Postdoctoral Research Fellow/Research Fellow – Frailty, Co-design and Qualitative Research

About This Opportunity

The Australian Frailty Network (AFN) is looking for an exceptional Postdoctoral Research Fellow (Level A) or Research Fellow (Level B) to join our dynamic team.

In this role, you will contribute to innovative projects in frailty, co- design, health education, health promotion, and qualitative/mixed-methods research, working alongside leading experts in the field. Whether you're at the start of your academic career or building on an established research profile, this is a unique opportunity to shape the future of healthcare by developing new strategies and insights that will improve the well-being of ageing populations.

You'll be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking research environment where your expertise will be valued, and your career development supported.

This is a research focused position. Further information can be found by viewing UQ's Criteria for Academic Performance.

For further information, pleaseclick here to view the information booklet.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, and within an environment where interdisciplinary collaborations are encouraged.

At the core of our teaching remains our students, and their experience with us sets a foundation for success far beyond graduation. UQ has made a commitment to making education opportunities available for all Queenslanders, regardless of personal, financial, or geographical barriers.

As part of our commitment to excellence in research and professional practice in academic contexts, we are proud to provide our staff with access to world- class facilities and equipment, grant writing support, greater research funding opportunities, and other forms of staff support and development.

The greater benefits of joining the UQ community are broad: from being part of a Group of Eight university, to recognition of prior service with other Australian universities, up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, flexible working arrangements including hybrid on site/WFH options and flexible start/finish times, and genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process.

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre- employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, education check and mandatory immunisations.

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

Questions?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Dr Kristiana Ludlow, [email protected].

For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at [email protected], stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.

Want to Apply?

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

Other Information

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don't meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to [email protected] for accessibility support or adjustments.

Applications close Sunday 23rd February 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-47208). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for Monday 10th March 2025 .