Senior Research Fellow or Associate Professor (Research)

Job No.: 686478

Location: Any Monash Rural Health site (Bendigo, Gippsland or Mildura campus)

Employment Type: Full-time

Duration: Fixed-term appointment until 31 December 2026

Remuneration: $145,740 - $168,049 pa Level C (plus 17% employer superannuation), $175,487 - $193,326 pa Level D (plus 17% employer superannuation)

• Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University
• Join our inclusive and collaborative research community across Monash Rural Health
• Be surrounded by innovative ideas and the people improving national health outcomes

The Opportunity

We are seeking two passionate researchers to join the team as a Senior Research Fellow or Associate Professor (Research) and advance strategic rural health research in workforce recruitment and retention, models of care and healthy populations. These roles involve collaborating with a distributed team of rural health researchers to grow research capacity, attract strategic funding and deliver outcomes that improve health for rural communities nationally and internationally. Both positions will support research an evidence for rural First Nations communities, health services, clinicians, peak bodies and policy stakeholders while contributing to sustainable models of rural practice and training for medicine, nursing and allied health disciplines.

These positions offer an exciting opportunity to lead major research projects, manage research teams and build collaborative partnerships across academic, clinical and policy settings. Successful appointees will help shape the group’s research direction, produce high-quality publications and presentations, and supervise and mentor research staff and postgraduate students. By fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and strengthening links with external partners, these roles ensure research outcomes have meaningful impact for rural health services and communities.

Both roles require a doctoral qualification in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience, with a strong research profile and significant experience leading large research projects or teams. Candidates should have a proven track record of publishing in high-quality international journals, generating research income and supervising honours and postgraduate research. Strong skills in managing research governance and funding, along with a deep understanding of rural health education and workforce issues, including First Nations communities are also  essential. 

If you are motivated to advance research that improves rural health outcomes, we encourage you to apply.

Please indicate your preference for Level C or Level D in your cover letter, as appointments will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Travelling to various University campuses may be part of the position, and possessing a valid driver's license is crucial for performing the responsibilities.

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.

Some 20,000 staff work for Monash around the world. We have 95,000 students, four Australian campuses, and campuses in Malaysia and Indonesia. We also have a major presence in India and China, and a significant centre and research foundation in Italy.

In our short history, we have skyrocketed through global university rankings and established ourselves consistently among the world's best tertiary institutions. We rank in the world’s top-50 universities in rankings including the QS World University Rankings 2026.

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.

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 Belinda O'Sullivan, Director of Research, +61 3 0427 405 030

Position Description: 

Senior Research Fellow

Associate Professor (Research)

Applications Close: Wednesday 26 November 2025, 11:55pm AEDT