Postdoctoral Research Fellow/Research Fellow – Youth Substance Use Research

13 hours ago

St Lucia Campus, Australia University of Queensland Full time $82,057 - $136,048

  • National Centre for Youth Substance Use Research

  • Full-time, fixed-term position for 2.5 years

  • Base salary will range from $82,057 – $109,246 (Academic Level A) or $114,824 - $136,048 (Academic Level B) + 17% Superannuation

  • Based at our St Lucia campus

About This Opportunity  

Our School of Psychology and the National Centre for Youth Substance Use Research (NCYSUR) are inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow or Research Fellow with expertise in youth substance use research, drug policies and tobacco control. This is an exciting opportunity to support high-impact, vital research and create real change

This position will be directly involved in the delivery of a range of NHMRC-funded research projects (e.g., monitoring tobacco use, AI-assisted intervention for youth vaping), and the research projects funded by the NCYSUR through the Australian Government, Drug and Alcohol Program.

The successful candidate will contribute to high-quality research on addiction, with a strong focus on smoking, vaping and other tobacco product use across populations and regulatory environments. The candidate will work under the supervision of Associate Professor Gary Chan, Associate Professor Janni Leung and Dr. Daniel Stjepanovic on a range of NHMRC-funded research projects (e.g., social media and addiction, AI-assisted intervention), and work under the supervision of the Prof. Jason Connor, Director of the National Centre for Youth Substance Use Research, on projects funded by the Department of Health and Aged Care.

We encourage applications from across Australia and overseas. Employer-sponsored work rights may be available for this appointment subject to individual candidate eligibility. 

For further information, please view the full appointment booklet. If you are unable to access this link, please email for a copy of the booklet.

Questions?  

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Associate Professor Gary Chan at

For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at , stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line. 
 

Want to Apply?  

We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload: 

  • Resume

  • Cover letter addressing the 'About You' section/s found within the appointment booklet above

Applicants should identify in your cover letter which academic level you are applying for (Level A or B).

Our strength as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact  

Other Information  

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don't meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.  

Applications close Saturday 15 November 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (Job Reference Number: R

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