Research Fellow

Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why.

Griffith was created to be a different type of university. You'll find we're about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you'll achieve them.

Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence.

Griffith University's School of Medicine and Dentistry is seeking a talented and driven Research Fellow (Grade 2) to join our dynamic Health Economics research group. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-impact research across key areas such as cancer and infectious diseases, while also supporting the group's growing profile in national and international health economics research.

Key responsibilities of this position include:

• Conduct high-quality research aligned with the strategic priorities of the Health Economics research group.
• Publish in leading international, peer-reviewed journals and support research translation efforts.
• Prepare competitive research grant applications and ethics submissions.
• Provide research training, mentorship, and supervision to junior staff and higher degree research (HDR) candidates.
• Contribute to teaching activities in health economics as required.
• Manage research outputs including reports, presentations, and academic publications.

What we can offer

This is a fixed term (until 31 December 2027), full time position and will be primarily based at the Griffith University Brisbane South (Nathan) location.

As Griffith is a multi-campus University you may be required to work across other campus locations. Griffith University's campuses are located on the lands of the Yugarabul, Yuggera, Jagera, Turrbal, Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.

Salary Range

The full time equivalent base salary for a Research Fellow (Grade 2) will range from $113,226 - $134,460 per annum + 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will range from $132,474 - $157,318 per annum.

The successful candidate will have: 

• A PhD in Economics or a closely related discipline, or equivalent qualifications and experience.
• Demonstrated experience in health economics research, ideally in areas such as cancer or infectious diseases.
• High-level analytical skills, with proficiency in working with Australian national health datasets (e.g. NHDH), dynamic economic modelling, econometrics, propensity matching, and mapping health-related quality of life onto utility instruments.
• Proven experience in research grant writing, literature reviews, and preparation of research ethics applications.
• A strong track record of peer-reviewed publications in reputable journals.
• Advanced skills in Excel, R, SAS, SPSS, and STATA.

Why Griffith?

As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:

• Mix of on campus and work from home options available and a supportive work environment
• Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts
• Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading
• Health Safety and Wellbeing initiatives – on campus Gym facilities

How to apply

At Griffith, we're committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever you're from. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffith's Modern Slavery Policy.

Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:

• A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the About You section above and the position description)
• Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details
• Names and contact details of at least three professional referees (no contact will be made without your permission).

Visa sponsorship may be available to the successful candidate if required.

For further information specifically about this role, please contact Dr Hansoo Kim at [email protected]. 

For application and recruitment advice, please contact Jinita Dhall, Talent Acquisition Partner at [email protected].

Closing date: Monday, 10 November 2025 at 11:59pm AEST. All applications must be submitted online. Please allow at least 1 – 2 weeks from the closing date to expect an application update.