• $102,253 per annum full-time equivalent + up to 17% Superannuation
• Part-Time, 1 day per week
• Fixed-term until 31 December 2026
• Heidelberg/Hybrid Location

About The Role
The Florey Institute is seeking a compassionate and organised person with a background in allied health to provide communication support for young stroke survivors. This part-time role is ideal for someone from a clinical discipline, particularly in speech pathology, and a passion for working with young stroke survivors in supporting the needs of the Young Stroke Service (YSS).

What You'll Do

• Provide tailored communication support to young stroke survivors
• Conduct structured interviews (phone, online, or face-to-face)
• Record and manage data using secure systems
• Implement communication supports in alignment with the YSS Communication guidelines.
• Assist clinical staff in developing communication strategies
• Support YSS communication-focused activities and maintain accurate records

What You Bring
Essential:

•    Bachelor’s degree in an Allied Health or clinical discipline
•    Excellent communication and teamwork skills
•    Strong organisational and data management abilities

Desirable:

•    Bachelor of Speech Pathology or equivalent
•    Experience conducting qualitative interviews
•    Experience in interacting with people with lived experience of stroke

How to Apply

If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with a Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience and your Resume. Please note that you are not required to respond to the criteria in the Position Description.

Applications are to be submitted by 5pm on Wednesday 15 October 2025. 

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia. The preferred applicant for this job will be asked to consent to a police check.

Working at the Florey:

With a 50-year history, the Florey is the largest brain research centre in the Southern Hemisphere, with teams of researchers dedicated to building knowledge on a range of neurological and psychiatric conditions.  https://florey.edu.au/our-research/impact/

Our reputation for innovative research and our position as the leading brain research institute in the Southern Hemisphere attracts the best and brightest.

The Florey is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, being a parent or having caring responsibilities.

We also provide flexible leave entitlements including purchased leave, gender affirmation leave, ceremonial leave along with additional non-gazetted Florey holidays.

Learn more about working at the Florey at https://florey.edu.au/careers-and-study/working-at-the-florey/

For enquiries, please contact our People and Culture Team on employment@florey.edu.au.