Research Assistant (Sexual and Reproductive Health)

The Opportunity

Join a collaborative research group investigating sexually transmitted infections and the genital microbiota through clinical, laboratory and epidemiological studies. Working alongside researchers from The University of Melbourne, the Burnet Institute and the Doherty Institute, this Research Assistant opportunity will contribute to research that advances understanding in this important area of sexual and reproductive health.

Working with the support of investigators, the position will contribute to clinical study planning and coordination, including protocol development, ethics and governance applications, participant recruitment and follow-up, and data collection and analysis. Responsibilities will also include maintaining databases, monitoring compliance with research protocols and ethical requirements, liaising with research collaborators, preparing reports, manuscripts and presentations, and supporting research administration and staff training.

We are seeking someone with an honours degree in science, biomedical science or an equivalent discipline, or able to demonstrate equivalent experience, with demonstrated analytical, data analysis and scientific writing skills. Strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills are essential. Experience with Microsoft Office, databases and statistical software such as STATA, together with an understanding of confidentiality, privacy and research governance, is also required.

If you are interested in contributing to collaborative clinical and laboratory research and supporting the delivery of high-quality research studies, we encourage you to apply.

Monash University seeks applicants for this opportunity who are able to demonstrate present valid and current Australian work rights.

About Monash University

At Monash, work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, from contributing to something ground breaking – a place where great things happen.

We value difference and diversity. That’s why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.

Some 20,000 staff work for Monash around the world. We have 95,000 students, four Australian campuses, and campuses in Malaysia and Indonesia. We also have a major presence in India and China, and a significant centre and research foundation in Italy.

In our short history, we have skyrocketed through global university rankings and established ourselves consistently among the world's best tertiary institutions. We rank in the world’s top-50 universities in rankings including the QS World University Rankings 2026.

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 [email protected] 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: Professor Catriona Bradshaw, [email protected]

Position Description: Research Assistant

Applications Close: Sunday 22 November 2026, 11:55pm AEDT

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