Research Fellow - Mental Health

Job Description

Full-time, fixed-term (until Oct 2026) - with options for part-time job-share Great benefits and work environment Job Reference: 953784 About the Role: The Curtin School of Population Health invites applications for a full-time, fixed-term Research Fellow position until October 2026. We are also open to considering part-time job-share arrangements for suitable candidates.This is an exciting opportunity to be involved in the ROC-funded mental health program, which focuses on the evaluation and implementation of universal and transdiagnostic interventions for mental health and well-being. The interventions include the Method of Levels therapy, the Take Control Course, 4Ds for Dealing with Distress, and MYLO (an artificial therapist). The research will be guided by lived experience, perceptual control theory, and experimental research.The successful candidate will be based at Curtin University's Bentley campus in Perth, where they will work with Professor Warren Mansell to identify funding opportunities, including grant calls and industrial partnerships, as well as develop work plans to meet application deadlines.In this role, you will, but are not limited to: Conducting qualitative and quantitative analysis for ongoing research studies. Liaising with co-investigators and research partners. Preparing and revising manuscripts for publication. Producing and maintaining external-facing dissemination of research outputs and translational applications, including websites, press releases, social media and blogs. Working with the Enable Institute to identify and liaise with diverse consumers, services, community members, and people with lived experience of mental health problems to form steering groups for targeted grant applications. Co-designing opportunities and research contributions and eliciting iterative feedback at each stage of project design. Selection Criteria – who we are looking for: A doctoral qualification in a relevant discipline, such as psychology or behavioural science. Evidence of an understanding of the reciprocal links between theory, research and practice within the social or behaviour sciences. Evidence of proficiency and experience with responsibility for data management, and a range of statistical analyses, and qualitative research methods. Evidence of a record of research outputs/creative works in high-quality referred journals/outlets consistent with the discipline. Evidence of quality and impact of research outputs/creative works including journal ranking, citation indices, patents awarded, reputation and standing of publishing house or other outlets, independent review from distinguished scholars or critics, or equivalent esteem measures as appropriate to the discipline. Demonstrated high level communication and interpersonal skills with a commitment to the development of a collegial and supportive working environment and the ability to interact with students and staff with cross cultural sensitivity. Desirable: An interest in applying research to benefit well-being, mental health or health. Commitment to quality teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate level. Demonstrated ability to supervise HDR students. A history of successful competitive grant applications. Role Requirements: As this is a fixed-term contract, you will require current work rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role. Successful applicants are subject to a National Police Clearance, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction. About Curtin University: We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information, please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page - We Offer You: Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant Bentley campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, bus station, accessible parking and endless food options including a supermarket. Aside from the vibrant campus life, we offer more than just a job. Curtin offers a wide range of generous benefits, including additional leave, salary packaging, health and wellbeing services and an array of discounts for retail, travel and much more. For more information, check out our benefits page!Join Us! If this sounds like your next role, please click APPLY NOW ensuring to attach the following documents: Updated Resume Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience A document addressing the section criteria for the roles If you have any queries in relation to this opportunity or the application process, please contact our careers team on or 08 9266 9000 (option 3,1), quoting the reference number. Please note applications will not be accepted via this email address.Applications close: Tuesday, 25th February 2025. Disclaimer: Please note that there is no standardised time for the closing of adverts on the specified date. Therefore, we recommend submitting your application ahead of this deadline. Late applications will not be considered, and only successful candidates will be contacted.Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time.Curtin reserves the right at its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time. We reserve the right to remove the advert earlier than the date on the advert. #J-18808-Ljbffr