Neuropsychologist (Research)

Job Description:

Role title: Neuropsychologist (Research)

Role type: Casual

Role grade: Clinical Psychologist (Level 1-5)

Shift details: Monday - Friday, shifts between 8am - 5:30pm. Likely no more than 2 shifts per week.

Department and location: Centre for Applied Medical Research (AMR), St Vincent’s Public Hospital, Sydney

Salary: $59.59 to $72.64 per hour + Casual Loading + Salary Packaging + Super

Welcome to St Vincent’s Hospital Sydney

Join a team built on a proud legacy of world-class care, true compassion, and deep community roots.

Founded by the Sisters of Charity and powered today by St Vincent’s Health Australia, the Sisters' legacy of compassionate service is our living heartbeat. As Sydney’s premier and iconic inner-city public hospital, we serve the entire population, providing world-class care to all people, including the most vulnerable in our community. Across our renowned precinct, we feature cutting-edge programs and surgery infrastructure, fostering clinical excellence and professional growth.

Located in the vibrant heart of Darlinghurst, we are positioned just minutes from Kings Cross station, with direct, high-frequency bus connections from the east, and seamless links from Gadigal and Museum stations right to our doorstep.

Read on to explore this exciting role and the fantastic perks waiting for you here.

About the role

• Support Neurology research and clinical trials, specialising in Alzheimer’s disease and Mild Cognitive Impairment through neuropsychological assessment, participant case management, data collection and broader research activities

• Conduct protocol-required measures and assessments, ensuring study documentation is accurately completed and maintained across patient medical records, CRFs and electronic data capture systems

• Maintain accurate study documentation in accordance with ICH-GCP standards, and participate in clinical research meetings, quality audits and reviews to support the progress and quality of studies

• Collaborate with Clinical Trial Coordinators, Medical Practitioners, Principal Investigators, Research Office, Clinical Research and Project Managers, Sponsors and other stakeholders to support the delivery of clinical trials and academic research projects

• Support the timely delivery of quality research projects and ongoing professional development, while adhering to the ethical principles of the Australian Psychological Society and Psychology Board of Australia

About you

• Bachelor degree with (Hons) in Psychology and working toward or Completed an Australian Psychological Accreditation Council (APAC) approved Masters or Doctorate Degree in Clinical Neuropsychology

• Current provisional or general registration with the Psychology Board of Australia (PBA)

• Experience in standardised psychological and/or neuropsychological test administration and test interpretation

• Demonstrated database management skills and experience with/understanding of commonly used statistical packages

• Demonstrated high-level verbal and written communication skills and a methodical and meticulous approach to the recording of clinical information

What we can offer you

• Exceptional Rewards: Competitive pay and not-for-profit salary packaging to maximise your income

• World-Class: Be part of a renowned precinct alongside the Garvan & Victor Chang institutes

• Excellence: Premier heart/lung transplant program, advanced robotics, & pioneering HIV/AIDS initiatives

• Cutting-Edge Oncology: Deliver advanced cancer care and trials at the renowned Kinghorn Cancer Centre

• Community: Support vital programs for First Nations, homelessness, mental health, & drug and alcohol care

• Professional Advancement: Accelerate your career with study leave and Curran Foundation scholarships

• Health & Wellbeing: Fitness Passport, discounted private health, & cultural recognitions and celebrations

• Coming from NSW Health?: Smooth transfer of your qualifying service and leave entitlements

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Please note, visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For this role you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or have an Australia visa that grants you the work rights necessary for the role.

Equal opportunity

We celebrate diversity & inclusion and are committed to equal employment opportunity for everyone.

As part of our commitment to reconciliation, we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply and join us in delivering care that heals body, mind, spirit and community.

How to apply

The closing date for applications is 17th September 2026.

Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced.

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting how your interest, skills, and experience align with each of the things listed in the About You section of this job advert. 

Respectfully, this role is not open to recruitment agencies.

Reconciliation 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://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at [email protected]

View Reconciliation Action Plan

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