Research Fellow (Food Security Program Evaluation)

About the role

Monash University is recruiting a Research Fellow for its Remote Food Systems program, based in Darwin and linked to the Menzies School of Health Research nutrition program. The fellow contributes to a Commonwealth Government food security initiative and an NHMRC-funded project on climate change and food security in remote Australia. The role leads the co-design and delivery of an evaluation of a remote food security program, working with the programme organisation and other stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

• Co-design and deliver an evaluation of a remote food security program
• Coordinate engagement with stakeholders and establish a reference group
• Manage ethics processes
• Lead data collection, analysis and reporting
• Contribute to a collaborative case study with remote communities in Queensland and the Northern Territory, translating community-led research findings into evidence for policy recommendations and strengthening partner organisations' research capacity
• Travel to remote communities will be required

Required profile

• Honours or doctoral level qualification, depending on appointment level
• Demonstrated research, analytical and evaluation skills
• Experience preparing reports and publications
• Extensive knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health research principles
• Present valid and current Australian work rights

Required skills

• Strong proficiency in research and analytical software such as NVivo
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

The appointment is a 12-month fixed-term position at Level A or Level B, with remuneration of $86,195-$116,981 per year (plus 17% employer superannuation) for Level A and $123,138-$146,228 per year (plus 17% employer superannuation) for Level B. Applicants must state their preference for Level A or Level B in the cover letter. Applications close on 17 November 2026; employment is contingent on passing pre-employment and background checks.