Research Fellow

Job No.: 684246

Location: Clayton campus

Employment Type: Full-time

Duration: 12 month fixed-term appointment

Remuneration: $83,280 - $113,025 p.a. Level A (plus 17% employer superannuation) or $118,974 - $141,283 p.a. Level B (plus 17% employer superannuation) - depending on qualifications and experience

• 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

Are you eager to use data to reduce injuries and create a safer world? Do you thrive in multidisciplinary environments where your analytical expertise will shape impactful research outcomes? The Monash University Accident Research Centre (MUARC) is looking for a dynamic and driven Research Fellow to join our Injury Analysis and Data team.

In this pivotal role, you will contribute to cutting-edge research that informs policy and practice  applying safety science to prevent injuries in areas such as transport, the workplace and the home and community. Working closely with leading experts across MUARC, you’ll apply advanced biostatistical methods to complex datasets, helping uncover insights that improve lives and prevent injury.

As a Research Fellow, you’ll be at the forefront of data-driven discovery, designing analytical approaches, interpreting results, and communicating the findings to stakeholders including government and industry. Your work will span independent and collaborative research projects, with opportunities to publish in peer-reviewed journals, present at conferences, and contribute to grant applications.

We’re looking for someone with:

• A qualification in biostatistics, statistics, econometrics, or equivalent substantial experience.
• Proven ability to analyse large, complex datasets using advanced statistical techniques.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills and a talent for translating data into actionable insights.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving abilities.
• A collaborative mindset and a commitment to research excellence.

This is more than a research role, it’s a chance to be part of a team that’s shaping the future of injury prevention and safety science. If you’re ready to make a real-world impact through rigorous analysis and innovative thinking, we’d love to hear from you.

Please note: The successful applicant to this role will be appointed at either Level A or Level B depending on their qualifications and level of experience in this field

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

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: Dr. Angelo D'Elia, Research Fellow, Accident Research Centre (MUARC), Angelo.DElia@monash.edu or +61 3 9905 1915

Position Description: Research Fellow - Level A and  Research Fellow - Level B

Applications Close: Monday 27th October 2025, 11:55pm AEDT