Career Opportunities: Network Research Co-ordinator (44216)

Requisition ID44216-Posted04/10/2026-Clinical Sciences-Emergency Research-MCRI-Parkville-Australia-VIC- Job Function (1)

- Drive a leading international paediatric emergency research network through coordination of high-impact meetings, projects, and events.
- Support collaboration for impact via data management, reporting, and grant support.
- Build a connected research community through partnerships, communications, and capability development.

The opportunity:

Join a leading NHMRC-funded paediatric emergency medicine research network as part of the PREDICT CRE, supporting a dynamic international collaboration across multiple centres. This 12-month contract offers the opportunity to coordinate key operations, support CRE activities, and work closely with the PREDICT Executive and network members. Be a part of strengthening collaboration across national and international research teams while helping to communicate and drive the work of the network. You will contribute to building a professional, sustainable, and high-impact research culture supported by strong structure and policy.

This is an exciting opportunity to help shape a growing and evolving research network that delivers meaningful outcomes in paediatric emergency medicine. This position is offered as a 12-month fixed-term contract. Funding for continuation beyond this period is anticipated, and extension will be subject to ongoing funding availability and the outcome of the initial term.

What you’ll do

- Coordinate CRE and PREDICT operations, including Executive, subcommittees, and network meetings and key events
- Support research delivery through data collation,



REDCap database management, and grant/reporting preparation
- Lead communications activities including newsletters, website content, LinkedIn and stakeholder updates across the network
- Facilitate collaboration across national and international research teams and support review of new projects and initiatives
- Contribute to research culture and capacity building through consumer engagement, mentoring, and process improvement

What you’ll bring

- Relevant tertiary qualification (public health, science or related field) with experience in research or project coordination
- Strong project management skills with experience supporting multi-centre research and navigating complex stakeholder environments
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence diverse stakeholders
- Advanced digital capability, including Microsoft Office and experience managing research databases (e.g. REDCap, Excel)
- Demonstrated initiative, sound judgement, and ability to contribute to publications and basic communications or social media activity
- A versatile approach to working with the team

Please view theposition description here .

Any questions? Reach out to Cate Wilson, [email protected].

What you’ll enjoy





- Join a highly respected research institute and play a key role in advancing Australia’s largest child health research network.
- Be part of a dynamic, collaborative team dedicated to making a real difference in paediatric emergency medicine.
- Access attractive salary packaging options, including novated leases and entertainment benefits.
- Benefit from generous leave provisions, including personal leave, purchase leave options, and comprehensive paid parental leave.
- Take advantage of outstanding onsite perks and support, including wellbeing programs, EAP access, discounted café coffee, and convenient transport and parking options.

Who we are

Murdoch Children’s Research Institute envisions a transformative future for child health. Our institute is a hub of impactful scientific breakthroughs, particularly in early interventions, enhanced diagnosis, prevention, and potential cures. We thrive on collaborative, multidisciplinary problem-solving to address challenging queries in child health. Committed to inclusivity and respect, we foster a positive working environment that values diverse backgrounds and experiences. As a proud member of the Australian Network on Disability and a dedicated supporter of Science Australia Gender Equity (SAGE), we uphold principles of equal opportunity and diverse representation.

We are committed to the safety of children and young people and takes a zero-tolerance approach to all forms of child abuse, exploitation and harm. Child safety is prioritised in our decision-making at all levels of the Institute.

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