Research Fellow in Brain Injury Rehabilitation and Implementation Science
Job No.: 683029
Location: Epworth Hospital
Employment Type: Part-time, fraction (0.4) - Full-time (1.0)
Duration: 12-month fixed-term appointment
Remuneration: $83,280 - $113,025 pa Level A (plus 17% employer superannuation) or pro-rata if part-time
- Deliver real-world research impact at a global top 50 university
- Join a collaborative team advancing concussion care through innovation
- Research Fellow role driving consumer-led models in brain injury care
The Opportunity
Join a dynamic research team at the Monash-Epworth Rehabilitation Research Centre (MERRC) working on two major MRFF-funded projects in injury rehabilitation and consumer-centred care. One project evaluates interdisciplinary treatment for adults with persistent post-concussion symptoms, while the other co-designs a model of care with consumers to guide early concussion management in general practice. Both aim to deliver practical solutions that improve outcomes for people with mild traumatic brain injury (TBI).
This position offers the opportunity to contribute across all stages of project delivery, including study coordination, data collection, consumer engagement and evaluation. Responsibilities include conducting clinical interviews and focus groups with patients and clinicians, assessing the feasibility of care models and supporting the analysis and interpretation of both qualitative and quantitative data. The role plays a key part in shaping how concussion care is delivered in primary care and rehabilitation settings across Australia while also contributing to peer-reviewed publications and knowledge translation activities.
We are seeking someone with a relevant qualification in psychology or physiotherapy, with experience in research coordination and implementation science. Strong skills in data analysis, manuscript preparation and stakeholder engagement are essential, along with a demonstrated ability to manage competing demands in a collaborative team environment.
If you are passionate about improving health outcomes and want to make a meaningful impact through research, we encourage you to apply and join us in advancing care for people with brain injuries.
About Monash University
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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 Jennie Ponsford, Jennie.Ponsford@monash.edu or Associate Professor Adam McKay, Adam.McKay@monash.edu
Position Description: Research Fellow
Applications Close: Wednesday 3 September 2025, 11:55pm AEST
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