Senior Research Fellow (Clinical Trials Lead)
Job No.: 682821
Location: Clayton campus
Employment Type: Full-time
Duration: 2-year fixed-term appointment
Remuneration: $145,740 - $168,049 pa Level C (plus 17% employer superannuation)
- Lead innovation in psilocybin trials as Senior Research Fellow (Clinical Trials Lead)
- Collaborate with world-class neuroscientists in an inclusive research environment
- Explore bold ideas with a team redefining addiction treatment through science
The Opportunity
Join a leading research team driving clinical innovation in neuroscience and psychedelics-based addiction treatment. As the Senior Research Fellow (Clinical Trials Lead), you will play a key role in shaping and delivering phase 2 clinical trials investigating psilocybin treatment for addictive behaviours. Based within the Computational Neuroscience Laboratory and the Addiction and Impulsivity Research Group , this position offers the opportunity to lead all aspects of trial preparation and execution, including protocol development, psychotherapy coordination, database design and participant engagement strategies.
This position sits within a collaborative team of neuroimagers, modellers, psychedelic-based psychotherapy experts and clinical scientists focused on advancing personalised approaches to addiction treatment. The role will ensure that clinical trials are conducted to the highest scientific and ethical standards, in accordance with SPIRIT and CONSORT guidelines and Good Clinical Practice. The role also contributes to the production of high-quality publications, stakeholder reporting and the development of research capability through mentoring and team support.
We are looking for someone with a doctoral qualification in a relevant discipline and substantial experience in clinical trial coordination—ideally including psychedelic studies—and research in addiction. A strong track record of publications and competitive grant success, along with experience supervising staff and students, is also essential.
If you are driven to contribute to high-impact research that improves lives and thrive in a dynamic interdisciplinary environment, we encourage you to apply and be part of this ambitious and innovative program.
About Monash University
At Monash, work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, from contributing to something ground-breaking – 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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To Apply
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 Adeel Razi, + 61 3 9905 0109 or Adeel.Razi@monash.edu
Position Description: Senior Research Fellow (Clinical Trials Lead)
Applications Close: Tuesday 26 August 2025, 11:55pm AEST
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