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Queensland Health

Research Support Officer

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Location
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Work
Not stated
Employment
Full-time
Level
Not stated
Function
Customer success & support
Pay
From A$96.6K a year
Posted
9 days ago

About the role

About West Moreton Health

West Moreton Health is one of Queensland's most diverse and rapidly evolving health services, delivering health care to over 300,000 people across Ipswich, Boonah, Gatton, Laidley, and Esk.

We provide preventative and primary healthcare services, ambulatory services, acute care, sub-acute care, oral health, mental health and other specialised services, including prison and youth detention health services, and alcohol and other drugs services to the region.

At West Moreton Health, our employees apply our shared values to every aspect of their work. This helps make sure our workplaces are effective, inclusive and empower our employees to reach our goals.

As a Child Safe Organisation, at West Moreton Health:

  • We prioritise children and young people being seen, heard, and safe in every interaction.
  • We create inclusive environments where the voices and needs of children and young people are valued and respected.
  • We believe safeguarding is shared responsibility, upheld by every member of our organisation.

Come and join a connected team of over 6,000 professionals delivering compassionate, community-based care across the West Moreton region.

To read more on what it's like to work for West Moreton Health:

What it's like to work with us | West Moreton Health

About the role

Provides research, evaluation and data support for reporting and project activities. This includes collecting and managing information, undertaking routine analysis, and providing administrative support in line with organisational policies, procedures and relevant requirements.

About you

Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:

  • Experience in supporting research, evaluation and reporting activities including business operations in a complex environment, preferably within a health, education, research or public sector setting.
  • Sound knowledge of research, evaluation, data management, privacy, confidentiality and records management requirements relevant to the role, with the ability to maintain accurate databases, records and related information systems in accordance with legislative and organisational requirements.
  • Experience in collecting, cleansing and analysing quantitative and qualitative data including business operations data using packages such as SPSS, Microsoft Excel, SurveyMonkey, Qualtrics, Power BI and similar software, tools and systems.
  • Ability to support literature reviews and evidence searches, and to prepare clear reports and supporting documentation that effectively summarise findings.
  • Well-developed written communication, interpersonal, organisational and analytical skills, including the ability to build collaborative working relationships with team members and relevant stakeholders, manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail, while demonstrating professionalism, accountability and initiative in supporting team outcomes and evidence-informed practice.

Why choose us

  • Purposeful work that makes a meaningful impact in one of Queensland's fastest-growing regions.
  • Professional development including mentorship, paid study leave, simulation training and research opportunities.
  • Career pathways with support to step into senior roles and leadership.
  • Wellbeing supports including peer networks, flexible work options, EAP and dedicated mental health programs.
  • Competitive benefits including salary packaging and up to 12.75% super.
  • A lifestyle you'll love in a region that blends rural charm, natural beauty and city convenience.

To apply

For further information regarding this role, please download and read the attached Role Description and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume, including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.

Applications to remain current for a period of 12 months and may be used to fill a similar vacancy.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.

Source

Posted by Queensland Health on their own hiring page, smartjobs.qld.gov.au. OptiTalent shows it as published, read 07 Nov 2026 04:13 UTC; the original is the reference.

Contains information from SmartJobs, © State of Queensland, licensed under CC BY 4.0 (CC-BY-4.0)

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