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Employment Type: Full - time (35 hours a week) or Part-time (to be negotiated) Level: Associate Professor – Professor (Level D-E) Duration: Initial 5-year appointment for the Chair appointment, plus a continuing substantive appointment Remuneration: Competitive salary (level D or E depending on experience) plus 17% superannuation, leave loading and other loadings as applicable). Relocation assistance and visa sponsorship will also be offered if required. Personal research support package (to be negotiated). Location: School of Clinical Medicine, UNSW Kensington Campus co-located with the UNSW Health Translation Hub The Unique Partnership to advance research in age-related macular degeneration The University of New South Wales in partnership with the Sarks Macular Degeneration Research Foundation is advancing Australia’s capacity to address age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and other blinding eye diseases. Through a transformational philanthropic commitment from the Foundation, UNSW is seeking to appoint the inaugural Shirley and John Sarks Chair in Age-related Macular Degeneration. The Chair will continue the legacy of Dr Shirley and John with a unique opportunity to access the Sarks archives as part of their research program. The Opportunity Based within UNSW Medicine & Health’s School of Clinical Medicine, this role represents a unique opportunity to drive world-class research into age-related macular degeneration (AMD) the leading cause of irreversible vision loss in developed countries and other blinding eye diseases. The role will be filled through an international recruitment process, attracting a world-leading researcher or physician-researcher to UNSW’s Faculty of Medicine & Health. AMD is the leading cause of irreversible vision loss in developed countries. The new research Chair seeks to attract a world-leading researcher to UNSW’s Faculty of Medicine & Health who will advance knowledge into the causes and cures for age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and other blinding eye diseases, in line with the Faculty’s Better, Equitable Health for All Strategy . The Chair will undertake a world class clinical and or laboratory research program in AMD in the Faculty’s School of Clinical Medicine. Please see our faulty brochure which contain more information about the role and its origins. Medicine and Health-Sarks Chair brochure Key skills required: Level D A PhD (or equivalent) in a basic science and/or clinical discipline related to Age related macular degeneration. Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with discipline knowledge and developments. Significant track record in research leadership with outcomes of high quality and high international impact with clear evidence of the desire and ability to continually achieve research excellence and deliver research leadership. Demonstrated academic excellence and outstanding contribution to research and scholarship. Demonstrated leadership in building engagement and partnerships with the profession and industry. Level E (in addition to the above) Significant track record in age related macular degeneration research leadership, with publications of high quality and high international impact, with clear evidence of the desire and ability to continually achieve research excellence and deliver research leadership. Demonstrated academic excellence and outstanding contribution to research and scholarship, including leadership of teams and projects. Demonstrated leadership in engagement and partnerships with the funders, the profession, stakeholders, industry and the broader community. Substantial experience in high quality supervision of higher degree research and undergraduate research students and postdoctoral research staff. Evidence of highly developed interpersonal and collaboration skills with demonstrated ability to work and influence across disciplines, faculties, institutions, industry and professional bodies. Desirable: A medical practitioner with expertise in ophthalmology who ideally is registered or eligible to be registered in Australia (AHPRA). Full details can be found in the position description. UNSW Benefits and Culture: UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to a plethora of UNSW-perks including: Flexible working  Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period​  Access to lifelong learning and career development Progressive HR practices​  More information on the great staff benefits and culture can be found here. How to apply: Please click on THIS LINK to apply. Applications should not be sent to the contact listed below. Please provide a resume and a separate cover letter addressing the key skills and experience for the role listed in the Position Description. Pre-Employment Checks Aligned with UNSW’s focus on cultivating a workplace defined by safety, ethical conduct, and strong integrity preferred candidates will be required to participate in a combination of pre-employment checks relevant to the role they have applied for. These pre-employment checks may include a combination of some of the following checks: Confirmation of Aboriginality documentation National and International Criminal history checks Entitlement to work and ID checks Working With Children Checks Completion of a Gender-Based Violence Prevention Declaration Verification of relevant qualifications Verification of relevant professional membership Employment history and reference checks Financial responsibility assessments/checks Medical Checks and Assessments Compliance with the necessary combination of these checks is a condition of employment at UNSW. Enquiries: Merita O'Connell, Talent Acquisition Partner E: merita.oconnell@unsw.edu.au Professor Cheryl Jones, Dean of Medicine & Health E: cheryl.jones1@unsw.edu.au Applications close: Sunday 10th May before 11.30pm Sydney time. UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

Role type: Full-time; Fixed-term for 3 years Faculty: Medicine, Dentistry, Health & Sciences School: Melbourne Medical School Salary: $87,266 - $ 118,416 p.a. plus 17% super Lead sophisticated visual neuroscience experiments / Access world-class imaging and microscopy platforms / Build supervision, publishing and grant-writing experience Apply now to drive innovative retina and brain research while expanding your technical, analytical and leadership capabilities. Investing in you - 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities. The University of Melbourne We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website. Your next career opportunity In this role, you will lead sophisticated in vivo and molecular experiments exploring neurovascular communication in vision. You will collaborate closely with experts at CERA and Melbourne Medical School, supervising students and shaping ambitious projects. You will strengthen your publication record and grant-writing portfolio within a highly resourced, innovation-driven research environment. What you will deliver: Conduct advanced in vivo and ex vivo imaging and microsurgery in rodents, focusing on retina, optic nerve and brain. Perform molecular, cellular and histological experiments, including AAV injections, tissue processing, immunostaining and stereological confocal image analysis. Develop and apply image and data analysis pipelines using ImageJ, R, MATLAB and relevant programming languages. Plan, troubleshoot and optimise experiments, maintain meticulous records, and prepare data, manuscripts and grant applications for dissemination. Supervise and train students and lab members, contributing to a safe, well-resourced and collegial laboratory environment. You may be a great fit if you: Hold a PhD in visual sciences, neuroscience or a closely related discipline. Demonstrate a strong publication or funding track record in visual science, neuroscience or related neurovascular fields. Bring substantial hands-on experience in rodent in vivo and ex vivo imaging, microsurgery, eye and brain dissection, and histology. Use advanced microscopy, ImageJ, R, MATLAB and core software such as Word, Excel, Prism and Adobe tools. Exhibit strong organisational skills, independence, problem-solving ability and adaptability within a fast-paced research environment. Preferably offer experience in eye research, neurodegenerative models, transgenic mice and programming, and be available from September 2026. For further information please refer to the attached PD. What we offer you! We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including: Build future financial security with 17% superannuation Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program For more information check out our benefits page! Your new team - Melbourne Medical School Joining the Visual Neurovascular Research Unit, you will work within CERA at the Eye and Ear Hospital. You will collaborate with clinicians and scientists across Melbourne Medical School and our broader health and biomedical partners. The team values curiosity, rigour and collaboration, offering strong mentoring, world-class facilities and clear pathways for research independence. Be Yourself The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. The diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb. We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. Learn more about how we support an accessible recruitment process. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Visit our Indigenous staff page to learn more about our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at oied-hr@unimelb.edu.au. Application essentials: Visit "apply with us" to learn more about the process, including tips and FAQs. This role is eligible for visa sponsorship and we welcome international applicants. If successful, we will support you through this process. A Working with Children Check is required for all positions. If successful, we will guide you through the process and reimburse you. Please upload your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and experience as part of the application process. Please upload your responses to the Selection Criteria, found in the Position Description. Want to know more? For queries related to this specific position, contact Luis Alarcon-Martinez at alarconmartinez@unimelb.edu.au For questions related to our recruitment process email Dijana at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au For recruitment adjustments contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments'). Apply today, and join a community that's shaping the future. Applications close: 1 May 2026 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone. Position Description: PD-JR-011509 Research Assistant.pdf PD-JR-011509 Research Assistant.doc

Position Details Full-Time | Fixed term until 30 November 2027 Academic Level B | $113,211 - $133,974 p.a. Location: Bedford Park / Kaurna Country View Position Description About the Role The Research Fellow will play a key part in advancing a dynamic research project, working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary Research Team to achieve project milestones and Key Performance Indicators. The incumbent will bring conversation analysis expertise, contributing both independently and as part of the team to the planning and delivery of research activities, bringing forward innovative ideas, reviewing relevant literature, and supporting the generation of high-quality data. This will be a lead role in coordinating and delivering project tasks, particularly those involving collaboration with industry partners, ensuring effective communication and alignment of objectives. The position also involves contributing to the preparation and refinement of grant applications, as well as participating in seminars, meetings, and conferences to support knowledge exchange and project visibility. A strong focus of the role is maintaining ethical, rigorous, and impactful research practices. This includes contributing to scholarly outputs such as publications in high-quality journals and supporting applications for external research funding. Please refer to the attached position description for a comprehensive list of roles and responsibilities This position makes a significant contribution to the University’s strategic plan to changing 10 million lives, Every One Matters, by 2035 through education, research and partnership, opening opportunity, solving real-world problems and translating knowledge into outcomes that strengthen communities. College of Nursing and Health Sciences  At the College of Nursing and Health Sciences, we aim to be an innovator in contemporary education producing a safer and more resilient health and social care workforce. Our mission is to improve lives and empower communities, enabling better health and caring in the world through an exceptional student learning experience. At the College, our research mission is about co-creating new knowledge which promotes wellbeing, and better care and support, to individuals and communities across the lifespan. We work proactively with industry partners and professional bodies leading to more employable and innovative graduates. About You You will hold a PhD in a relevant social science or health discipline, with a strong academic background aligned to the responsibilities of the role. You bring demonstrated expertise in conversation analysis, supported by a track record of high-quality research and scholarly contribution. You are an effective collaborator with experience working in transdisciplinary teams, including engagement with non-academic partners such as clinicians and healthcare consumers. Your ability to build and maintain productive relationships with diverse stakeholders will be essential to your success in this role. You will bring experience in conducting research in healthcare settings or palliative care, or transferrable experience from other professional settings. With excellent communication and interpersonal skills, you are confident contributing to collaborative projects while also taking initiative where required. You demonstrate strong leadership capabilities and a proactive approach to advancing research outcomes. You will also have a proven record of research dissemination, including publications in leading international journals, as well as experience producing reports, conference presentations, and other scholarly outputs. Life at Flinders We're transforming and investing in people and facilities to create contemporary, stimulating, and satisfying learning and work environments that reflect our core values of excellence, innovation, courage, and integrity. Flinders is refocusing its strategic priorities with the aim of elevating its performance to be a top ten Australian university, and amongst the top 1% in the world. Reaching beyond the limits of buildings, borders, and backgrounds, ours is an inclusive culture that believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all. We don't just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them. So, why work at Flinders? 17% Superannuation + salary packaging options Flexible working arrangements Our commitment to wellbeing through our Thriving@Flinders initiative Wide range of professional development activities and services, including exclusive staff study offers  We embrace diversity and promote equity and inclusion for all students and staff, as shown through our three SAGE Cygnet Awards. Vibrant campus life and amenities including on campus health care services, gym and childcare centre(Bedford Park, South Australia). Our Commitment to Reconciliation and Indigenous Employment Flinders University is proud to be an organisation that is committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan and Indigenous Workforce Strategy. Our vision is to be a preferred employer for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are committed to progressing Indigenous advancement in education, research, employment, and wellbeing, and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all Flinders vacancies. Please see here for our Reconciliation Action Plan  Please see here for our Indigenous Workforce Strategy  Prescribed Conditions for Employment A current Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check which is satisfactory to the University will be required by Flinders University before the successful applicant can commence in this position. A criminal record will not automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration. Each case will be assessed on its individual merits and relevance to the inherent requirements of the role. In addition, it is a requirement of this position that the incumbent maintain a current Working with Children Check which is satisfactory to the University in accordance with the Child Safety (Prohibited Persons) Act 2016 (SA). SA: Staff working in a health care setting are strongly recommended to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 in line with the SA Health policy. How to Apply and Information You are required to submit a CV, along with a Suitability Statement as a separate document. This should be no more than 3 pages, and address the Key Position Capabilities of the Position Description For more information regarding this position, please contact Stuart Ekberg Certification Applications to be submitted before 10.00pm: 23 Apr 2026 At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities. Flinders. Fearless.