Organisation/Company UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE Research Field Medical sciences Researcher Profile Leading Researcher (R4) Established Researcher (R3) Application Deadline 13 Sep *********:00 (UTC) Country Australia Type of Contract Other Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No
Offer Description
Role type: Full-time (0.5FTE Professor, 0.5FTE Clinical Specialist), Fixed term for 5 years
Faculty: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences
Department/School: Department of Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Newborn Health, Melbourne Medical School
Clinical Partner: Neonatal Services, The Royal Women's Hospital
Salary: Level E negotiable salary package p.a. plus employer superannuation contributions (17% University of Melbourne appointment; 12% Royal Women's Hospital appointment)
Pivotal clinician-academic leadership role across the Women's and the University of Melbourne / advance world-leading neonatal research, clinical excellence and education / collaborate across Melbourne's leading Parkville Biomedical Precinct
Investing in you – employer superannuation contributions (17% University of Melbourne appointment; 12% the Women's appointment), benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities. The University of Melbourne
The Women's is one of Australia's oldest and most distinguished tertiary hospitals dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of women and newborns, offering specialised services within maternity, neonatal and women's health.
Your next career prospect
This prestigious joint appointment brings together academic leadership within the University of Melbourne with strategic research leadership and specialist clinical expertise at the Women's, one of Australia's leading neonatal services.
As Professor of Neonatology and Consultant Neonatologist – Clinical Academic and Research Lead,



you will lead the growth of internationally recognised neonatal research, strengthen multidisciplinary partnerships and translate discovery into improved outcomes for newborns and families.
Located within Melbourne's globally recognised Parkville Biomedical Precinct, this role provides an exceptional opportunity to collaborate across leading academic, clinical and research organisations to advance newborn health nationally and internationally.
What you will deliver:
Provide strategic leadership across neonatal research, clinical care and education.
Lead internationally recognised research programs that address major challenges in newborn health.
Strengthen research capability through collaboration, funding success and development of futureclinician-scientists.
Drive research translation to improve clinical practice and outcomes for newborns and families.
Build partnerships across the University, the Women's, research organisations and the broader health sector.
Foster a culture of excellence, innovation and multidisciplinary collaboration.
You may be a great fit if you:
Hold a research doctorate, medical degree, Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (or equivalent) and specialist registration in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine.
Demonstrate an internationally recognised record of excellence in neonatal research, supported by an outstanding publication record and clinical impact.
Have sustained success securing competitive, peer-reviewed research funding and building internationally recognised research programs.
Deliver exceptional neonatal clinical care with a strong commitment to family-centred practice and evidence-based medicine.




Lead diverse, multidisciplinary teams while fostering inclusive, psychologically protected environments that promote research excellence, education and innovation.
Build strategic national and international collaborations with universities, hospitals, research institutes, professional bodies and funding organisations.
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment.
For more information, check out our advantages pages:
Advancing Newborn Health Through Partnership
The University of Melbourne and the Women's share a commitment to advancing the health and wellbeing of newborns and families through excellence in research, education, clinical care and innovation. Together, they form a world-leading clinical-academic partnership within Melbourne's internationally recognised Parkville Biomedical Precinct, bringing together leading clinicians, researchers and health professionals to address complex challenges in newborn health. This collaborative environment provides an exceptional platform to advance internationally recognised neonatal research, translate discovery into clinical practice, strengthen multidisciplinary partnerships and deliver meaningful improvements in outcomes for newborns and their families.
Be Yourself
The Women's and the University of Melbourne are Equal Opportunity Employers and child-safe organisations. The diversity of our communities enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb and at the Women's .
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our University of Melbourne Indigenous Employment & Development team at .
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📌 Professor Of Neonatology And Consultant Neonatologist – Clinical Academic And Research Lead (Melbourne)
🏢 Times Higher Education
📍 Melbourne