Research Fellow B – 2 positions available

Option of Part Time or Full Time. Fixed Term, 2 years

Salary: $113,418 - $132,011 per annum pro rata

plus employer Superannuation Guarantee (SG) contribution and generous Salary Packaging

About the National Ageing Research Institute (NARI)

The National Ageing Research Institute (NARI) is Australia’s leading independent, non-profit medical research institute dedicated to ageing. Recognised internationally for excellence in translational research, NARI builds evidence to improve health and aged care systems, policies, and practices that promote the health, wellbeing, and quality of life of older people.

Our vision is a world where all older people are respected, included, and have the opportunity to age well. Guided by our core values—Excellence, Collaboration, Inclusion, and Integrity—we work in partnership with the NARI Community Advisory Panel, older people, carers, communities, and stakeholders to ensure our research is relevant, meaningful, and impactful.

NARI’s research spans five key program areas organised within two divisions:

• Research that supports healthy ageing including preventative and early intervention programs
• Research to reduce the morbidity and mortality of conditions associated with ageing.
• Research that enhances paid and unpaid carers' skills, knowledge, confidence, health and well-being, and quality of life.
• Research that improves health and aged care systems, processes and practices.
• Research that addresses societal issues associated with ageing.

About the role

NARI is offering an exciting opportunity for two part-time /full-time Research Fellows to join our dynamic research team. The Research Fellows will carry out duties which include:

• Contribute to and lead research and consultancy projects aligned with NARI’s strategic priorities.
• Develop an independent research stream under one of the five program areas.
• Lead and manage research projects
• Produce high-quality research outputs, including peer-reviewed publications, reports, and presentations.
• Translate research findings into practice and policy
• Present research at national and international conferences, forums, and stakeholder events.
• Engage with NARI’s Community Advisory Panel and support consumer and community involvement in research.
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including community members, aged care providers, policymakers, and academic partners.
• Represent NARI in collaborative networks and contribute to cross-organisational initiatives.
• Contribute to the development and strategic direction of the Division and the Institute.

The Research Fellows will be based within either the Social Gerontology or Clinical Gerontology Division of the Institute depending on their expertise and alignment with NARI’s research priorities.

Please refer to the position description for full details about this role.

To be successful for this role

The ideal candidate will possess a research higher degree in a relevant health, science or social sciences discipline.

We would look favourably upon candidates who have:

• Professional or research experience directly working with older people.
• Experience with research methods relevant to ageing research.
• A record of research achievements in ageing research.
• Demonstrated research success relative to opportunity.

Eligibility

Applicants must be an Australian citizen or have a legal entitlement to work in Australia.

As part of the onboarding process NARI will arrange for new employees to complete a national police check.

Why work for NARI

• Opportunity to work with Australia’s leading independent non-profit medical research institute dedicated to ageing
• Be part of a supportive team of dedicated and passionate researchers
• Extremely generous Salary packaging options
• Located in Parkville precinct, good public transport and bike path access
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Opportunity for hybrid work

How to apply

Applications must include a CV and cover letter, including responses to Selection Criteria.

To view the position description, visit the NARI website http://www.nari.net.au/careers/.

Apply through your chosen employment platform (SEEK, EH Work).

For enquiries, please contact Executive Director Tracy Comans [email protected]

Applications close 5pm Friday 20 June 2025