Research Associate

Job No: GEORGE1015
Location: Sydney

Our mission is to improve the health of millions of people worldwide.  

 

  • Full Time Opportunity
  • Purpose-built location in the Health Translation Hub, Randwick, NSW 
  • Fixed Term Contract ending August, 2029
  • Hybrid working environment (2 days per week in the office)

 

(Pro-Rata) Salary Range of $99,100k Base to $105k Base  (dependent on experience, skills and capabilities) plus 12% Superannuation + Smart Salary Packaging Benefit

 

The Opportunity: 

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Research Associate to support the coordination and delivery of major research projects within our Critical Care Program.  

This role is ideal for someone with experience or a strong interest in critical care research, clinical trials and the outcomes of health research. 

The Critical Care program within The George Institute has established an international reputation for excellence, delivering impactful research spanning large-scale randomised controlled trials, cohort studies and observational research.   

 

 Key Responsibilities and Duties: 

  • Synthesizing literature and contributing to systematic reviews 

  • Report writing 

  • Assist in the preparation of Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC) and Governance submissions 

  • Initiate and conduct research under limited supervision, including surveying and focus groups  

  • Contribute towards building future projects and grant applications  

  • Effectively produce and maintain project data.  

  • Conduct data analysis and prepare data for publications and reporting 

  • Regularly update study tracking tools and systems 

  • Manage effective communication with internal and external study staff and key stakeholders 

  • Adhere to all study protocols and participate in protocol training sessions as required 

  • Adhere to safety policies and study SOPs, as outlined by The George Institute 

  • Adhere to the workplace policies and procedures of individual hospital study sites, as required 

  • Attend study team meetings  

  • Other tasks as directed by the senior investigative team 

  • As we are a global organisation, engage with colleagues and stakeholders in other regions relative to the responsibilities of the role, accommodating global time zones where required, to ensure seamless communication and collaboration. 

 For more information on this role, please see our detailed Position Description Here

Application Requirements:   

In your Cover Letter, please address the 3 essential criteria outlined below:- 

  • Evidence of ability to communicate at a high level (eg. 1st author publication/s) 

  • Ability to lead small teams and work collaboratively on large project with complex operational requirements  

  • Qualitative research skills 

 

Skills, Knowledge and Experience/ Our Successful Candidate  

    • Tertiary qualifications in science or healthcare discipline 

    • Completing PhD or master’s degree 

    • Experience in quantitative and qualitative research methodologies 

    • Strong quantitative research skills 

    • Excellent written language communication skills and ability to draft a wide range of documents 

    • Excellent organisational skills, having the ability to organise, take initiative and follow up independently 

    • Methodical and systematic, with good attention to detail 

    • Proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office suite of products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook and the Internet 

    • Ability to be flexible and adaptable in the face of changing organisational priorities 

    • Ability to work well within a research team and excellent interpersonal skills 

    • Strong focus on quality of work. 

    • Flexibility to work non-standard hours of work for collaboration and contact with global teams based on requirements of the position  

Please visit our website for more on The George: Home | The George Institute for Global Health  

 Applications close Friday 6th March, 2026 

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found  

 The unrestricted right to work in Australia is a requirement for this position. Candidates requiring sponsorship will not be considered. 

 The George Institute for Global Health was established in 1999 with a mission to improve the health of millions of people worldwide, particularly underserved populations, by challenging the status quo and using innovative approaches to prevent and treat the world’s biggest killers: non-communicable diseases and injury. 

With offices in Australia, China, India and the UK, we have over 1000 people with >400 projects in over 60 countries. We focus on the global health challenges that cause the greatest loss of life, the greatest impairment of life quality and the substantial economic burden, particularly in resource-constrained settings.  

What we do 

  • Lead world-class, large-scale clinical trials, epidemiological studies and health systems research to transform treatments and healthcare delivery  

  • Look beyond single diseases, across the life course, to identify patient-centred approaches to care that can be implemented at scale  

  • Develop low-cost, innovative solutions to global unmet needs 

  • Drive our global impact through a program of research, advocacy, thought leadership and disruptive social entrepreneurship  

 For more information about The George Institute, visit www.georgeinstitute.org.  

 Our big and bold mission to improve the health of millions of people worldwide needs a diverse and innovative team to deliver it. So we foster a dynamic, inclusive and flexible workplace where each individual can bring their best selves to work.   

 We value workplace diversity and encourage applications from people living with disability; women; Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people; people who identify as LGBTIQ+; mature-aged people and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.   

 

Your Career at The George Institute 

Not for Profit Salary Packaging:  Receive an industry standard salary in addition to your Base Salary and Superannuation.  You will have access to salary packaging benefits allowing you to use up to $15,900 of your pre-tax income on every day expenses such as rent and groceries.  You will also have an option to package up to $2,650 for meals and entertainment.  Visit www.smartsalary.com.au for more information 

Flexible Working Arrangements:  We are proud of our flexible working arrangements and the set up that suits you best – onsite, hybrid or WFH (dependent on individual role)  

Professional Development Support:  Employee’s of TGI receive $3,000 annual Learning and Development wallet to spend on approved courses to support your professional development  

Employee Wellbeing Focus:  A focus on employee wellbeing including global employee engagement surveys, reward and recognition programs and wellness challenges 

Global Collaboration and Impact:  Be part of a diverse international team working on projects in over 40 countries.  All focused on improving global health outcomes 

Why The George?  

We are committed to attracting, developing, rewarding and retaining the best people in their fields to conduct and support our innovative and highest quality research programs.  

Take advantage of our rewards you may enjoy as part of The George team.   

  • Generous salary packaging benefits increasing your take home pay  

  • Learning and career development opportunities  

  • Extra leave days including extended Christmas break and study leave  

  • YourFlex arrangements e.g. start/finish times, purchase leave, location  

  • A global, diverse, inclusive team committed to making impact  

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