Part-time (0.8 FTE) or Full-time (1.0 FTE), Fixed-term contract until 30 June 2027

Do you have experience in program management and research in health-related fields, along with a strong track record of first-author academic publications?

If this sounds like you, join our team to help make a difference!

The Role:

We are looking for an experienced, senior researcher to conduct guided literature searches, scoping and systematic reviews, and meta-analyses necessary for the update of the National Otitis Media Guidelines for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children. We are recruiting a Senior Research Fellow to lead review outcomes, administer the Technical Advisory Group, lead the drafting and submission of high-quality, peer-reviewed journal publications, play a major role in research grant applications and establish and manage research databases.

About You:

As a motivated individual and qualified professional, you will have postgraduate qualifications and extensive program management and research experience in a health-related field.

You will also have:

• Proven track record of first-author publications.
• Experience in literature searches, systematic reviews and using statistical packages.
• Leading the drafting and submission of manuscripts for publications.
• Proven strong leadership in research and ability to lead and manage a small team.

Why Menzies:

Menzies is a national leader in research and education that improves health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and populations across our region. As a leader in global and tropical research into life-threatening illnesses, Menzies continues to translate its research into effective partnerships and programs in communities across Australia and the Asia-Pacific region.

Menzies is committed to providing a culturally inclusive and supportive work environment, and ensuring our workforce is representative of the people with and whom we work. We seek to amplify Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander voices in all aspects of our work, and we strongly encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply for this position.

The Benefits:

• Base salary Level C $132,508 - $151,412 per annum, pro-rata (total remuneration salary package including superannuation $161,252 – $184,437 per annum, pro-rata)
• Generous leave provisions including 6 weeks annual leave.
• Salary packaging up to $15,900 per annum and $2,650 meal and entertainment card tax-free.

Menzies is committed to diversity and inclusion in our workplace. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their applications, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.

If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact:

Professor Amanda Leach AM

Senior Principal Research Fellow

Email: [email protected]

To obtain the Position Description, please visit:

Menzies’ careers website: http://careers.menzies.edu.au or

Email: Human Resources at [email protected].

How to Apply:

Please click on the ‘Apply’ button to submit your application.

Applicants are required to provide the following supporting documents:

1. Cover letter with responses addressing the selection criteria in the Position Description (no more than three (3) pages); and

2. Current resume and 2 recent professional referees.

Closing date: Sunday, 19 October 2025

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