Research Fellow/Senior Research FellowThis site uses and shares cookies and similar technologies to personalise your experience, advertise to you and provide content from third-parties as well as analyse our usage. You consent to our use of such technologies by proceeding. You can change your mind or consent choices at any time. Visit our Privacy Statement for further information.# Jobs at UoM## Research Fellow/Senior Research FellowApply: Clinical Sites (Metro & Regional): Part time: Posted Today: End Date: November 11, 2026 (7 days left to apply): JR-018991Role type: Part Time (0.4FTE); Fixed Term until June 2029 Faculty: Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences Department/ School: Department of Medicine; Melbourne Medical School

Salary:
Level B: $124,656
- $148,023 or Level C: $152,695
- $176,065 p.a. pro rata for part-time plus 17% super
* Dedicated chronic disease research fellowship / deepen UniMelb–Austin Health collaboration / pathway to independent funding and clinical research leadership
* Apply now to lead impactful chronic disease research, mentor emerging clinicians and scientists, and shape partnerships across Austin Health.
* Investing in you – 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities. The University of Melbourne We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website. Your next career opportunity You will advance high-impact chronic disease research that directly connects university innovation with Austin Health clinical practice. You will develop your independent research profile through leadership, funding success, supervision and multidisciplinary,



multi-site collaborations. What you will deliver:* Lead or co-lead innovative chronic disease research projects in collaboration with Austin Health and University colleagues.
* Secure competitive research funding as chief or co-investigator, contributing to strategic, team-based grant applications.
* Produce high-quality publications and conference outputs, including lead or senior authorship in peer-reviewed journals.
* Supervise and mentor research higher degree candidates and medical students, fostering excellent research training experiences.
* Build and sustain networks with clinical, industry, community and Indigenous partners to deepen translational research impact.You may be a great fit if you:* Hold a PhD or DMedSci in a biomedical, clinical or health field relevant to chronic disease.
* Maintain a clinical or research appointment based at Austin Hospital or Heidelberg Repatriation Hospital in a relevant discipline.
* Demonstrate a growing national profile in chronic disease research, evidenced by competitive funding and peer-reviewed publications.
* Exhibit solid judgement, initiative and the ability to coordinate complex, multidisciplinary research activities and teams.
* Provide effective supervision and mentoring for research higher degree candidates and medical students in clinical research settings.
* Manage administrative responsibilities, including committees,



reporting and project governance, with excellent written and oral communication. For further information please refer to the attached PD.

What we offer
you

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, including:
* Build future financial security with 17% superannuation
* Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
* Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning
* Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave, cultural leave, and menstruation and menopause leave.
* Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company
* Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program For more information check out our benefits page Your new team – You will join the Department of Medicine, partnering closely with Austin Health to tackle complex chronic diseases. Our team integrates clinicians, scientists and trainees, translating discoveries into better treatments and outcomes for diverse communities. We champion collaboration, compassion, respect, integrity and accountability, and support your development as an independent research leader. Be Yourself The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organ

📌 Research Fellow/Senior Research Fellow (Melbourne)
🏢 The University Of Melbourne
📍 Melbourne