Research Assistant, General Medicine ProjectPosted: 28/09/2026Closing Date: 23/10/2026Job Type: Fixed Term ContractLocation: MelbourneJob Category: Research, Writing & Content DevelopmentAbout the RACPThe Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP) connects, represents, and trains physicians and trainee physicians across Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand.
The RACP provides services to support the delivery of training, continuing professional development, and health policy and advocacy to medical health professionals.Our ValuesAccountable | Collaborate | Indigenise and Decolonise | Lead the way | RespectWhy Join Us?
As part of our team, you will be offered a competitive remuneration salary and access to some amazing advantages including a flexible hybrid work model, additional paid leave between Christmas and New Year, paid parental leave, free annual flu vaccinations, career development opportunities, access to our Employee Assistance Program, special corporate discounts and more!
To view all our benefits, visit 3-2-1 Hybrid Working Model3 days from anywhere in Australia or Aotearoa New Zealand per week,2 days from an RACP office location per week,1 of the two days per week in office spent with your team.Job DescriptionAbout the RoleThis position sits within the GenMed Horizons project, a Commonwealth Government-funded initiative focused on strengthening General Medicine training and workforce development across Australia.Working alongside clinical leads, project managers and key stakeholders,



you will support qualitative and quantitative research into the General Medicine workforce, with a particular focus on regional, rural and remote settings.Key accountabilities include:Support the design and delivery of qualitative and quantitative research relating to the General Medicine workforce.Conduct literature reviews and assist with research ethics applications.Develop surveys and other research tools to support data collection and evaluation.Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to support research activities.Contribute to the preparation of research reports, publications and presentations.Support the dissemination of research findings to inform workforce planning and improvements to medical training.This is a fixed term / part time contract until October ****, working ***** hours per week.Desired Skills and ExperienceAbout YouThe successful candidate will have:A qualification in a relevant discipline (e.g. education, health) that includes exposure to qualitative and quantitative research methods, and/or significant relevant experienceProficiency in data management and statistics using applications such as Excel and either SPSS or Power BIBasic proficiency in qualitative analysis using NVivoHigh level written and oral communication skillsStrong interpersonal skillsTact and sensitivity to confidential issuesSound problem solving skillsAbility to prioritise and manage competing deadlinesAbility to work in a collaborative team environment and independentlyIT Capabilities: Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint and video/teleconferencing platforms
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📌 Research Assistant, General Medicine Project (Melbourne)
🏢 The Royal Australasian College of Physicians
📍 Melbourne