staff at MCRI

Life changing careers. Life saving discoveries.

Our people are at the heart of our innovative, world-class research.

We aim to translate discoveries from our research into effective prevention, early intervention and treatments to make a difference in the lives of children globally.

Our dedicated research support and operations teams focus on improving research resources and services. Together, we aim to create an excellent environment for both clinical and non-clinical researchers to conduct their important work.

Our people are at the heart of our innovative, world-class research.

We aim to translate discoveries from our research into effective prevention, early intervention and treatments to make a difference in the lives of children globally.

Our dedicated...

Our people are at the heart of our innovative, world-class research.

We aim to translate discoveries from our research into effective prevention, early intervention and treatments to make a difference in the lives of children globally.

Our dedicated research support and operations teams focus on improving research resources and services. Together, we aim to create an excellent environment for both clinical and non-clinical researchers to conduct their important work.

Benefits of working at MCRI

We offer a range of rewards and benefits for all employees.

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Salary packaging

Full- and part-time employees have the option to salary package. Salary Packaging is an arrangement that allows you to legally minimise your income tax; this also includes meals and entertainment and novated leases.

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Paid parental leave

We understand the importance of family. To help make growing your family easier, we offer additional Paid Parental Leave to the Australian Government-funded Paid Parental Leave (PPL) Scheme, for eligible full-time and part-time employees.

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Flexible work arrangements

We recognise the need to balance personal and family commitments with work responsibilities. We’re proud to give employees more control over how, when and where work gets done.

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Childcare facilities

MCRI encourages parents of young children to stay or return to the workforce by offering onsite childcare facilities. This safe, child-friendly facility has qualified staff and provides an excellent environment to care for children during working hours.

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Health and wellbeing

We are committed to ensuring the physical and psychological health, safety and wellbeing of our employees and students. Our health and wellbeing strategy highlights this commitment, providing a variety of supports for the needs of our employees and students, such as:

  • Wellbeing support and coaching
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Onsite gym
  • Professional development workshops
  • Additional purchased leave
  • Free annual flu vaccination
  • Secure bike, locker and shower facilities including towels, hairdryers and ironing equipment. Facilities are accessible 24 hours a day, seven days a week, including public holidays.
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Diversity and inclusion

At MCRI, we believe in the inherent advantages that come from a diverse and engaged workforce. We concentrate our efforts on providing a truly inclusive place to work where all staff, regardless of gender, carer status, age, disability, cultural background, religion or sexual orientation are supported to reach their full potential.

Learn more about diversity and inclusion at MCRI

Our values

Our values shape how we behave, treat other people and make decisions with clarity.

We live by our values and support our people to excel. Learn more about how we support a safe and inclusive environment for all people.

Read about our values

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