Senior Research Fellow (National Centre for Clinical Research on Emerging Drugs)

UNSW; Milano; In loco; EUR 87.000 - 101.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading university is seeking a Senior Research Fellow for the National Centre for Clinical Research on Emerging Drugs. This role involves leading research and translational outputs on methamphetamine and emerging drugs. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in a relevant field, proven research excellence, and strong interpersonal skills. This position is full-time with flexible working options and competitive remuneration.

Servizi

Flexible working

Additional leave

Fitness passport membership

Career development opportunities

Progressive HR practices

Competenze

• PhD in relevant field or equivalent work experience required.
• Proven track record in research with high-quality outcomes.
• Ability to collaborate across disciplines is essential.

Mansioni

• Lead research projects and translational outputs.
• Conduct independent research focusing on methamphetamine and emerging drugs.
• Report to the Director of NCCRED.

Conoscenze

PhD in medicine, public health, or related field

Proactive knowledge updates

Research excellence and leadership

Ability to work in teams and build relationships

Interpersonal and organisational skills

Formazione

PhD in relevant field

Descrizione del lavoro

Senior Research Fellow (National Centre for Clinical Research on Emerging Drugs)

Join UNSW to apply for the Senior Research Fellow (National Centre for Clinical Research on Emerging Drugs) role.

This job is based in Australia.

Employment Details

• Employment Type: Full‑time (35 hours a week)
• Duration: Fixed Term until 30th June 2027 (possible extension, funding dependant)
• Remuneration: $155K – $178K base, depending on experience (+ 17% superannuation and leave loading)
• Work rights: Visa sponsorship is not available. Candidates must hold full rights to work in Australia.
• Location: Health Translation Hub, Randwick, NSW

About NCCRED

The National Centre for Clinical Research on Emerging Drugs (NCCRED) is a national research centre for methamphetamine and emerging drugs of concern that embeds research in clinical practice. It aims to support clinicians to detect and respond to new drug health problems by building clinical research capacity and rapidly translating findings into clinical practice.

Role Overview

The Senior Research Fellow is a leadership role at NCCRED within the National Drug and Alcohol Research Centre (NDARC) in the Faculty of Medicine and Health. The Fellow will develop and lead research and translational outputs, undertake independent research in clinical, community or digital interventions focusing on methamphetamine and emerging drugs, and report to the Director of NCCRED. The position has 1–4 direct reports.

Key Skills Required

• A PhD in medicine, public health, or related field, and/or relevant work experience.
• Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with disciplinary knowledge and developments.
• Demonstrated track record in research with high‑quality, high‑impact outcomes and a desire and ability to continually achieve research excellence, as well as capacity for research leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines, and build effective relationships.
• Evidence of highly developed interpersonal and organisational skills.

Benefits and Culture

• Flexible working
• Additional 3 days of leave over the End‑of‑Year period
• Fitness passport membership options
• Access to lifelong learning and career development
• Progressive HR practices

How to Apply

Please click on Apply now to make an application. Applications should not be sent to the contact listed below. Provide a resume, a cover letter, and a separate document addressing the main skills and experience listed in the position description.

A copy of the Position Description can be found on JOBS@UNSW.

Enquiries

Professor Nadine Ezard, Director – NCCRED
E: [e-mail]

Applications close: Thursday 4th December before 11.30pm, Sydney time.

Equal Opportunity Statement

UNSW is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.