Job Description
Emergency Medicine Biostatistician
Req ID:  7489
Posting Start Date:  18/06/2026
Advertisement End Date:  02/07/2026
Work Location:  The RMH Parkville (City campus)

Work alongside nationally recognised emergency medicine researchers at The Royal Melbourne Hospital, one of Australia’s leading public healthcare providers!
Job Description: 

Emergency Medicine Biostatistician

 

Why Join RMH?

 

  • Work alongside nationally recognised emergency medicine researchers
  • Contribute to research that directly improves patient care
  • Access opportunities for publication, collaboration and professional development

 

About the Role

 

We are seeking a talented and motivated Biostatistician to join our Emergency Department Research Team.

 

Working closely with the Director of Emergency Medical Research, Research Coordinator, research nurses and clinician researchers, you will provide expert statistical support across a broad range of observational studies, clinical trials and quality improvement projects.

 

Key Accountabilities

 

  • Collaborate with clinician researchers to develop study protocols and research methodologies
  • Design and write statistical analysis plans
  • Perform data cleaning, management and statistical analyses
  • Generate high-quality tables, figures and graphical outputs for presentations and publications
  • Contribute to manuscripts submitted to peer-reviewed journals
  • Support the delivery of ethically conducted high-quality clinical research
  • Work across a diverse portfolio of emergency medicine and trauma research projects.

 

About You

 

  • A PhD in Biostatistics
  • Advanced statistical computing skills using R and/or Stata
  • Experience collaborating with clinician researchers, ideally within clinical trials or emergency medicine research
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to work independently
  • A commitment to research integrity, quality and continuous improvement

 

Benefits of Working at RMH

 

  • Join a values-based organisation offering great opportunities for career diversity and professional development, including training and research opportunities, as well as access to mentorship and leadership programs.
  • Access to comprehensive health and wellbeing programs, including Employee Assistance and Fitness Passport.
  • Up to $12,000 tax free earnings with salary packaging options.
  • Generous leave entitlements – five weeks annual leave per year (pro-rata for part time), additional monthly paid day off for full time staff.
  • Central Parkville location – onsite car parking options, easily accessible via public transport.

 

Interested?

 

Click Apply to review the full job description and to submit your application, please include a cover letter and resume.

 

Our Commitment

 

We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we work and are committed to a culturally safe environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

 

RMH is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people in line with the Child Safe Standards.

 

As a leader in healthcare, we are dedicated to fostering a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging. We encourage people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply and will provide adjustments to support equitable participation.


Interviews may commence as applications are received. Early applications are encouraged as the role may close once filled.

 
Name and Contact:  Dr Elyssia Bourke, elyssia.bourke3@mh.org.au

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check and satisfactory Working With Children Check.

The RMH is committed to creating a culturally safe environment as a collective responsibility. We draw on our principles of self-determination, equity, accountability, and shared learning to create a culturally responsive health system that challenges how we strive for continuous quality improvement to meet the expectations of the communities and patients we serve.

RMH is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people in line with the Child Safe Standards.

As a leader in healthcare, we recognise the need to foster a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging. We encourage people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply, and will provide adjustments to support equitable participation.