Senior Research Fellow / Principal Research Fellow

• Part-time 21 hours per week (0.6 FTE), Fixed-Term position for 3 Years
• Based at Westmead campus with flexible working arrangements.
• Salary: Academic Level C or D determined based on the successful candidate’s skills and experience.
• Academic Level C pro-rata rates $90,048.60 – $103,435.20 plus 17% Super & Leave Loading 
• Academic Level D pro-rata rates $107893.20 – $118,596 plus 17% Super & Leave Loading 

Lead a focused research stream in integrative health with a strong translational and clinical trials focus.

The Opportunity
You will develop and lead a research stream within the NICM Health Research Institute, with a focus on complementary and integrative health approaches that translate into practical healthcare applications. This is a 3-year fixed-term appointment based at Westmead campus, with appointment at Academic Level C or D determined by your skills and experience.

You will design, oversee and conduct rigorous clinical research, including randomised controlled trials, to strengthen the evidence base for integrative healthcare across priority health areas such as cardiometabolic health, women’s reproductive health, cancer care, dementia and mental health. You will produce high-quality publications and reports, and actively contribute to the Institute’s research and translational programs through leadership and collaboration.

You will secure external research funding and build productive partnerships with government, industry, not-for-profit and community stakeholders. You will supervise higher degree research students and contribute to training and mentoring across projects, while supporting governance and external engagement activities that enhance the Institute’s reputation and impact.

What Success Looks Like:

• A defined research stream is established and delivered with clear translational outcomes.
• Competitive research funding is secured through grants and collaborative partnerships.
• High-quality peer-reviewed publications and reports are produced and disseminated.
• Strong stakeholder relationships are built to support clinical and translational activity.
• HDR students and project staff are effectively supervised to achieve timely outcomes.

Please refer to the Position Description for full details.

About You

• You hold a doctoral qualification (PhD) in a clinical and/or complementary medicine discipline aligned to integrative health.
• You possess a strong track record of securing research income through competitive grants and/or industry or community partnerships.
• You’ve demonstrated success in leading and delivering significant research projects, including the management of funded programs of work.
• You bring the ability to develop and sustain impactful research networks, with a focus on meaningful stakeholder collaboration.
• You have highly developed communication skills, enabling you to teach, present and translate research into real-world outcomes.

Benefits
We invest in the people who make our mission possible. Alongside a rewarding career, we offer a range of benefits designed to support your financial, personal and family wellbeing.

• Financial benefits: Access to staff-only products and offers with selected banking partners, salary sacrifice options for onsite parking, and novated motor vehicle leasing.
• Health and wellbeing support: Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP), complimentary annual flu vaccination, eligibility for Fitness Passport membership, and access to discounted private health cover.
• Onsite childcare: Long day care and early learning services operate at our Campbelltown, Hawkesbury, Parramatta, and Penrith campuses. Staff may be eligible for discounted fees and salary packaging, with places subject to centre capacity.

Application Details

• Position Enquiries: Direct to Associate Professor Mike Armour, Principal Fellow – Reproductive Health via M.Armour@westernsydney.edu.au. Please include the job reference code REF1349H.
• Closing Date: 11:59pm, Monday 29 June 2026.
• Working Rights: You must provide evidence of working rights in Australia at application.
• How to Apply: Please note that only applications submitted via the University’s online recruitment system will be considered. As part of your online application, you will be asked to respond to screening questions addressing the key qualifications, experiences and skills required for this position.

Belonging at Western
We are committed to substantive equality as outlined in our Equal Opportunity Policy. We actively encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, candidates of all gender identities and expressions, people of all abilities, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

For Reasonable Adjustments during the application process, please contact talentacquisitionteam@westernsydney.edu.au.

About Western
This is your opportunity to be part of something bigger. By joining Western Sydney University, you become a valued member of our community. As our region changes, so too does our university. Western is boldly different, energetic, global, diverse, dynamic, and youthful.

Our mission is to deliver student success, impactful research, and stronger communities. As part of our team, you will have a stake in shaping the future of education, broadening horizons, and changing lives. Making a difference starts at Western.

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