Research Officer (Mental Health - Innovation Evaluation and Research)

The Role

An opportunity has become available for a Research Officer (Mental Health - Innovation Evaluation and Research) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our -strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.

You will

• Conduct literature reviews, source information, develop research protocols, navigate Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC) and Site Specific Assessment (SSA) processes
• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge in the specialist area including new developments, research and evidenced based practice
• Support the progress of both existing and new evaluation and research projects within MHSS, including those focused on priority areas such has Suicide Prevention, Mental Health crisis care, and Child and Youth.
• Engage with and develop positive working relationships with clinical and administrative staff

About you

To be successful in this position you will require:

• While not mandatory, a Masters or a high research degree would be well regarded
• While not mandatory, evidence of publications in peer reviewed journals would be well regarded
• Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
• Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
• Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)

Benefits

• Flexible work options
• Career Development
• Salary Packaging
• Modern Facilities
• Diverse Work Culture
• Research Opportunities
• 12.75% super
• 17.5% leave loading

Salary

• Temporary part time (38 hrs p.f, 6 months with the possibility of extension)
• Base salary ranging from $54.83 - $59.66 per hour

About Us

The Innovation, Evaluation and Research (IER) Unit at Gold Coast Mental Health and Specialist Services has been funded to bring high level evaluation and research expertise (design, implementation, evaluation and dissemination) to innovation projects, service evaluation and research activities. The IER Unit collaborates closely with service directors, clinicians, and academic partners to support research and evaluation initiatives. The IER Officer position will support relevant research and evaluation projects within the Mental Health and Specialist Services and work closely to support the Heads of Research (Adult and Youth) and IER Coordinator.

About Gold Coast Health

• Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
• Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
• More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
• Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
• Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
• A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
• Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong

How to Apply

Click APPLY to submit your application by Monday, 16 February 2026

Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.

Job Ad reference: GC675094

Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.