Post Doctoral Research Scientist

• Role title: Post Doctoral Research Scientist

• Role type: Max term contract full time (1 Year)

• Role grade: HSM Level 1

• Department and location:  Applied Medical Research, St Vincent's Hospital, Darlinghurst

• Salary: $84,436 - $112,331 + Super + Salary Packaging

Better and fairer care.  Always.

We are St Vincent's Health Australia, Australia's largest not-for-profit provider of health and aged care services. 

Founded by The Sisters of Charity in 1857, our +30,000 healthcare superheroes operate public and private hospitals, residential aged care, community and virtual care, and outreach programs. 

About the role
The Eating Disorder Research Program at St Vincent's Hospital Sydney is at the forefront of research exploring how the brain controls appetite, energy balance, and eating behaviours. Our work drives transformative advances in understanding and treating metabolic conditions such as obesity, as well as eating disorders including anorexia nervosa.
 

As a Postdoctoral Research Scientist, you will have the opportunity to lead cutting-edge research projects, shape the strategic direction of the program, secure funding, mentor emerging scientists, and translate innovative discoveries into real-world clinical impact. This is a unique chance to make a tangible difference in the field of metabolic and eating disorder research within a world-class clinical and academic environment.

You Will:

• Design, implement, and analyse experiments using advanced technologies and animal models, generating high-quality data for publication and translation into clinical insights.

• Actively participate in leadership meetings, support achievement of research and funding goals, and help maintain a culture of excellence and collaboration.

• Integrate emerging technologies, novel methodologies, and innovative approaches to advance understanding and treatment of metabolic disorders and eating disorders.

• Develop grant applications, ethics submissions, study protocols, and comprehensive project reports to support program sustainability.

• Guide graduate students and junior investigators, fostering professional development and ensuring high-quality research outputs.

• Maintain laboratory safety, equipment, and documentation; comply with regulatory and institutional standards; and build strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.

About you

• You hold a PhD in biomedical or life sciences and have a proven track record in designing and delivering complex research projects.

• You demonstrate personal integrity and a strong commitment to the Philosophy, Mission, and Values of Mary Aikenhead Ministries.

• You bring high-level conceptual, analytical, and innovative skills to develop projects and solve complex scientific challenges.

• You work effectively in multidisciplinary teams, while also independently managing your own work and guiding junior researchers.

• You have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with experience in stakeholder engagement, grant writing, and preparing research publications.

• You thrive in dynamic, high-demand environments, adapting to changing priorities and maintaining focus on achieving high-quality outcomes.

Why work at St Vincent's?

• Join us on our mission to provide care to all, including the most at-risk people in our community

• Discounted access to many gyms for you and your family with Fitness Passport

• Access to discounted private health insurance with Medibank

• Access to a government salary sacrifice program.  Make a proportion of your salary tax-free

• Committed to financial support for educational development, scholarship programs, paid study leave

About the Centre for Applied Medical Research (AMR)
In this role you will be based at the St Vincent's Research Precinct in Darlinghurst, one of Australia's leading centres for medical discovery and innovation.

• A vibrant inner-city location, surrounded by cafés, galleries, theatres, and green spaces.

• Part of a thriving research ecosystem, home to the Centre for Applied Medical Research (AMR), the Garvan Institute of Medical Research, and the Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute

• Seamless connections with St Vincent's Hospital Sydney, giving researchers direct opportunities to translate discoveries into improved patient care

• Strong partnerships with leading universities, offering a rich environment for collaboration, education, and career development

• A culture that combines world-class science with St Vincent's mission of compassion, service, and improving health outcomes for vulnerable communities

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Please note, visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For this role you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or have an Australia visa that grants you the work rights necessary for the role.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role-required pre-employment checks, including relevant immunisations.

Equal opportunity

We celebrate diversity & inclusion and are committed to equal employment opportunity for everyone.

As part of our commitment to reconciliation we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply and join us in delivering care that heals body, mind, spirit and community.

How to apply

The closing date for applications is 24 November 2025

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting how your interest, skills, and experience align with each of the things listed in the About You section of this job advert. 

For more information, please contact

Respectfully, this role is not open to recruitment agencies.

At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

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