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  • Research Fellow or Senior Research Fellow, Behavioural Scientist

    Monash University
    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
    Posted 8 days ago
    Lead multidisciplinary research in digital health and behaviour change interventions.
    Contribute to major programs and translate research findings into real-world applications.
    Manage research teams, grant development, and supervise higher degree research students.
  • Research Fellow

    ANU
    Canberra
    Posted 62 days ago
    $121,598 – $137,870
    Lead the development and testing of models to predict the biodiversity impact of plant invasion in changing environments.
    Conduct empirical validation of multi-mechanism models using experimental and observational data, focusing on grassland ecosystems.
    Collaborate with domestic and international partners, communicate research findings through publications, and support student involvement in projects.
  • Research Fellow - Aerosol and spray research

    Monash University
    Melbourne, Victoria
    Posted 22 days ago
    Full-Time
    Join an international team as a Research Fellow focused on inhaled drug delivery and fluid dynamics at a top 50 university.
    Manage advanced aerosol and spray research facilities, oversee data collection, software development, and numerical modelling.
    Contribute to publications, present at conferences, and co-supervise undergraduate students while fostering an inclusive workplace culture.
  • Research Fellow - Robotics (Human-Robot Interaction)

    Monash University
    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
    Posted 13 days ago
    Full-Time
    Conduct independent research in robotics and human-robot interaction to enhance cognition and mobility in ageing populations.
    Manage project activities including study coordination, data collection, and ethics applications while maintaining research governance.
    Prepare and publish research outputs, present at conferences, and assist in grant proposal development and mentoring of research staff.
  • Research Fellow - Pacific Creoles

    ANU
    Canberra, Australian Capital Territory
    Posted 35 days ago
    Full-Time$121,598 – $137,870
    Join a research team focused on developing language resources for Pacific Creole languages.
    Contribute to the creation of automatic language processing tools and a code-switching annotation framework.
    Manage data and project duties while collaborating with international partners in Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands, and Vanuatu.
  • Research Fellow

    ANU
    Canberra, Australian Capital Territory
    Posted 14 days ago
    Full-Time$121,598 – $137,870
    Contribute to research and policy advice focused on Australian aid and global development policy.
    Engage in public outreach and mentoring while collaborating with diverse teams and stakeholders.
    Full-time, continuing position with a salary package of $121,598 - $137,870 plus 17% superannuation.
  • Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Vanadium ore hyperspectral characterisation

    James Cook University
    Townsville, Queensland
    Posted 18 days ago
    Full-Time$80,371 – $107,395
    Conduct research on hyperspectral characterisation of vanadium ore and tailings samples as part of the Resources Technology and Critical Minerals Trailblazer program.
    Collaborate with industry stakeholders and researchers from various disciplines to achieve key research outcomes and milestones.
    Contribute to the growth of the research culture within the College of Science and Engineering and develop a strong research portfolio.
  • Senior Research Fellow

    University of Queensland
    Australia, Australia and New Zealand, Oceania
    Posted 22 days ago
    Full-Time
    Lead and deliver high-quality, externally funded research on the social dimensions of mining and resource transitions.
    Supervise and mentor Higher Degree by Research candidates while fostering collaborations across academia, industry, and government.
    Maintain a strong track record in publications, competitive research funding, and stakeholder engagement in the field of mine closure and social impacts.
  • Research Fellow

    ANU
    Canberra
    Posted 57 days ago
    Part-Time$121,598 – $137,870
    Contribute to the ARC DP26 project through independent and collaborative research, including social survey development and analysis.
    Assist with ethics applications, data organisation, publication preparation, and symposium organisation.
    Hold a PhD in a relevant field with experience in survey research and a demonstrated track record of research and publications.
  • Senior/Principal Research Fellow (Traditional Owner Economic Empowerment)

    The University of Melbourne
    Victoria
    Posted 50 days ago
    Full-Time$152,695 – $202,556
    Lead research and training programs focused on Traditional Owner Economic Empowerment, Treaties, Agreements and Settlements, and Supporting Strong First Nations.
    Position available at Level C (Senior Research Fellow) or Level D (Principal Research Fellow) with a three-year contract based in Parkville, Victoria.
    Encouragement for applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, with a commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
  • Research fellow in control theory and robotics

    The University of Melbourne
    Victoria
    Posted 47 days ago
    Full-Time$110,319 – $114,366
    Conduct independent research on model-guided and data-driven optimisation for control systems.
    Develop and implement optimisation algorithms on physical platforms, ensuring rigorous analysis and documentation.
    Supervise graduate students and contribute to high-impact publications and collaborative projects within a dynamic engineering team.
  • Senior Research Fellow

    ANU
    Canberra
    Posted 71 days ago
    $138,972 – $154,462
    Develop leadership research and curriculum focused on complexity leadership in partnership with industry and government partners.
    Contribute to the sustainability and funding pipeline of the ANU Complexity Leadership Lab.
    Engage in high impact collaborative and cross-disciplinary research to advance the field of complexity leadership.
  • Research Fellow/Senior Research Fellow - Indigenous Health Equity

    The University of Melbourne
    Indigenous Health Equity
    Posted 50 days ago
    Full-Time
    Drive research to improve outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families in a supportive, Aboriginal-led unit.
    Lead mixed-methods research and develop culturally safe tools for health and community service workforces.
    Collaborate with communities and policymakers to influence health equity and produce high-quality publications.
  • Research Fellow

    The University of Melbourne
    Victoria
    Posted 30 days ago
    Full-Time$124,656 – $148,023
    Manage and deliver applied research focused on social equity and inclusive work in collaboration with government, philanthropy, and community partners.
    Conduct evaluations and integrate complex datasets to enhance understanding of Australia's for-purpose sector and its social outcomes.
    Contribute to high-quality academic publications and engage with stakeholders to support co-productive research methodologies.
  • Research Fellow

    Monash University
    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
    Posted 16 days ago
    Contribute to research and evaluation activities within the Trauma-Informed Education and Research (TIER) Impact Lab to improve outcomes for trauma-affected communities.
    Undertake literature reviews, support qualitative and quantitative research, and engage with diverse stakeholders in education, health, and community sectors.
    Demonstrate strong analytical, writing, and interpersonal skills, with a focus on trauma-informed principles and experience in grant development.
  • Research Fellow - Indigenous Urban Health

    University of Queensland
    Indigenous Urban Health
    Posted 64 days ago
    Contract$117,120 – $138,769
    Two full-time fixed-term Research Fellow positions focusing on Indigenous Urban Health, contributing to the Urban First Nations Research program.
    Develop and lead independent research, supervise students, and collaborate with community and academic partners to enhance social and wellbeing outcomes for urban First Nations Peoples.
    Candidates are encouraged to have a PhD and a background in First Nations health, with a track record in research, funding acquisition, and student supervision.
  • Principal Research Fellow - Indigenous Urban Health

    University of Queensland
    Indigenous Urban Health
    Posted 64 days ago
    Full-Time$171,965 – $189,285
    Full-time, fixed-term Principal Research Fellow position focused on Indigenous Urban Health within the Urban First Nations Research program.
    Lead and mentor a high-performing research team, driving an ambitious research agenda that prioritises Indigenous methodologies and community engagement.
    Encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates, aiming to create lasting positive change for urban First Nations communities.
  • Research Fellow in Device Engineering

    The University of Melbourne
    Australia, Australia and New Zealand, Oceania
    Posted 37 days ago
    Full-Time$87,266 – $118,416
    Lead fabrication and testing of advanced photovoltaic devices within a nationally connected research program.
    Collaborate with chemists and engineers to optimise device architectures and investigate novel PV materials.
    Supervise and mentor emerging researchers while developing funding proposals aligned with ultra low-cost solar technologies.
  • Research Fellow in Urban Ecology

    The University of Melbourne
    Victoria
    Posted 15 days ago
    Full-Time$124,656 – $148,023
    Lead innovative research on urban biodiversity in streetscapes as part of an ARC-funded project.
    Collaborate with interdisciplinary partners to influence nature-positive urban policy and practice.
    Supervise students and contribute to teaching and mentoring within the School of Agriculture, Food and Ecosystem Sciences.
  • Research Fellow, Gut Brain Axis

    The University of Melbourne
    Victoria
    Posted 37 days ago
    Full-Time
    Conduct innovative research on neuromodulation of the gut–brain axis using porcine models.
    Design and execute physiological experiments, analyse data, and contribute to high-impact publications.
    Manage animal ethics applications and support training of students and junior researchers in advanced animal physiology techniques.
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