Senior Speech Pathologist/ Clinician Researcher – 3D Food Printing Project

About Brightwater

Since 1901, Brightwater has supported people of all ages to live better. Care is at our core. We stand beside clients through change, bringing experience and understanding to the complexities of ageing and disability, including dementia, Huntington’s disease and acquired brain injury.

The Opportunity

Brightwater is seeking a Clinician Researcher to support the Printing an Appetite for Life research study, a collaboration between the Nutrition & Health Research Institute (NHIRI) at Edith Cowan University (ECU) and Brightwater Care Group. This innovative project aims to develop and evaluate 3D-printed texture-modified foods for aged care residents, enhancing both nutrition and dining experiences.

This is an exciting role which will see you embedded in clinical work as a Speech Pathologist within our flagship Residential Aged Care Site based in Brightwater Central Inglewood with a focus on supporting the 3D Food Printing Research Project.

This role is being recruited on a 12-month Fixed Term basis working 2 days per week (30 hours per fortnight)  

Why Join Brightwater

• Take a step as a clinician into an exciting project role alongside our research partners.
• Join a collaborative and values-driven team.
• Salary packaging up to $18,550 annually to reduce tax and boost take-home pay.
• Flexible work arrangements supporting work–life balance.
• BrightwaterPlus discounts at 370+ retailers, including health insurers.
• MyFitnessPassport access to gyms, studios and pools.
• 24/7 medical and mental health support for you and your family.
• Employee referral scheme, paid parental leave and return-to-work bonus.

What you’ll bring  

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• A tertiary qualification in Speech Pathology.
• Eligibility for, or current membership with, Speech Pathology Australia.
• A strong interest in improving nutrition and health outcomes for people requiring texture-modified foods.
• Experience in project coordination, research activities or study management is highly regarded.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• The ability to translate research findings into practical, person-centred outcomes.
• Experience supporting people with complex needs, including dementia, brain injury or cognitive impairment.

Talk to us

If you are a seasoned speech pathologist looking to bring your skills and experience into an exciting research focused role, bring your passion and energy to Brightwater—and shape what is possible in our aged care space.

Click Apply and upload your resume and cover letter outlining your suitability or contact Zach Ooi, on 0429088113 or [email protected] for a confidential discussion.

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