Curtin University - Research Fellow, National Drug Research Institute
Part Time
Research Fellow, National Drug Research Institute
- $114,307-$135,408 (ALB) pro-rata, plus 17% super (3.5% salary increase 20/6/25)
- Part-time (0.8 FTE), fixed-term opportunity until June 2026
- Supportive and collaborative work environment, Based at Curtin’s Bentley Campus
Job Reference: 1005788
Are you ready to make a difference in alcohol and drug policy? Join the National Drug Research Institute (NDRI) at Curtin University as a Research Fellow, working alongside Associate Professor Michael Livingston on cutting-edge public health research.
Opportunity Highlights
- Competitive Remuneration: Earn between $114,307 – $135,408 (ALB) pro-rata, plus 17% superannuation. In line with Curtin’s 2022-2025 Enterprise Agreement, a 3.5% salary increase will also take effect on 20 June 2025.
- Impactful Work: Contribute to evidence that shapes public policy, improves lives, and promotes community health; join us and create lasting, real-world impact.
- Health and Wellness: Our on-campus Medical Centre prioritises Curtin staff and students. As a Curtin staff member, you have access to Curtin’s Healthy Lifestyle Program, with up to 2 hours per week of paid time off to engage in University-approved healthy lifestyle activities. Explore Curtin’s wellbeing locations at https://tinyurl.com/mtyf3vad
About the Role
Leadership and Service
- Help foster a supportive, inclusive, and collaborative research culture within the Institute and across the University.
- Participate in academic service, such as contributing to committees, internal projects, and collaborative initiatives.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with external stakeholders including professional bodies, government agencies, research partners, and community organisations.
- Represent the Institute and Curtin University in relevant academic, professional, and community settings.
Research
- Coordinate research projects and assist project leads with all related project activities, with a particular focus on evaluating the reliability and validity of novel approaches to data collection in the alcohol research field.
- Manage research project ethics and recruitment processes, liaise with key partners to develop innovative approaches to online recruitment.
- Conduct both qualitative and quantitative research, including developing data extraction queries, performing and interpreting analyses, and drafting reports and research publications.
- Develop a coherent and impactful program of research aligned with NDRI’s mission.
- Share your findings through a wide range or forums including publications in peer-reviewed journals, presentations at conferences, NDRI webinars and other opportunities for dissemination as they arise.
- Supervise and support Honours, Master’s, and PhD students in their research projects.
- Contribute to grant writing and applications for competitive research funding, both independently and as part of a team.
- Where required, contribute to research-led teaching and learning.
- Assist with research-related administration, including ethics applications, project administration, project planning, and reporting to funders.
SELECTION CRITERIA
- A doctoral qualification in a relevant discipline (e.g. public health, health sciences, epidemiology, psychology, sociology).
- Evidence of a strong track record of research outputs in high-quality, peer-reviewed journals/outlets relevant to the discipline.
- Demonstrated impact and quality of research outputs, including journal rankings, citation metrics, patents, and/or recognition by peers, as appropriate to the field.
- Demonstrated ability to conduct and manage both quantitative and qualitative research, including high level of competency in data extraction, data cleaning and preparation, conducting a range of statistical analyses using statistical programmes (e.g. STATA, R, SPSS), and drafting scholarly papers.
- Evidence of high-level written and verbal communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and liaise effectively with external project partners and funders.
Desirable
- Experience supervising higher degree research (HDR) students.
- Experience with developing and conducting and online survey
- Experience using novel technological solutions to data collection and analysis, including large language model
- A history of successful competitive grant applications.
Role Requirements
- You will require current work rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role to be considered
- Successful applicants are subject to a National Police Clearance, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction
Your new Team: The National Drug Research Institute
The National Drug Research Institute (NDRI) is one of the largest centres of alcohol and other drug research expertise in Australia. The Institute’s purpose is to conduct and disseminate research that supports evidence -informed policy and practice to prevent and minimise alcohol and other drug-related health, social, cultural and economic harms. NDRI research has informed and contributed significantly to policy and evidence-based practice in Australia and internationally.
Learn more about our team at https://ndri.curtin.edu.au/ | https://ndri.curtin.edu.au/people/profile/1146
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If this sounds like your next role, please click APPLY NOW and provide the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
- A document addressing the section criteria for the role
If you have any queries in relation to this opportunity or the application process, please contact our careers team on [email protected] or 08 9266 9000 (option 3,1), quoting the reference number. Please note applications will not be accepted via this email address.
Applications close: Monday 16 June 2025
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