Forensic Mental Health Research Officer - TPT 24hpw up to 2 years
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- REQ632117 Requisition #
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- 2 hours ago Post Date
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time, 24 hours per week up to 30 January 2028
Position Classification: Health Mgr Lvl 1
Remuneration: $87,813 - $116,824 + super
Location: Malabar
Requisition ID: REQ632117
Position Title: Forensic Mental Health Research Officer - TPT 24 hpw up to 2 years
Just the place to grow your career and be part of a valued team delivering care where it's needed most!
If you're passionate about delivering healthcare with the greatest impact, then come and join us at Justice Health NSW. Be part of a supportive environment, where you can apply your skills to address complex healthcare needs while broadening your treatment capabilities to maximise patient outcomes.
Justice Health NSW is a challenging yet rewarding place to take your career even further. With industry-leading safety standards, you can focus on doing your best work alongside skilled colleagues while gaining job training to progress your career.
The Role
The role reports to the Senior Research Officer (FMH), with research oversight provided by the Clinical Academic Forensic Psychiatrist & Research Lead (FMH), and has no direct reports. Proven experience in the field of forensic mental health and highly developed interpersonal, communication and analytical skills are required for the role.
Salary & Benefits
Your salary of $87,813 - $116,824 + super and leave loading is just the beginning. You’ll also have access to:
- Access to salary packaging benefits.
- Fitness passport (if you’re eligible)
- Fantastic training & education opportunities available
- Free on-site parking and easy access to public transport
Diversity & Inclusivity
We are an equal-opportunity employer. We employ all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability.
If you need assistance with your application, please do not hesitate to reach out to our recruitment team on JHFMHN-Recruitment@health.nsw.gov.au
Ready to Apply?
The first step is to submit your resume and answers to the following targeted questions:
- Outline your knowledge, skills and experience in forensic mental health research. Please include relevant research outputs (e.g., peer-reviewed publications, technical reports)
Please describe a forensic mental health research project you have worked on involving people with severe mental illness in contact with the justice system. What were some of the challenges, what steps did you take to address these and what were the outcomes achieved?
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Natalia Yee on Natalia.Yee@health.nsw.gov.au
Applications Close: Sunday 25th January 2026, 11:59pm
