The Opportunity
We’re looking for a passionate and organised Research Officer with a keen interest in active transport and a desire to contribute to meaningful change.
As a key member of the Sustainable Mobility and Safety Research Group at Monash University, you’ll be part of a dynamic, interdisciplinary team tackling some of the most urgent challenges in public health and urban transport. You’ll support impactful research projects – whether it’s coordinating on-the-ground data collection, coordinating ethics submissions and reporting, or engaging with communities and government partners. Your work will directly support innovative projects that aim to improve mobility for all.
About you
You’re someone who’s curious, motivated, proactive and purpose-driven. You thrive in collaborative environments, are highly organised, and are energised by work that has real-world impact. You know how to manage competing deadlines and are confident managing multiple tasks – from planning stakeholder workshops and coordinating data collection, to preparing research reports and ethics submissions – and you take pride in doing it well.
Whether your background is in public health, social science, urban planning or project coordination –what really sets you apart is your willingness to get involved, learn quickly, and contribute to meaningful work.
What you’ll do
- Coordinate the day-to-day delivery of research projects, supporting everything from ethics applications to data collection and stakeholder engagement
- Prepare reports, grant submissions, evidence summaries and communication materials to support research outputs and impact
- Build strong working relationships with researchers, community members, government partners and collaborators to ensure smooth project delivery
- Contribute to knowledge translation activities such as newsletters and stakeholder events
Your background and skills
- A relevant degree and experience supporting research or coordinating projects in public health, transport, social science, urban planning or related fields
- Excellent organisational and communication skills, with the ability to manage competing deadlines and work across multiple priorities
- Strong writing and interpersonal skills, with confidence engaging diverse stakeholders and preparing documentation for various audiences
- A collaborative mindset, high initiative and understanding of research ethics, confidentiality and data management principles
About Monash University
At Monash, work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, from contributing to something groundbreaking – a place where great things happen.
We value difference and diversity, and welcome and celebrate everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. That’s why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.
Join the pursuit of our purpose to build a better future for ourselves and our communities - #ChangeIt with us.
Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents.
To Apply
For instructions on how to apply, please refer to 'How to apply for Monash Jobs'. Your application must address the Key Selection Criteria.
Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments, please contact us at hr-recruitment@monash.edu in an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments Request' for a confidential discussion.
Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.
Enquiries: A/Prof Ben Beck, Head - Sustainable Mobility and Safety Research, ben.beck@monash.edu
Position Description: Position Description
Applications Close: Sunday 17 August 2025 at 11:55pm AEST
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