUS
people-size5001-10000 employees
web-link
https://www.unsw.edu.au/

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

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