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Research Fellow in Nursing Research and Cancer Health Services Research Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre in Australia
Degree Level
not provided
Field of study
Nursing
Funding
Fixed-term part-time research fellow position for 2 years. Salary is up to AUD 111,577 to 144,413 per annum full-time equivalent, pro-rated for part-time, plus salary packaging, superannuation, and 5 weeks annual leave. Additional benefits include salary packaging up to AUD 11,660, discounted health insurance and eye care, and flexible hybrid working.
Deadline
Nov 16, 2026
Country
Australia
University
Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
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Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre is advertising a 2-year fixed-term, part-time Research Fellow position in the Centre for Health Services Research in Cancer, specifically a Nursing Research Fellow role. The post is based at Parkville, Melbourne, Australia and sits within a leading multidisciplinary health services research environment focused on improving cancer care, research, and education.
This opportunity is aimed at a researcher who can contribute to the design, conduct, and dissemination of high-quality research aligned with the Peter Mac Research Strategy and the CHSRC strategic plan. The role includes leading smaller projects or defined components of larger initiatives, building a strong research track record, and developing methodological expertise while working under the strategic direction of senior researchers and the Nursing Research Program lead.
Academic focus: Nursing Research, Cancer Health Services Research, Clinical Research, Public Health, Research Methods, Ethics, and Grant Writing.
Eligibility highlights: applicants should hold a PhD or equivalent in a relevant research discipline; have a record of publications or equivalent research outputs; experience with competitive grant applications; experience managing research activities for complex studies; ethics preparation and submissions experience; strong independence and prioritization skills; and the ability to collaborate in an inter-disciplinary team.
Funding and employment conditions: the position offers a salary of up to AUD 111,577–144,413 per annum full-time equivalent, pro-rated for part-time work, plus salary packaging, superannuation, and 5 weeks annual leave. Additional staff benefits include discounted health insurance, eye care, wellbeing support, professional development pathways, and flexible hybrid working.
How to apply: applicants should apply via the Peter Mac Careers page and include a covering letter outlining relevant skills and experience. The ad encourages early application. The closing date is 16 November 2026 at 11:59 pm.
Contact: Hiring Manager: A/Prof Priscilla Gates, [email protected].
Funding details
Fixed-term part-time research fellow position for 2 years. Salary is up to AUD 111,577 to 144,413 per annum full-time equivalent, pro-rated for part-time, plus salary packaging, superannuation, and 5 weeks annual leave. Additional benefits include salary packaging up to AUD 11,660, discounted health insurance and eye care, and flexible hybrid working.
What's required
A PhD or equivalent in a relevant research discipline; demonstrated research capability through publications or equivalent outputs; experience contributing to competitive research grant applications (national and/or international); experience managing research activities for complex studies; experience with ethics preparation and submissions; proven ability to work independently and manage competing priorities; commitment to the highest standards of research integrity; ability to work collaboratively within an inter-disciplinary research team; excellent communication and collaboration skills and demonstrated ability to contribute to high-quality research design, delivery and analysis.
How to apply
Apply via the Peter Mac Careers page using the Apply link. Submit a covering letter outlining your key skills and experience. Early applications are encouraged. For questions, contact the hiring manager at the listed email address.
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