• Full time, fixed term until 30/06/2030 role
• Parkville location, with multiple public transport options available
• $108,820 - $123,905 (pro-rata for part time) + salary packaging + super + 5 weeks annual leave

The Royal Women's Hospital is one of Australia's oldest and most distinguished tertiary hospitals dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of women and newborns, offering specialised services within maternity, neonatal and women's health. Our goal is to be the best place to work, learn and contribute, and to provide exceptional experiences for our patients and consumers.

About the team

The Royal Women's Hospital is a world-renowned leader in women's health, recognised for both its rich history and ongoing innovation. As one of the oldest and most respected women's hospitals globally, it continues to set benchmarks in the care of women and newborns. Our ten dedicated research centres cover the full breadth of women's and newborn health, driving progress across the field. From pioneering Australia's first IVF birth in 1980 to improving survival rates for premature and critically ill babies, and enhancing outcomes for women with cancer, the Women's remains committed to transforming care for this generation and the next.

About the role

As an Senior Research Scientist will play a pivotal role in advancing reproductive biology and fertility preservation techniques, with a primary focus on ovarian and testicular tissue research. This position will drive innovative research in ovarian tissue transport, in vitro maturation (IVM), testicular tissue biology, and grafting, as well as the development of artificial ovary systems. The Senior Research Scientist will lead projects aimed at refining and optimizing these techniques, contributing to both fundamental scientific knowledge and translational applications in reproductive medicine.

A regular day will see you:

• Provide strategic leadership and foster a collaborative research environment focused on advancing Women's Health

• Engage in professional development activities, membership of campus committees and contribute to/attend internal/external campus meetings and seminars

• Effective training of research support staff where required

• Participate in community and professional activities related to fertility preservation for children across Australia

About you

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You'll bring with you:

• Postdoctoral Research Scientist in a life science with a research background in areas including ovarian, testicular tissue, stem cell biology, In-Vitro Maturation (IVM) or relevant research field.
• Would normally have been qualified (as defined) for at least eight years in the respective field or a closely related area of research
• Proven track record with research outputs including demonstrated experience in applying for and achieving competitive research funding, such as the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) or equivalent.
• Strong evidence of original intellectual input into research
• Strong evidence of ability and desire to build a research career trajectory

Our benefits

At the Women's you will enjoy a culture that is collaborative, supportive and passionate about learning. We have a strong sense of purpose, and engage in meaningful work every day. We offer our people a range of rewarding benefits, including:

• Up to $11,660 in salary packaging benefits, for living expenses, meals and holiday accommodation
• A suite of wellness initiatives designed to support you, including discounted financial, lifestyle and health options, and a comprehensive wellbeing program
• Public transport options at our doorstep and end of trip facilities for cyclists
• Onsite post office, eateries, retail stores and library services
• Mentoring, learning and career development opportunities
• Five weeks annual leave, monthly ADO's for full time and purchased leave options

Inclusion and belonging

The Women's celebrates, values and supports a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects our vibrant community. We encourage applications from anyone identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. We also welcome anyone who identifies as LGBTQIA+, linguistically, culturally and/or gender diverse, people with disability, and people of any age to apply for our roles. We are committed to gender equity principles, and our people have an awareness of and sensitive approach to violence against women and family violence matters. We are proudly Breastfeeding Association accredited.

Join us!

If you feel this role is right for you we warmly invite you to apply, and encourage your early application. All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) and a valid Working with Children Check. Clinical staff are required to be vaccinated against, or demonstrate immunity to, COVID-19, influenza, and a range of other diseases.

Should you need assistance or require any adjustments or accommodations to fully participate in the application or interview process, or if you require an accessible copy of the position description, you are most welcome to reach out to the contact person listed. We acknowledge that not all applicants will meet the full list of selection criteria outlined, and wherever possible we will consider applications where relevant experience can apply.

For more information, please view the Position Description for this role.

For a confidential discussion, please contact Michael Chan on (03) 8345 3200 or [email protected]

Application closing date: 24 August 2025