Research Assistant, Strep A & ARF Therapeutics

The Opportunity

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Research Assistant to join our Strep A & ARF Therapeutics Team. In this role, you will play an important part in supporting the delivery of the SCIP Syphilis project, working closely with the Team Lead, Program Manager and Indigenous co-lead. Your responsibilities will span research coordination, protocol and ethics preparation, community engagement, and administrative support across the broader program.

Your Duties

Your duties will include, but not be limited to :

• Develop and maintain the project’s REDCap database and assist with research documentation.
• Contribute to the preparation of study protocols, ethics submissions and project materials in line with GCP guidelines.
• Support culturally secure, co-designed community engagement activities across WA (including occasional remote travel).
• Contribute to grant reporting and publications.
• Assist with project administration such as meeting coordination, procurement, reporting and stakeholder communication.
• Provide support to additional Strep A & ARF Therapeutics research projects as required.

Based at our Nedlands Office, this is a 12-month contract on a full-time basis (0.8 FTE will be considered for the right candidate).

About You

You will be someone who brings initiative, strong organisational skills and a collaborative mindset. You enjoy working with diverse communities and stakeholders and take pride in producing high-quality research outputs.

To be successful in the role, you will bring the following :

Desirable :

At The Kids Research Institute Australia, we are committed to building a workplace culture that reflects the communities we serve. We actively recruit, support and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ people, people of all ages, and those with diverse lived experiences. We also provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

If you meet many, but not all, of the role requirements, we encourage you to apply. We also welcome you to mention any career breaks in your cover letter to help us understand your journey.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Alongside Our Inclusive Culture, You’ll Enjoy

How to Apply

If this role feels like the right fit and an exciting new opportunity for you, please click on “Apply Now” to visit our Career Site, view the Job Description, and submit your application.

Please include a cover letter (no more than 2 pages) that specifically addresses the skills and experience outlined in the “About You” section.

Applications will only be accepted through our career portal. If you are experiencing technical difficulties or require reasonable accommodations in completing your application, please contact .

Click here for the Job Description.

Contact Name : Elizabeth Eadie-Mirams

Contact Email :

Closing Date : 20 / 11 / 2025 - We reserve the right to hire prior to the closing date.

The Kids Research Institute Australia is committed to being champions of gender equity, diversity, and inclusivity. We actively encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures, including : Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities and people living with disability. As such we are a proud Bronze award recipient of the first Australian Athena Swan Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) pilot program.

We acknowledge that when working in environments which contribute to the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal people, it is imperative that Aboriginal people are at the forefront of this work. We have launched the Aboriginal Employment and Career Development Strategy to increase the number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff, students and researchers employed in the Institute who provide guidance and support in our work in Aboriginal health.

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