Research Fellow (Program Evaluation and Food Security), Level A or Level B
Job No.: 699185
Location: Darwin, Northern Territory
Employment Type: Full-time
Duration: 12-months fixed-term appointment
Remuneration: $86,195 - $116,981 pa Level A (plus 17% employer superannuation) or $123,138 - $146,228 pa Level B (plus 17% employer superannuation)
- Amplify your impact as a Research Fellow advancing remote food security research
- Join our inclusive, collaborative community
- Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas - and the people who discover them
The Opportunity
Join the Monash Remote Food Systems program and contribute to research addressing food security in remote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Based in Darwin and associated with the Menzies School of Health Research nutrition program, this Research Fellow position offers the opportunity to contribute to a Commonwealth Government food security initiative and an NHMRC-funded project on climate change and food security in remote Australia.
The role will lead the co-design and delivery of an evaluation of a remote food security program, working closely with the program organisation and other stakeholders to coordinate engagement, establish a reference group, manage ethics processes and lead data collection, analysis and reporting. The position will also contribute to a collaborative case study with remote communities in Queensland and the Northern Territory, helping translate community-led research findings into evidence to inform policy recommendations and strengthen the research capacity of partner organisations. Travel to remote communities will be required.
We are seeking someone with relevant qualifications at honours or doctoral level, depending on the appointment level, together with demonstrated research, analytical and evaluation skills and experience preparing reports and publications. Strong proficiency in research and analytical software such as NVivo and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively is essential. Extensive knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health research principles is also required.
Join a collaborative research team and contribute to meaningful work supporting food security, community-led research and policy development in remote Australia. We look forward to receiving your application.
Please state your preference for Level A or Level B in your cover letter as the successful applicant will be appointed commensurate with qualifications and relevant experience.
Monash University seeks applicants for this opportunity who are able to demonstrate present valid and current Australian work rights.
About Monash University
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We value difference and diversity. That’s why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.
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To Apply
For instructions on how to apply, please refer to 'How to apply for Monash Jobs'. Please ensure your cover letter clearly outlines how your skills and experience align with the requirements of this role.
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: Julie Brimblecombe, Professor of Public Health Nutrition, Julie.Brimblecombe@monash.edu, 0447 614 532
Position Description:
Level A Research Fellow
Level B Research Fellow
Applications Close: Tuesday 17 November 2026, 11:55pm AEDT
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