Senior Research Fellow

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of clinical trials, cohort studies, and implementation research.
• Drive collaborative research partnerships with clinicians, health services, and policy stakeholders.
• Secure competitive research funding (e.g., NHMRC, MRFF) to support strategic research growth.
• Lead research outputs including high-impact publications, reports, and policy briefs.
• Mentor and supervise researchers while managing multi-site projects, governance, and compliance.

Requirements

• PhD in a relevant health discipline.
• Significant postdoctoral research experience in a comparable field.
• A strong record of securing or contributing to competitive research funding.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams and with diverse stakeholders.
• Proven capacity to lead, mentor, and develop researchers across various career stages.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range with 17% superannuation.
• Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts.
• Generous leave entitlements, including paid parental leave and leave loading.
• Opportunities for internal mobility within a leading university.

About the Company

Griffith University is a values-led institution dedicated to leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. Our School of Nursing and Midwifery focuses on translating evidence into practice to improve health outcomes through innovation, policy, and inclusive leadership.