• Role Type: Full time 12 month contract
• Salary: Competitive Salary + Superannuation + Salary Packaging Benefits

The opportunity:

We invite applications for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow position at the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute, a role dedicated to advancing research and evidence synthesis in global adolescent health.

Key Responsibilities:

• Evidence Synthesis and Data Analysis: Engage in quantitative data analysis and evidence synthesis in collaboration with countries across the Asia Pacific region.
• Support research efforts in a global initiative focussing on Indigenous adolescent health. More details here: The Lancet Article.
• Support / lead with support funding applications to grow research in collaboration with partners across the region and globally.
• Work within the Centre of Research Excellence (CRE) for Driving Global Investment in Adolescent Health, contributing to research and influencing global health policies.

Why adolescent health?

Adolescence is the phase of life stretching between childhood and adulthood. During adolescence, an individual acquires the physical, cognitive, emotional and social capabilities, together with the economic resources that provide the foundation for later life health and wellbeing. Adolescence is a time of unique growth and opportunity. Good health and wellbeing in adolescence brings benefits across the life-course and into the next generation.

What we need from you:

• Early-Career Researcher: You are an enthusiastic, early-career postdoctoral researcher with a strong background in evidence synthesis and quantitative data analysis.
• Global Perspective: You have a keen interest in global health, especially in the context of adolescent health and Indigenous populations.
• Track Record in Research Leadership and/or Knowledge Translation: The candidate should have experience leading research teams, projects, or initiatives, and ideally, should also have a proven ability to translate research findings into practical applications or influence policy.

For full viewing of responsibilities and requirements please refer to the to the position description.

Any specific questions related to this position should be directed to Peter Azzopardi at [email protected], using the subject line: Senior Research Officer enquiry via EthicalJobs.

What’s in it for you?

• Maximise Your Pay: Benefit from salary packaging, including entertainment and novated leases
• Flexible Working Options: Enjoy a variety of flexible work arrangements
• Outstanding Opportunities: Benefit from exceptional career development opportunities tailored for early-career researchers in evidence synthesis and data analysis
• Innovative Environment: Be part of a leading institute renowned for its commitment to improving adolescent health and development globally
• Impactful Work: Contribute to high-impact projects that shape the future of adolescent health policies and practices

Who we are

Murdoch Children’s Research Institute envisions a transformative future for child health. Our institute is a hub of impactful scientific breakthroughs, particularly in early interventions, enhanced diagnosis, prevention, and potential cures. We thrive on collaborative, multidisciplinary problem-solving to address challenging queries in child health. Committed to inclusivity and respect, we foster a positive working environment that values diverse backgrounds and experiences. As a proud member of the Australian Network on Disability and a dedicated supporter of Science Australia Gender Equity (SAGE), we uphold principles of equal opportunity and diverse representation.

This is your chance to be at the forefront of transformative research. Apply now to be part of our dynamic team at Murdoch Children’s Research Institute and drive meaningful change in global adolescent health!

If you believe this role is a good fit for you, please apply by submitting:

• Your resume
• A cover letter addressing the selection criteria (‘what skills you will bring to us’)

Ensure these documents are combined into a single PDF file.

A position description is attached.

We welcome individuals of diverse genders, ages, ethnicities, cultural backgrounds, abilities, religions, and sexual orientations in our workplace. We actively encourage talented individuals from all walks of life to apply for our job openings. Our commitment lies in fostering a workplace that is barrier-free and inclusive, aiming to attract the most skilled candidates.

For any questions related to the recruitment process, feel free to reach out to our Recruitment team at [email protected], using the subject line: Senior Research Officer enquiry via EthicalJobs. Ensure that you include the position number and job title in the subject line. Please refrain from sharing your application to this email address.

Please note, we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

No recruitment agencies please.