Level A or Level B Research Fellow, Psychiatry
Job No.: 682764
Location: Monash Medical Centre
Employment Type: Part-time, fraction (0.5)
Duration: 12-month fixed-term appointment
Remuneration:
Pro-rata of $83,280 - $113,025 pa Level A (plus 17% employer superannuation)
Pro-rata of $118,974 - $141,283 pa Level B (plus 17% employer superannuation)
- Research Fellow role advancing refugee mental health in a world top 50 university
- Join a supportive team driving inclusive and collaborative mental health research
- Be part of bold ideas shaping refugee health and the future of global wellbeing
The Opportunity
This is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic research team focused on improving mental health outcomes for asylum seekers and refugees. As a Research Fellow, you will contribute to a diverse and meaningful program of work that includes literature reviews, field research, data analysis and scientific writing. The role also involves preparing ethics applications and presenting research findings at national and international conferences, helping to drive real-world impact.
This position offers the opportunity to help shape future research directions within a collaborative and supportive environment. The Research Fellow will contribute to publications and competitive funding proposals while also guiding junior researchers and supporting student supervision. The role provides valuable opportunities for professional development and cross-sector knowledge exchange.
The ideal candidate will hold a doctoral qualification or possess equivalent research experience in a relevant field, with demonstrated expertise in working with refugee and asylum seeker populations. Strong skills in statistical analysis, manuscript preparation and the use of software such as SPSS, Stata, R or Python are also essential.
This is a rare opportunity to build a meaningful research portfolio in a high-impact area—apply now to be part of this important work.
Please state your preference for Level A or Level B in your cover letter as the successful applicant will be appointed commensurate with qualifications and relevant experience.
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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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
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 Suresh Sundram, Suresh.Sundram@monash.edu
Position Description:
Level A Research Fellow
Level B Research Fellow
Applications Close: Sunday 10 August 2025, 11:55pm AEST
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