Faculty Position

4 days ago


Herston, Australia QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute Full time

Join a team of innovative researchers
- Extensive support services and translational potential
- Generous start-up package

**About QIMR Berghofer**:
QIMR Berghofer is a world-leading translational medical research institute focused on improving health by developing new diagnostics, better treatments and prevention strategies, specifically in the areas of Cancer, Infection and Inflammation, Brain and Mental Health, and Population Health. Based in Herston, Brisbane and working in close collaboration with clinicians and other research institutes, QIMR Berghofer is home to more than 600 scientists, students and non-research staff.

**Population Health Program**:
The Population Health Program includes 12 research groups working across a range of areas from chronic disease epidemiology, genetics and genomics, biostatistics to tropical health. The Population Health Program and its groups are dedicated to understanding the factors influencing the health and wellbeing outcomes of all Australians and our regional neighbours and is guided by the ultimate goal of preventing ill-health in communities and improving patient care, quality of life, and survival rates.

**What are we looking for?**

We are currently seeking to employ an outstanding independent **(early, mid-career, or senior)** researcher with a track record of success in publications and attracting externally competitive grant funding.

Please refer to the** Position Description** on the QIMR Berghofer Career’s Page for a detailed outline of the role and responsibilities as either Team Head or Group Leader.

**What do we offer?**
- Generous salary guarantees at all career stages
- Critical mass of outstanding researchers
- State of the art research facilities including PC3 viral and insectary facilities and an advanced imaging centre
- Access to the newly developed ‘Herston Imaging Research Facility’ (HIRF) including three key instruments: PRISMA 3T MRI, fully integrated PET-MRI, and PET-CT
- Extensive scientific support services, including a large animal house
- Shared campus with clinicians (Royal Brisbane & Women’s Hospital)
- Translational research potential including onsite TGA licensed GMP Cellular Therapy facility
- Personalised support (e.g., Grants Administration)
- In-house Business Development & Commercialisation expertise
- Flexible Work Arrangements and generous leave provisions
- Attractive salary packaging options
- Start-up package to establish research program

**Closing Date: Sunday, 8 June 2025**

Please refer to the Position Descriptions of Team Head and Group Leader to identify the role that best matches your skills and experience.


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