Turner Impact Research Fellow (Level A or Level B), Psychology
Job No.: 687062
Location: Clayton campus
Employment Type: Full-time
Duration: 2-year fixed-term appointment
Remuneration: $83,280 - $113,025 pa Level A (plus 17% employer superannuation), $118,974 - $141,283 pa Level B (plus 17% employer superannuation)
- Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University through high-impact brain research
- Join our inclusive collaborative community driving advances in mental health science
- Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas - and the people who discover them
The Opportunity
The Turner Institute for Brain and Mental Health, as the research hub of the School of Psychological Sciences, has led neuroscience and mental health research since its inception, propelled by David Winston Turner's generous gift. The Turner Institute is advancing the future of brain and mental health through transformative research and engagement.
Join the team as Research Fellow and support the development of a focused research program that advances the understanding within the scientific fields of brain and mental health. This position will contribute to the research priorities of the Turner Institute for Brain and Mental Health in an area where they can demonstrate impact. The work of the Research Fellow will align with one or more of the Turner Institute’s 6 programmatic research areas, more information can be found here, www.monash.edu/turner-institute/research.
This position will conduct research as part of a team, including establishing a clear program of work and producing high-quality publications, conference papers and seminar presentations. The role will also contribute to the preparation of submissions to external funding bodies and coordinate research activities connected with the relevant area of expertise.
We are seeking someone with a doctoral qualification in psychology or neuroscience or a closely related field along with strong research performance supported by refereed publications. It draws on demonstrated statistical analysis skills and the capacity to prepare manuscripts and research proposals along with an ability to contribute to high-quality research outcomes.
We have two positions available at Level A and Level B. Please state your preferred level in your cover letter as the successful applicant will be appointed at a level commensurate with qualifications and relevant experience.
This position offers an exciting opportunity to advance a research career within a vibrant and supportive institute and we look forward to receiving your application.
About Monash University
At Monash, work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, from contributing to something ground breaking – a place where great things happen.
We value difference and diversity, and welcome and celebrate everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. That’s why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.
Some 20,000 staff work for Monash around the world. We have 95,000 students, four Australian campuses, and campuses in Malaysia and Indonesia. We also have a major presence in India and China, and a significant centre and research foundation in Italy.
In our short history, we have skyrocketed through global university rankings and established ourselves consistently among the world's best tertiary institutions. We rank in the world’s top-50 universities in rankings including the QS World University Rankings 2026.
Together with our commitment to academic freedom, you will have access to quality research facilities, infrastructure, world-class teaching spaces, and international collaboration opportunities.
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Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents.
To Apply
For instructions on how to apply, please refer to
'How to apply for Monash Jobs'. Your application must address the Key Selection Criteria.
Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.
Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.
Enquiries: Professor Mark Bellgrove,+61 3 9902 4200
Position Description:
Level A Turner Impact Research Fellow
Level B Turner Impact Research Fellow
Applications Close: Sunday 11 January 2026,11:55pm AEDT
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