The Opportunity
The Early Neurodevelopment and Mental Health team is focused onpreventing childhood mental illness and optimising children's development andwellbeing in the first years of their life. We are interested in understandingand identifying the factors that contribute to difficulties in mental healthand development, as well as developing cost-effective prevention and earlyintervention approaches for addressing developmental needs and promotingresilience.
We now have an exciting opportunity for a casual ResearchAssistant or Research Officer (level dependent on experience) to support our research,through a project on physical activity in young people living with chronichealth conditions.
Key responsibilities
Undertake literature reviews to support projects.
Assist with data collection, data entry and data analysis of results and findings.
Contribute to the translation of research outputs for non-scientific audiences.
Assist in preparing dissemination of research outputs through journal articles, presentations, etc.
Coordinate and support consumer engagement activities.
Based in our offices within Perth Children's Hospital in Nedlands,this casual position will be offered for a 6-month period.
About You
The successful candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree inpsychology, health sciences, exercise science, or other relevant areas of study. You will also demonstrate:
Understanding and experience in undertaking research projects and/or project coordination in a relevant discipline (e.g., psychology, health sciences).
Interest in physical activity and health behaviour change, and chronic and rare disease research.
Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
Analytical, conceptual,



and pragmatic problem-solving skills.
Good time management skills and the ability to work collaboratively.
AtThe Kids Research Institute Australia, we are committed to building a workplaceculture thatreflects the communities we serve. We actively recruitsupport and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanderpeople, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diversecommunities, LGBTQIA+ people, people of all ages, and those with diverse livedexperiences. We also provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitmentprocess and in the workplace, ensuring everyone has the opportunity tothrive.
If you meet many, but not all, of the rolerequirements, we encourage you to apply. We also welcome you to mention anycareer breaks in your cover letter to help us understand your journey.
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is reflected in how we:
Support staff‐led inclusion and allyship groups.
Offer flexible work practices that recognise different needs and life stages.
Provide training, development and mentoring opportunities to increase inclusive leadership and create an environment where all staff can thrive.
Partner with communities to strengthen cultural awareness and belonging.
Ensure adjustments and accessible practices are available for diverse community groups.




We continually strive to measure our progress and improve where we can.
Alongside our inclusive culture, you'll enjoy:
Extra annual leave at Christmas and Easter.
Salary packaging and entertainment benefits.
Health and wellbeing programs with weekly events.
Versatile and hybrid working options.
Recognition and professional development opportunities, including LinkedIn Learning.
Modern offices with sit-to-stand desks and end-of-trip facilities.
Staff discounts on travel, IT, stationery, and access to corporate health insurance.
Contact Name: Hamsini Sivaramakrishnan
Contact Email:
Closing Date: 20/08/2026 - We reserve the right to hire prior to the closing date.
The Kids Research Institute Australia is committed to beingchampions of gender equity, diversity, and inclusivity. We actively encourageapplications 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 thefirst Australian Athena Swan Science in Australia Gender Equity(SAGE)pilot program.
We acknowledge that when working in environments which contribute to the healthand wellbeing of Aboriginal people, it is imperative that Aboriginal people areat the forefront of this work. We have launched the Aboriginal Employment andCareer Development Strategy to increase the number of Aboriginaland Torres Strait Islander staff, students and researchers employed in theInstitute who provide guidance and support in our work in Aboriginal health.
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