Research Fellow - Cancer Genomics

Job No.: 695471

Location: Alfred Campus

Employment Type: Full-time

Duration: 2 year fixed-term appointment

Remuneration: $86,195 - $116,981 pa Level A / $123,138 - $146,228 pa Level B (plus 17% employer superannuation) 

• 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

Join Monash University’s Clinical Genomics and Bioinformatics group and contribute to an NHMRC-funded research program using AI-driven genomics to advance precision medicine for brain cancer. As a Research Fellow (Level A or B), you will undertake innovative laboratory and bioinformatic research that supports the translation of cancer genomics into clinical care. Working within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team, you will have the opportunity to build your research profile while contributing to discoveries with real-world impact.

This position will be responsible for conducting high-quality laboratory and bioinformatic research, working both collaboratively and, where appropriate, independently to generate and interpret genomic data. You will contribute to the design and delivery of research projects, prepare publications and conference presentations, and support the development of competitive grant applications. At level B, you may also supervise or mentor research staff and students, contribute to teaching activities aligned with your research, and provide guidance within your area of expertise. The role also includes maintaining research-related administrative responsibilities, participating in academic and departmental activities, and engaging with the broader research community through conferences, seminars and collaborative initiatives.

To be successful in this role you will have recently been awarded a PhD or progressing towards completion of a PhD (Level A); or have a completed doctoral qualification with subsequent research experience (Level B). You will bring a strong background in human cancer genomics, excellent analytical, organisational and communication skills, and experience preparing research publications. You will have expertise, or a strong willingness to develop expertise, in molecular sequencing workflows, genomic data analysis and bioinformatics tools, including programming and high-performance computing. A collaborative approach, sound judgement and a commitment to advancing precision medicine research are essential.

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. 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.

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 background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.

Enquiries: Associate Professor Tu Nguyen-Dumont, Academic Lead of Genomic Medicine and Bioinformatics & Head, Clinical Genomics and Bioinformatics Group, tu.nguyen-dumont@monash.edu 

Position Descriptions: 

Research Fellow - Level A

Research Fellow - Level B

Applications Close: Thursday 16 July 2026, 11:55pm AEST