The Opportunity
We have an exciting opportunity for a Research Fellow or Senior Research Fellow to join a multidisciplinary team advancing physical activity and population health research through large-scale wearables-based epidemiology. Working within a collaborative, internationally connected environment, the role will focus on device-based physical activity, sitting and sleep data, particularly through the internationally recognised ProPASS consortium. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to high-impact publications, global collaborations and innovative research methods that shape the future of population health.
Working across national and international research initiatives, this position will lead epidemiological analyses of large-scale cohort datasets and contribute to the development of key research platforms. The role will support collaborative research programs through grant development, externally funded projects and partnerships with leading research organisations. It will also provide mentorship and supervision to junior researchers and higher degree research students.
We are seeking an experienced researcher with a PhD in epidemiology, public health, exercise science or a related field and a strong research track record. Success requires expertise in advanced epidemiological and statistical methods, experience with large cohort and wearables datasets, strong publications and contributions to competitive research funding. Experience in supervision and research leadership within multidisciplinary teams is also essential.
Join a collaborative research environment and apply your skills to support impactful physical activity and population health research outcomes—this is a great opportunity and we look forward to receiving your application.
Please state your preference for Research Fellow Level B or Senior Research Fellow Level C in your cover letter as the successful applicant will be appointed commensurate with qualifications and relevant experience.
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'. 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: Associate Professor Matthew Ahmadi, [email protected]
Position Description:
Level B Research Fellow
Level C Senior Research Fellow
Applications Close: Thursday 2 July 2026, 11:55pm AEST
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