Casual Interviewing Staff

THIS POSITION IS IN THE ACT

We are seeking suitably experienced individuals with a background supporting students in school or classroom settings to join a team administering ongoing epidemiological research study in the ACT. 

You’ll collect student information on wellbeing, physical activity, nutrition, and height & weight measurements — full training provided. The outcomes of this research support long-term monitoring of children’s health and wellbeing and help inform the design of targeted health initiatives for Canberra’s young people. 

The role 

You will work in schools administering student surveys and collecting height and weight data in a professional, respectful, and sensitive manner. 

• Full training provided 
• Height and weight measurements will be taught by a qualified health professional 
• Work conducted across approximately 30 ACT schools 

Key attributes 

• Consistency, accuracy, and attention to detail 
• Strong interpersonal skills and sensitivity when working with children 
• Confidence working in classroom environments 
• Ability to follow standardised research protocols 

Requirements 

• Current Working With Vulnerable People (WWVP) Check (or willingness to obtain) 
• Availability for: 
• Training in March 2026 
• School-based data collection in July–August 2026 

Why join us? 

• Meaningful work that contributes to children’s health and wellbeing 
• Flexible, project-based engagement 
• Opportunity to use your education experience in a research setting 
• Full support and training provided 

If you have experience working with children and are looking to contribute to an impactful research program, we’d love to hear from you.