Research Fellow Job at UNSW in Sydney
UNSW is offering an exciting research fellow job for experienced researchers to join the National Centre for Clinical Research on Emerging Drugs (NCCRED) in Sydney. This senior-level opportunity under UNSW jobs allows candidates to lead impactful clinical and translational research focused on methamphetamine and emerging drugs within a nationally recognised research environment.
Research Fellow Job Details
- Job Title: UNSW Senior Research Fellow (National Centre for Clinical Research on Emerging Drugs)
- Job No: 535769
- Work Type: Full Time
- Location: Sydney, NSW
- Categories: Senior Research Associate
- Duration: Fixed Term until 30th June 2027 (possible extension, funding dependent)
- Remuneration: $155K – $178K base, depending on experience (+ 17% Superannuation and leave loading)
- Work Rights: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must have full work rights in Australia to be considered for this position.
- Applications close: Wednesday 28th January 2026
About the University
The University of New South Wales (UNSW) is a globally recognised institution known for excellence in education, research, and innovation. Among leading UNSW jobs, roles at the National Centre for Clinical Research on Emerging Drugs (NCCRED) stand out for their national impact. NCCRED is a national research centre for methamphetamine and emerging drugs of concern that embeds research in clinical practice, supporting clinicians through rapid translation of research findings into real-world healthcare settings.
Qualifications
- A PhD in medicine, public health, or a related field, and/or relevant work experience
- Proven commitment to staying up to date with discipline knowledge and developments
- Demonstrated track record of high-quality and high-impact research outcomes
- Evidence of research excellence and leadership capability
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate across disciplines within academic teams
- Highly developed interpersonal and organisational skills
- Full rights to work in Australia
Research Fellow Job Description
This job at UNSW is a Senior Research Fellow position within NCCRED and the National Drug and Alcohol Research Centre (NDARC), Faculty of Medicine and Health. The role involves developing and leading research and translational outputs while undertaking independent research in clinical, community, or digital interventions focused on methamphetamine and emerging drugs. This role reports to the Director of NCCRED and includes leadership responsibilities with 1–4 direct reports, making it a standout opportunity among current UNSW jobs.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and lead research and translational outputs at NCCRED
- Undertake independent research in clinical, community, or digital interventions
- Focus research activities on methamphetamine and emerging drugs
- Provide research leadership within NDARC and NCCRED
- Collaborate across disciplines and build effective professional relationships
- Supervise and manage 1–4 direct reports
