Research Fellow / Senior Research Fellow

Fixed Term, Full time Contract – until 28 February 2030Based in Alice Springs Do you possess strong health systems research skills, with expertise in primary health care?Do you have a passion for meaningful research and translation that seeks to improve the health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander populations in remote locations?If this sounds like you, join our team to help make a difference. The Role:Two new MRFF-funded projects on multidisciplinary primary health care (PHC) in the remote Northern Territory (NT) and nation-wide will support efforts to develop, implement, and sustain innovative models of multidisciplinary team-based care in areas of highest unmet health need in Australia. Supported by the NHMRC Centre of Research Excellence for Strengthening Health Systems in Remote Australia (CRESTRA) and in close partnership with Central Australian Aboriginal Congress (Congress), these projects will engage remote Aboriginal communities, Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services, leading researchers and a national network of PHC stakeholders to improve Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health.We are seeking a Research Fellow or Senior Research Fellow to work with CRESTRA and Congress to successfully deliver these pivotal projects. The incumbent will have access to exceptional opportunities to work with local community and Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service stakeholders in the NT, access research career mentorship, and engage with leading researchers and policymakers nation-wide to shape PHC reform. You will be expected to attend an annual Strategic Think Tank event, network with other postdoctoral researchers across the country and internationally and contribute to national policy papers on multidisciplinary PHC. About you:The successful applicant will ideally be a postdoctoral researcher with clinical and/or postdoctoral qualifications in health or public health, and you will have the ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of audiences, including Aboriginal communities, health practitioners and policymakers.You also:Demonstrate an understanding of a range of research, analytical and evaluation skills, approaches and methodologies, and an aptitude to apply these to public health research and evaluation contexts; andHave an understanding of Aboriginal health and the role of Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services and PHC. At a Level C, applicants will also: Have a proven ability to make significant and original high-quality contributions to research through activities such as quality publications and external grant acquisition that expand knowledge and practice in the discipline. Please see a full list of primary responsibilities and selection criteria in the position description. Why MenziesMenzies is a national leader in research and education that improves health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and populations across our region. As a leader in global and tropical research into life-threatening illnesses, Menzies continues to translate its research into effective partnerships and programs in communities across Australia and the Asia-Pacific region.Menzies is committed to providing a culturally inclusive and supportive work environment, and ensuring our workforce is representative of the people with and whom we work. We seek to amplify Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander voices in all aspects of our work, and we strongly encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply for this position. The Benefits:Base Salary $121,170 - $151,141 per annum (Total remuneration package including superannuation $148,327 - $184,437 per annum).Generous leave provisions including 6 weeks annual leave.Salary packaging up to $15,900 per annum and $2,650 meal and entertainment card tax free.Option to increase Super to 14%. Menzies is committed to diversity and inclusion in our workplace. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their applications, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process. If you have any questions regarding the role, please contact: Alexandra EdelmanResearch and Program Lead - Remote Health Systems and Climate Change CentreEmail: alexandra.edelman@menzies.edu.au How to obtain the Position Description, please visit:Menzies’ careers website: http://careers.menzies.edu.au orPhone: 08 8946 8409 orEmail: Human Resources at humanresources@menzies.edu.au How to Apply:Please click on the ‘Apply’ button to submit your application. Applicants are required to provide the following supporting documents:1. Updated resume2. A statement addressing the selection criteria (No more than 2 pages)3. Any other relevant supporting documentation Closing date: Wednesday 04 June 2025 Position Description AUD Alice Springs 0870

Research Fellow / Senior Research Fellow

Fixed Term, Full time Contract to 28 February 2030
Generous leave provisions including 6 weeks annual leave
Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free

Fixed Term, Full time Contract – until 28 February 2030

Based in Alice Springs

Do you possess strong health systems research skills, with expertise in primary health care?

Do you have a passion for meaningful research and translation that seeks to improve the health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander populations in remote locations?

If this sounds like you, join our team to help make a difference.

The Role:

Two new MRFF-funded projects on multidisciplinary primary health care (PHC) in the remote Northern Territory (NT) and nation-wide will support efforts to develop, implement, and sustain innovative models of multidisciplinary team-based care in areas of highest unmet health need in Australia. Supported by the NHMRC Centre of Research Excellence for Strengthening Health Systems in Remote Australia (CRESTRA) and in close partnership with Central Australian Aboriginal Congress (Congress), these projects will engage remote Aboriginal communities, Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services, leading researchers and a national network of PHC stakeholders to improve Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health.

We are seeking a Research Fellow or Senior Research Fellow to work with CRESTRA and Congress to successfully deliver these pivotal projects. The incumbent will have access to exceptional opportunities to work with local community and Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service stakeholders in the NT, access research career mentorship, and engage with leading researchers and policymakers nation-wide to shape PHC reform.

You will be expected to attend an annual Strategic Think Tank event, network with other postdoctoral researchers across the country and internationally and contribute to national policy papers on multidisciplinary PHC.

About you:

The successful applicant will ideally be a postdoctoral researcher with clinical and/or postdoctoral qualifications in health or public health, and you will have the ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of audiences, including Aboriginal communities, health practitioners and policymakers.

You also:

Demonstrate an understanding of a range of research, analytical and evaluation skills, approaches and methodologies, and an aptitude to apply these to public health research and evaluation contexts; and
Have an understanding of Aboriginal health and the role of Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services and PHC.

At a Level C, applicants will also:

Have a proven ability to make significant and original high-quality contributions to research through activities such as quality publications and external grant acquisition that expand knowledge and practice in the discipline.

Please see a full list of primary responsibilities and selection criteria in the position description.

Why Menzies

Menzies is a national leader in research and education that improves health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and populations across our region. As a leader in global and tropical research into life-threatening illnesses, Menzies continues to translate its research into effective partnerships and programs in communities across Australia and the Asia-Pacific region.

Menzies is committed to providing a culturally inclusive and supportive work environment, and ensuring our workforce is representative of the people with and whom we work. We seek to amplify Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander voices in all aspects of our work, and we strongly encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply for this position.

The Benefits:

Base Salary $121,170 - $151,141 per annum (Total remuneration package including superannuation $148,327 - $184,437 per annum).
Generous leave provisions including 6 weeks annual leave.
Salary packaging up to $15,900 per annum and $2,650 meal and entertainment card tax free.
Option to increase Super to 14%.

Menzies is committed to diversity and inclusion in our workplace. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their applications, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.

If you have any questions regarding the role, please contact:

Alexandra Edelman

Research and Program Lead - Remote Health Systems and Climate Change Centre

Email: alexandra.edelman@menzies.edu.au

How to obtain the Position Description, please visit:

Menzies’ careers website: http://careers.menzies.edu.au or

Phone: 08 8946 8409 or

Email: Human Resources at humanresources@menzies.edu.au

How to Apply:

Please click on the ‘Apply’ button to submit your application.

Applicants are required to provide the following supporting documents:

1. Updated resume