Research Fellow - Parasitologist
Job No.: 674909
Location: Parkville campus
Employment Type: Full-time
Duration: 12 Months fixed-term appointment
Remuneration: $80,464 - $109,203 pa Level A (plus 17% employer superannuation)
- Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University
- Join our inclusive, collaborative community
- Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas - and the people who discover them
The Opportunity
Monash University is seeking a Level A Research Fellow to join the Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences in Drug Delivery Disposition and Dynamics. This research-only academic position offers the opportunity to contribute to impactful antimalarial drug discovery projects, focusing on the mechanisms of action and resistance of both existing and novel antimalarials. The ultimate goal is to develop innovative strategies to combat malaria.
As a Research Fellow, you will engage in parasitological and pharmacological research, using state-of-the-art mass spectrometry technology to support the research objectives. Your responsibilities will include P. falciparum blood stage cell culture, in vitro drug activity studies, biochemical and analytical approaches to study drug actions, and preparing metabolomics and proteomics samples.
You will also contribute to collaborative research projects, while participating in broader activities within the research group and Faculty. This is an exciting opportunity for researchers looking to develop their expertise in a world-class academic environment.
About Monash University
At Monash, work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, from contributing to something groundbreaking – a place where great things happen.
We value difference and diversity, and welcome and celebrate everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. That’s why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.
Together with our commitment to academic freedom, you will have access to quality research facilities, infrastructure, world-class teaching spaces, and international collaboration opportunities.
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Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents.
To Apply
Monash University invites applications from candidates who can demonstrate valid and current Australian work rights.
For instructions on how to apply, please refer to 'How to apply for Monash Jobs'. Your application must address the Key Selection Criteria.
Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments, please contact us at hr-recruitment@monash.edu in an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments Request' for a confidential discussion.
Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.
Enquiries: Professor Darren Creek, Drug Delivery Disposition and Dynamics +61 3 9903 9249
Position Description: Research Fellow
Applications Close: Monday 10 March 2025, 11:55pm AEDT
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