" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eResearch Project Manager\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"21610\"\u003e Research \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"21612\"\u003e Parkville, VIC \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"21613\"\u003e Part time, contract \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 26/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eParkville location | Close to public transport + Onsite paid parking\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePart-time contract for 12 months | 0.2 FTE to 0.6 FTE (1 - 3 days per week)\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePurpose-driven role | Work within a key research project\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout Orygen\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e Orygen is Australia\u0026rsquo;s Centre of Excellence in Youth Mental Health and the largest translational research organisation dedicated to youth mental health in the world.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e For over 30 years, Orygen has led groundbreaking early intervention and developed evidence-based models of care to improve the mental health outcomes of young people aged 12-25.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout the job\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e The Project Manager will lead and support the delivery of innovative research and evaluation activities through the Platform for Research and Interventions in youth Mental health and the Environment (PRIME), a partnership between Orygen and the University of Melbourne. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWorking at the intersection of climate change and youth mental health, the role will drive project outcomes, foster key partnerships and contribute to initiatives that improve the wellbeing of young people.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e Reporting to the Head of Climate and Environment Research, you will:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupport the planning, coordination and successful delivery of the PRIME Project, ensuring activities are completed on time and aligned with project objectives.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eContribute to research and evaluation activities, including project development, ethics submissions, data collection, analysis, and reporting.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCoordinate ethics and governance processes, preparing submissions and liaising with relevant committees and stakeholders.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eManage research data and support database administration to ensure the integrity, accuracy and quality of project outcomes.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBuild and maintain strong partnerships with universities, government agencies, community organisations and industry stakeholders to support project implementation and impact.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSkills and experience\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The following criteria must be met for consideration for this position:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDemonstrated experience in project coordination, research, evaluation or implementation within mental health, climate change, youth engagement or a related field.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProven ability to design and deliver research activities, including ethics submissions, data collection, analysis and the translation of evidence into meaningful outcomes.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong administrative and organisational skills, with experience coordinating meetings, maintaining project documentation and supporting governance processes.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExcellent written communication skills, including experience preparing reports, publications, presentations and other scientific or research outputs.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHighly developed stakeholder engagement, communication and relationship management skills, with experience collaborating across multidisciplinary teams and building effective partnerships in the health, research or community sectors.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBenefits\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSalary between $82,000 - $97,000 pro rata commensurate with skills and experience + 12% superannuation and $15,900 in NFP salary packaging + $2,600 meals and entertainment card.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEmbrace the freedom of a hybrid work model, combining remote work with on-site collaboration.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMake a real impact on young people in a dynamic, youth-centered environment.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork in a state-of-the-art facility co-designed with young people to advance youth mental health.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupport Orygen\u0027s mission for youth mental health and contribute to positive social change.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHow to apply\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e If you\u0026rsquo;re ready to make a difference in youth mental health and be part of a collaborative, innovative team, apply now.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e For the full position description, visit\u003cstrong\u003e https://www.orygen.org.au/getmedia/2dc47f00-9ab6-4b1d-b1d9-9bd21dc0cb35/PD-Project-Manager-PRIME-Oct-2026.pdf.aspx\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThis is a part-time (0.2 \u0026ndash; 0.6 FTE, job sharing considered), contract for 12 months. \u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eApplications will close on 1st November 2026 (2pm), unless a suitable candidate is found sooner.\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003eBefore applying at Orygen, it\u0026rsquo;s important to understand that you may encounter sensitive information related to mental health as part of your work. Being aware of this and how it could affect you is essential in deciding if this is the right opportunity for you.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003eOrygen is committed to providing diverse, equitable and inclusive environments for Staff and anyone connected to Orygen. We strive to continue building a culturally safe workplace where our values underpin the way we work and our commitment to First Nations people of Australia, young people and their families, people with disabilities, LGBTIQA+ people and CALD communities. We strongly encourage applications from First Nations people.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003eOrygen is a child-safe organisation and is committed to promoting and protecting the safety and well-being of all young people and embedding safeguarding practices into all our programs and services. All employment appointments are subject to holding a valid working with children check and successful police check.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/em\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"932616\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "