Post-Doctoral Research Fellow

Role type: Full-Time, Fixed-Term for 12 months

Faculty: Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences

Department:Department of Medicine

Salary: Academic B - $122,212 - $145,121 p.a. plus 17% super

• Contribute to cutting-edge clinical trials / Apply engineering skills to medical research / Foster innovation in a values-driven culture.

• Apply now to advance your research career in a collaborative, compassionate, and innovative environment.

• Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

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Your next career opportunity

As a Research Fellow in our clinical trials group at the Royal Melbourne Hospital, you'll have the opportunity to apply your engineering expertise to groundbreaking medical research. You'll be involved in patient care, data analysis, and manuscript writing, while contributing to a culture of innovation and creativity. This role offers you the chance to enhance your research skills and make a significant impact in the field of medicine.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Conduct Clinical Reviews: Assess potential or recruited trial patients, ensuring complete physiologic testing for trial eligibility decisions.

• Manage Clinical Trials: Obtain patient consent, collect and analyse trial data, and contribute to manuscript writing.

• Contribute to Teaching: Assist in teaching and supervising students as required.

• Participate in Departmental Activities: Attend team meetings, seminars, and actively contribute to departmental initiatives.

You may be a great fit if:

You are a qualified engineer with a PhD, possessing expertise in fluid analysis and mathematical modelling, along with excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently in a collaborative research environment.

You may also:

• Have a PhD in engineering with demonstrated expertise in fluid analysis and mathematical modelling.

• High-level experience in cardiac MRI 4D flow analysis, evidenced through peer-reviewed publications.

• Prior experience collaborating between university engineering groups and clinical cardiology services in a large tertiary hospital environment.

• Proficiency in MATLAB, CONSOLE, and other analysis software.

• Possess excellent written and oral communication skills.

• Have experience working independently and prioritising tasks effectively.

• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with diverse stakeholders.

• Be committed to upholding the University's values of collaboration, compassion, respect, integrity, and accountability.

For further information please refer to the attached PD.

What we offer you

We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:

• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being

• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance

• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance

• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

For more information check out our benefits page

Your new team - Department of Medicine

Step into the world of impactful medical education and pioneering research with the Department of Medicine at the prestigious Melbourne Medical School. As a vital hub within the University of Melbourne teaching hospitals, we are at the forefront of clinical, educational, and research endeavours. Our reach spans across renowned institutions like Royal Melbourne Hospital, St Vincent's Hospital, Austin Health, Western Health, and Northern Health, offering you a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge clinical trials and innovative healthcare research.

Be Yourself

The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, being a parent or having caring responsibilities.

The University of Melbourne is committed to fostering a barrier-free and inclusive recruitment process. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates throughout the application and interview stages, including accessible document formats and alternative application methods. To discuss your specific requirements, please feel free to contact Bec Tucker or send an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments' to hr- You can find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments on our Careers website:

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants

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Working at the University - what you need to know

This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is available for this position.

Join Us and unlock your career potential

Is this the perfect opportunity for you? Apply today Including the following documents:

• Resume

• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience

• The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description)

^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to

If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Dijana via email at hr-, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.

If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.

Applications close: ​4 October PM Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) / Melbourne time zone.

Position Description: Post-Doctoral Research Fellow