Job Description:Grade 4 Occupational Therapist – Research Lead
Excellent benefits including salary packaging
Fitzroy location
Maternity Leave backfill position until April, 2026 (12 hours per week)
About the RoleYou are an experienced Occupational Therapist with a passion for research excellence and evidence-based practice. You will lead research capacity-building across the Occupational Therapy department, mentor staff and postgraduate students, and drive the translation of research into clinical practice to enhance patient outcomes.Key Responsibilities:
Lead and coordinate research initiatives within the Occupational Therapy department.
Mentor and support staff and students in research skill development.
Identify, apply for, and manage internal and external research grants.
Plan, implement, and evaluate quality improvement activities.
Develop and implement evidence-based clinical guidelines and policies.
Classification for this position is between VG14 - VG17 ($126,079.20 - $138,928.40 per annum pro rata).Your Contribution
Degree in Occupational Therapy and current AHPRA registration.
Master’s or PhD in a relevant area (or working towards).
Minimum 10 years’ relevant post-graduate OT experience, recognised as a clinical expert.
Demonstrated research leadership with a strong publication history.
Current National Criminal History Check, or willingness to obtain.
What we Offer
A focus on wellbeing initiatives, with regular events and programs
Regular opportunities for professional development to assist you to reach your career goals
Culture of continuous improvement
About Occupational Therapy at SVHMThe Occupational Therapy department delivers client-centred, evidence-based services across acute, sub-acute, and community settings. We are committed to excellence in clinical care, education, and research, and work closely with all Allied Health disciplines to achieve the best outcomes for our patients.Working at St Vincent’sSt Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service. We are driven by our values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence, and are proud to serve diverse communities across Melbourne.ApplicationPlease attach your resume and cover letter to your application. Shortlisting will commence immediately, so we encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission, and diversity reflects the community we serve.Closing Date: 20 September 2025 11:59pmReconciliation Action Plan:At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.For further information, visit https or get in contact atCode of Conduct:
