• Implement research and evaluation projects to support our world-leading programs including SunSmart, Quit, LiveLighter and the Food For Health Alliance
• Be part of Australia’s most trusted cancer ‘Not for Profit’ organisation
• Full time, fixed term position
• Hybrid working environment combining working from home and in our new office located at 200 Victoria Parade, East Melbourne

About your environment

Since our establishment in 1936, Cancer Council Victoria has developed an international reputation for our innovative work in cancer research, prevention and support. As an independent, not-for-profit organisation, we play a leading role in reducing the impact of all cancers on all people.

Within the Behavioural Science Division, the Centre for Behavioural Research in Cancer (CBRC) leads applied behavioural research in tobacco control, skin cancer prevention, diet and healthy weight, alcohol harm prevention and cancer screening. CBRC also leads the evaluation of priority cancer prevention and screening programs and services housed within Cancer Council Victoria, including high profile public communication programs such as Quit, SunSmart, LiveLighter and Food For Health Alliance. Our research and programs contribute to Cancer Council Victoria’s designation as a World Health Organization Collaborating Centre for Ultraviolet Radiation.

About your opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Senior Research Officer to join CBRC. Reporting to the SunSmart Research and Evaluation Manager, and working closely with the Senior Research Fellow (Evaluation), you will collaborate closely with the CBRC team and our Prevention Division to:

• Implement research and evaluation projects for CBRC on programs (including SunSmart, Quit, LiveLighter and Food For Health Alliance)
• Design, undertake, interpret and provide advice on multivariate statistical analyses; drawing conclusions and making recommendations to inform programs
• Build, develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

All about you

We are looking for someone with:

• Tertiary degree in psychology, social sciences, public health or related discipline
• Substantial experience in a research or evaluation environment
• Experience managing and coordinating research or evaluation studies, including the demonstrated ability to prioritise effectively to achieve tasks in agreed timeframes
• Understanding of major survey and research design methods and issues in behavioural research or evaluation
• Extensive experience in conducting multivariate statistical analysis using Stata or SPSS and the ability to interpret outputs
• Excellent written communication skills with the ability to write reports and contribute to peer-reviewed manuscripts utilising a strong attention to detail and accuracy

What we can offer you

• Base salary of $81,520 to $91,656 p.a. (dependent on experience, pro rata for part time) plus 11% superannuation
• Salary packaging benefits of $15,900 plus meals/entertainment $2,650 p.a. https://www.accesspay.com.au/employee/what-is-salary-packaging/
• Novated car leasing
• Salary sacrifice
• 17.5% leave loading
• Flexible working arrangements including working from home options to support excellent work-life balance
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development
• Cultural leave of up to 5 days paid
• 12 weeks paid parental leave and up to 12 months unpaid leave
• A comprehensive employee assistance program
• A range of wellness initiatives such as flu vaccination, mental and general well-being support, and discounted health insurance
• The opportunity to make a positive contribution to the prevention of cancer

To apply and for more info

To apply for this opportunity, visit http://www.cancervic.org.au/about/careers/job-opportunities to download a Position Description and upload your Resume and Cover Letter. Ensure that your cover letter addresses the Key Selection Criteria detailed within the Position Description. For more information contact Dr Caja Gilbert, SunSmart Research and Evaluation Manager, at cbrc@cancervic.org.au

Cancer Council will only make contact with applicants that are shortlisted for interview. We are also unable to respond to recruitment agency enquiries.

All offers of employment will be made subject to satisfactory completion of employment checks including evidence of right to work in Australia, a National Police Check and a Working with Children Check (as required). 

Applications close Sunday 28 April 2024 at 11:59pm

Cancer Council Victoria is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Cancer Council Victoria is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, all applicants will be considered for employment. We encourage all people to apply including people who are Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, identify as LGBTIQA+, have a disability, or are part of our culturally and linguistically diverse communities.