UNSW · 2 hours ago
Research Associate- Translational Research, Youth Mental Health
Philadelphia, PA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$114K/yr - $114K/yrUNSW is one of the top 20 universities in the world, focused on meaningful work in a diverse community. The Research Associate will contribute to translational research aimed at improving mental health outcomes for children and young people, managing evaluations of the NSW Ministry of Health Youth Mental Health Initiative.
EducationHigher EducationUniversities
No H1B
Responsibilities
Work within the Population Child Health Clinical Research Group in the School of Clinical Medicine at UNSW
Contribute to translational research that improves the mental health, wellbeing, and development of children and young people
Deliver a mixed-methods evaluation of the NSW Ministry of Health Youth Mental Health Initiative
Support efforts to strengthen the youth mental health system and improve outcomes for young people
Manage all aspects of the evaluation, including effectiveness, implementation, and cost–benefit analysis
Conduct high-quality qualitative and quantitative research
Support ethics and grant processes
Contribute to publications and presentations
Engage with stakeholders through co-design and consultation activities
Qualification
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
The University of New South Wales (UNSW) is one of Australia's leading research and teaching universities.
Founded in 1949
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.52MKey Investors
Australian Economic AcceleratorAustralian Renewable Energy Agency
2025-03-24Grant
2012-03-14Grant· $0.52M
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