Research Psychologist

Research Psychologist

• Join impactful research to improve cognitive screening tools
• Collaborate with a dynamic research team and clinical experts
• Hands-on research, cognitive testing, data analysis & publishing

Be part of the Cogscreen trial! Recruit participants, conduct assessments, and collaborate on groundbreaking research in mental health and psychosis.

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time (up to December 2026)
Position Classification: Psychologist
Remuneration: $37.69 - $55.17 per hour
Hours Per Week: 17.5
Location: Westmead Hospital

Where you'll be working
Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD) delivers essential healthcare to key regions, with a commitment to improving health services in Western Sydney and beyond. We uphold core values of collaboration, openness, respect, and empowerment.

• Serving Auburn, Blacktown, The Hills Shire, Holroyd, and Parramatta LGAs
• Provides primary, secondary, and tertiary care across Western Sydney
• Focused on delivering high-quality health services and patient care
• Committed to a vision of better health for the community
• Serves as a hub for healthcare innovation and community well-being
• Based in the Department of Psychiatry

What you'll be doing
The Cogscreen trial aims to compare cognitive screening tools in young people with first episode psychosis. The Research Psychologist role will support trial recruitment and conduct cognitive assessments. In this role you will:

• Assist the Trial Manager with participant recruitment
• Administer cognitive screening tests (SCIP and MoCA)
• Support comprehensive neuropsychological assessments
• Contribute to a multi-site, cross-sectional research study

How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume, and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date. 

Essential Criteria:

• Qualification: Registered Psychologist
• Registration: Current authority to practice as a Psychologist with AHPRA

Selection Criteria:

1. Demonstrated ability to apply research methodologies and quantitative/qualitative data analysis, including working with databases.
2. Experience conducting interviews and administering and scoring cognitive tests such as the SCIP and MoCA.
3. Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills for effective research collaboration and engagement.
4. Well-developed organisation and time management skills.
5. Previous experience demonstrating high level adaptable organisation and flexible management skills.
6. High level of proficiency in the use of standard application software such as the Microsoft Office suite.
7. Holds valid NSW driver’s licence.

Requisition ID: REQ520881
Applications Close: 6th November 2024

Need more information?

• Discover more about the application process.
• Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.  
• Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications.
• For inquiries about the role, contact Anthony Harris on Anthony.Harris@sydney.edu.au / 0408 963 166.

People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations.  For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/

Westmead hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Westmead Hospital. This does not apply for staff with disability.

Please note: A person who is not an Australian citizen or a permanent resident is only eligible for temporary employment for a period not longer than the duration of their current visa or a period not shorter than the duration of the advertised position.