The Transgender Health Research team at the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute (MCRI) is seeking a Part Time Research Assistant (Lived Experience) to support exciting and meaningful research activities for the Australian Research Consortium for Transgender Youth and Children (ARCTYC).

This is a unique opportunity to contribute your lived experience and voice to a growing body of work that aims to improve the health and wellbeing of trans and gender diverse young people across Australia.

About the role:

As the Research Assistant (Lived Experience), you’ll work alongside a passionate team of researchers—both trans and cis—on a range of projects, primarily focusing on comparing different models of gender-affirming care (Stream 4), with opportunities to support work across all four research streams.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Contributing to ethics applications and participant recruitment
• Supporting and conducting interviews and surveys with trans and gender diverse young people
• Assisting with data analysis and preparing research outputs such as plain language summaries, presentations, and academic articles
• Providing administrative and logistical support
• Bringing a lived perspective to all stages of the research process

About your new team

ARCTYC brings together over 60 researchers, clinicians, and community members across Australia to improve outcomes for trans and gender diverse children and young people. Our four research streams aim to build a national evidence base that supports gender-affirming care.

The Trans Health Research Group at MCRI includes both trans and cis researchers committed to ethical, collaborative research led by lived experience.

What we need from you:

• Aged 18–25
• Lived experience as a trans or gender diverse person
• Currently studying or experienced in a relevant field (e.g. psychology, social work, peer work, health, youth work)
• Confidence in using lived experience to guide meaningful research
• Passion for the health and wellbeing of trans and gender diverse young people
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Reliable, motivated, and able to work independently and collaboratively
• Excellent organisation, time management, and attention to detail
• Respect for privacy, professionalism, and ethical research practice

For full viewing of responsibilities and requirements please refer to the attached position description.

Any specific questions related to this position should be directed to Alessandra Chinsen at [email protected] using the subject line: Research Assistant (Lived Experience) enquiry via EthicalJobs.

What’s in it for you?

• Maximise Your Pay: Benefit from salary packaging, including entertainment and novated leases
• Work alongside a supportive and inclusive team of trans and cis researchers
• Help shape research that reflects and amplifies the voices of trans and gender diverse youth
• Be part of a national initiative driving meaningful change in gender-affirming care
• Access training, mentorship, and professional development opportunities
• Flexible Working Options: Enjoy a variety of flexible work arrangements.
• Join a Reputable Organisation: Take advantage of a unique opportunity to be part of a respected research institute
• Make a Difference: Collaborate with a team passionate about making a positive impact

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.

Join Us!

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people, young people of colour, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and young people with disabilities.

If you believe this role is a good fit for you, please apply by submitting:

• Your resume
• A cover letter addressing the selection criteria

Ensure these documents are combined into a single PDF file.

We welcome individuals of diverse genders, ages, ethnicities, cultural backgrounds, abilities, religions, and sexual orientations in our workplace. We actively encourage talented individuals from all walks of life to apply for our job openings. Our commitment lies in fostering a workplace that is barrier-free and inclusive, aiming to attract the most skilled candidates.

For any questions related to the recruitment process, feel free to reach out to our Recruitment team at [email protected]. Ensure that you include the position number and job title in the subject line. Please refrain from sharing your application to this email address.

Please note, we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

No recruitment agencies please.