Jobs and Careers

• Design and conduct quantitative medical research studies
• Build strong collaborative links between the University and THS Hospitals
• Part time (0.5FTE), 3 year fixed-term role based in Launceston

About the opportunity

The appointee in this position will work as part of the Launceston Clinical School (LCS) Academic team to support research activities at the LCS and within the Tasmanian Health Service (THS) North and Northwest. The appointee will have a specific focus and responsibility to support medical students undertaking MD projects and their supervisors, LGH clinical staff undertaking research activities, and researchers who have received Clifford Craig Foundation grants.

What you’ll do:

• Support research activities through research design and project creation, data collection & analysis, reviewing publication drafts.
• Develop and deliver education sessions to support clinician and student researchers.
• Provide a strong link between the University and THS Hospitals by developing aligned collaborative research activity and interests.
• Critically review grant applications and provide informed feedback to Research Committee members.
• Where suitable, supervise HDR candidates.

What we’re looking for:

• Demonstrated expertise or qualification in statistics and quantitative research methodologies.
• Strong record of published research relevant to clinical medicine, especially those using quantitative research methodologies.
• Experience and demonstrated achievement in University-level teaching and learning.
• A record of contributing effectively to building and maintaining effective and productive links locally and nationally.
• Sound understanding of the local research environment, research ethics and governance processes, and relevant resources.
• Good Clinical Practice (GCP) currency.

For appointment to Academic Level C, candidates will also be required to demonstrate:

• A PhD or equivalent in a relevant field, and expertise and experience in statistics and quantitative research.
• Outstanding record of research that has achieved national and/or international recognition.
• A record of excellent contributions to successful research higher degree supervision and completions.

Salary details

Appointment to this role will be at Academic Level B or C and will have a total remuneration package of up to $184,076 comprising base salary within the range of $114,766 to $157,330 plus 17% superannuation.

How to Apply

• To apply online, please provide your CV and 1-2-page cover letter outlining your interest in the role, skills, capabilities and experience.  You do not need to separately address the Roles Specific Skills, Knowledge and Experience.
• For further information about this position, please contact Dr Rohan Church, Director Launceston Clinical School, at rohan.church@utas.edu.au or on 03 6324 5446.
• Please visit https://www.utas.edu.au/jobs/applying for our guide to applying and details on the recruitment process.
• For current UTAS staff, in submitting your application, you acknowledge you have/intend to discuss your interest in this vacancy with your current manager and understand they may need to be contacted confidentially by the hiring manager as part of the assessment of your application.
• Please refer to the attached Position Description Below for full details.

 Position Description - 502074 - Medical Research Fellow.pdf

Applications close Wednesday, 11 February 2026, 11.55pm

The University of Tasmania acknowledges the Palawa/Pakana and Gadigal/Wangal people as the traditional custodians of the land, sea and waters of the areas upon which we live and work. We recognise their valuable contributions and deep connection to country and pay respect to Elders past and present.

As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive workplace, employment history and police checks may be conducted as part of the selection process.

To be eligible for this position, you are required to hold Australian or New Zealand Citizenship, permanent residency or a valid visa that enables you to fulfil the requirements of this role.