Research Fellow, Data Analyst Centre of Research Excellence in Bipolar Disorder

Job No.:693859

Location:Clayton campus

Employment Type: Full-time

Duration:12-months fixed-term appointment

Remuneration: $86195 - $116981 pa Level A (plus 17% employer superannuation)

• Join Monash as a Research Fellow supporting bipolar disorder research
• Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University through statistical research
• Join an inclusive collaborative community advancing complex dataset analysis

The Opportunity

The Centre of Research Excellence in Bipolar Disorder has an exciting opportunity available for a Research Fellow to contribute to a dynamic program of national and international research on bipolar disorder. The position will support a broad portfolio of projects within a multidisciplinary environment with a strong focus on statistical analysis and managing large complex datasets. Working under limited supervision the role will contribute to high-quality research outputs while collaborating closely with academic teams across institutes.

This position will play a key role in conducting statistical analyses and contributing to research design interpretation and dissemination including grant applications systematic reviews conference presentations and peer-reviewed publications. The role will also support the broader research environment through limited administrative tasks occasional involvement in teaching activities linked to research and participation in relevant meetings and academic addition the position will provide advice to postgraduate researchers within the scope of the research program supporting capacity building within the team.

We are seeking a candidate with a doctoral qualification in a relevant or closely related discipline alongside demonstrated experience in statistical analysis manuscript preparation and peer-reviewed publications. Strong proficiency in R and other statistical software together with experience in managing and analysing large-scale clinical datasets is essential. Well-developed skills in machine learning approaches clustering techniques and longitudinal modelling will also be highly regarded.

We warmly invite applications for this exciting opportunity to contribute to impactful mental health researchjoin us in advancing high-quality evidence that informs understanding and treatment of bipolar disorder.

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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: Dr Mel Hasty Executive Officer CORE-BD

Position Description:Research Fellow

Applications Close: Wednesday 15 July 2026 11:55pm AEST

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