Role type:
Full-time; Fixed term for 18 months
Faculty:
Engineering and Information Technology
School:
Electrical, Mechanical and Infrastructure Engineering
Salary:
Level A.5 – A.8 - $106,273 – $118,416 p.a. plus 17% super
In this Research Fellow role, you will drive AI‐based modelling to tackle infectious disease challenges. You will collaborate closely with leading experimental teams at the Doherty Institute and Cumming Global Centre. You will develop robust computational tools that inform vaccines and therapeutics with real‐world health impact.
What you will deliver
Lead AI‐driven computational modelling using viral and immunological datasets to identify and prioritise vaccine and therapeutic targets.
Develop, test and maintain reproducible software tools and workflows for large‐scale infectious disease data analysis.
Collaborate with experimental partners to integrate modelling insights, interpret results and co‐author high‐impact publications and reports.
Contribute to teaching, mentoring and supervision of students and junior researchers in computational and AI modelling.
Seek research funding, build an independent research agenda and actively present findings at national and international forums.
What you may be a great fit if you
Hold a PhD in electrical engineering, computational biology, computer science, physics, statistics, or applied mathematics.
Demonstrate solid expertise in machine learning,



AI or computational modelling applied to health or engineering problems.
Use scientific programming tools such as Python, R or Julia, plus Linux and high‐performance computing platforms.
Work effectively in interdisciplinary teams across engineering, infectious diseases and health sciences, using initiative and sound judgement.
Produce quality research outputs, including peer‐reviewed publications, and communicate complex concepts to diverse audiences.
Contribute to grant proposals and support supervision of students and research assistants.
Benefits
17% superannuation
Flexible work arrangements to support inclusion and well‐being
Career development opportunities, including tailored programmes and learning platforms such as LinkedIn Learning
Progressive leave provisions, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave
Salary packaging and discounted services, including Bupa health insurance and discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company
Health and well‐being services including an Employee Assistance Program
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child‐safe organisation. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. We are committed to a barrier‐free recruitment process and provide adjustments throughout. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.
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📌 Research Fellow In Computational & Ai Modelling (Infectious Diseases) (Melbourne)
🏢 University Of Melbourne
📍 Melbourne