Faculty Position

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.

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About the Brain and Mental Health Program:

The QIMR Berghofer Brain and Mental Health research program comprises 11 research groups with over 120 staff and students, dedicated to advancing knowledge in brain and mental health. Building upon our strengths, we remain unwavering in our dedication to advancing genetic, molecular, cellular, physiological, circuitry, cognitive, behavioural, and psychosocial research in mental and neurological disorders. This includes common mental health challenges, such as anxiety disorders, depressive disorder, OCD, ADHD, autism, bipolar disorder, eating disorders, substance and behavioural addictions, schizophrenia, childhood maltreatment, youth self-harm, trauma, and suicide. Our research also tackles a broad range of neurological disorders like Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, motor neuron disease, epilepsy, cerebellar diseases (e.g., Friedreich ataxia and spinocerebellar ataxias), dementia (including Alzheimer's disease and childhood dementia), and development in pre-term babies, all of which pose a growing health challenge in Australia.

Our work shapes transformative healthcare solutions in Australia and beyond. We are seeking research leaders conducting high-quality brain and mental health research to expand the Program. Successful applicants will be expected to lead their own research projects as well as contributing to the Program through collaboration and committee involvement.

What are we looking for?

We are currently seeking to employ outstanding independent (mid-career to senior) researcher/s (Faculty) with a track record of success in publications and attracting externally competitive grant funding.  We invite applications from all areas of Brain and Mental Health research including applicants who focus on discovery science, clinical translation, commercialisation, as well as research that is relevant to first nations and/or rural and remote communities. This can include eHealth/digital, economic, epidemiological, lifestyle medicine, psychedelic medicine, cellular, genomic, imaging, bioinformatic, neuroscience or pharmacological approaches.

Please refer to the Position Descriptions on the QIMR Berghofer Career's Page  for a detailed outline of the role and responsibilities for these Faculty positions.

What do we offer?

• Generous salary guarantees at all career stages
• Critical mass of outstanding researchers
• Shared campus with clinicians (Royal Brisbane & Women's Hospital) and proximity to two major universities
• Clinical testing rooms
• State of the art research facilities including PC3 viral and insectary facilities, a large animal house 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
• Genetics sample processing capabilities
• Cell and molecular neurodegeneration brain cell laboratory
• Cognitive/digital phenotyping, and virtual reality testing laboratories
• Electroencephalography (EEG) testing, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), Focussed Ultra-Sound (FUS), eye tracking, and physiological recording testing laboratories
• Extensive scientific support services
• Translational research potential including onsite TGA licensed GMP Cellular Therapy facility
• Personalised research support (e.g. Grants Administration, IT, Research Ethics and Clinical Trials)
• In-house Business Development & Commercialisation expertise
• Flexible Work Arrangements and generous leave provisions
• Highly attractive salary packaging options
• Excellent lifestyle, great location

For further information: Please contact Professor Murat Yucel, Program Director on

Closing Date: Tuesday, 20th January 2026

Remuneration: An attractive remuneration package will be negotiated with the successful candidate which will include generous superannuation and salary packaging. The base salary range for each position is;

Team Head - $124,252 to $140,913 p.a.

Group Leader - $145,075 to $161,038 p.a.

Senior Group Leader s $164,518 to $211,716 p.a.

We are reviewing applications as they are received. If you think you're the right person for this role, we'd love to hear how your capabilities, achievements and experience set you apart.

To apply for this opportunity: use the APPLY button and submit:

1. A CV/Resume

2. A Cover Letter (maximum two pages) addressing the following questions:

3. Research Excellence

4. Describe your key research contributions and how they have advanced your field.

5. Provide examples of your most significant publications and their impact (e.g., citations, policy influence, clinical translation).

6. Grant Success

7. Outline your record of attracting competitive research funding (national or international).

8. What role did you play in developing these grant applications (e.g., lead CI, co-CI, partner investigator)?

9. Research Leadership and Independence

10. Describe how you have demonstrated research independence and leadership in your field.

11. How have you built or led research teams, collaborations, or programs?

12. Vision and Strategic Fit

13. What is your research vision for the next 3–5 years?

14. How would your research program complement and extend our existing strengths in brain and mental health?

15. International Recognition

16. Provide brief evidence of your standing in the international research community (e.g., invited talks, editorial roles, collaborations, awards).

17. Translation and Impact

18. Describe how your research has contributed to real-world outcomes, translation, or policy/clinical practice change.

19. Mentorship and Capacity Building

20. How have you supported and developed early-career researchers, students, or postdocs within your group or field?

Please refer to the Position Descriptions to identify the role that best matches your skills and experience.