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Role type: Part Time (0. 6 FTE); Fixed term for 12 months Location: Austin Health Faculty: Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences (MDHS) Department: Department of Medicine, Austin Health Salary: Level B - $124,656 - $148,023 plus 17% super Impact national trans health research / lead analyses of rich TRANSform data / join a supportive, community-engaged team Apply now to shape evidence that improves healthcare, policy and wellbeing for trans and gender diverse communities. Investing in you - 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities. The University of Melbourne We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website. Your next career opportunity In this role, you will lead analyses of the landmark TRANSform cohort and related trans health studies. You will translate complex data into impactful publications, reports and resources that inform care, policy and community wellbeing. What you will deliver: Lead analysis and interpretation of TRANSform cohort data, producing high-quality peer-reviewed manuscripts, reports and presentations. Coordinate research governance activities, including ethics submissions, amendments, reporting obligations and clinical trial registrations where required. Manage research operations, including data collection, database management, data cleaning and rigorous quantitative or qualitative analyses. Collaborate with investigators, community partners and institutional stakeholders, contributing to meetings, coordination and research translation activities. Provide mentorship and guidance to research assistants, students and volunteers, supporting their development and project contributions. You may be a great fit if you: Hold a PhD or equivalent research degree in epidemiology, public health, biostatistics or a related biomedical discipline. Demonstrate a strong record of peer-reviewed publications, including leading first-author manuscripts from analysis to submission. Bring advanced skills in quantitative or qualitative data analysis and confidently use relevant statistical or qualitative software. Excel at coordinating multiple research outputs, governance processes and deadlines within collaborative, multidisciplinary research teams. Demonstrate strong scientific writing, communication and project management skills, with meticulous attention to data integrity and ethics. Value inclusive, community-engaged research and bring experience working with trans and gender diverse communities or lived expertise . For further information please refer to the attached PD. What we offer you! We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including: Build future financial security with 17% superannuation Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program For more information check out our benefits page! Your new team You will join the Trans Health Research Group, a multidisciplinary team within the Department of Medicine , Austin Health . The group leads nationally significant research on gender-affirming care, mental health, wellbeing and healthcare delivery for trans communities. You will collaborate closely with clinicians, statisticians, community partners and policy stakeholders across Austin and Royal Melbourne hospitals. The environment is supportive, research-intensive and strongly values inclusion, lived experience and flexible hybrid working arrangements. Be Yourself The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. The diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb. We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. Learn more about how we su