Research Fellow (Level B) - Commercial Determinants of Health

Based in the College of Health, School of Public Health

• 1 Full time position - 1 FTE for 1 year
• 1 Part time position - 0.6 FTE for 4 years
• Level B - $114,917 - $135,932 per annum plus an employer contribution of 17% superannuation applies

Work on research related to the commercial determinants of health and equity including conduct of research projects, and communication of results to academic and policy and practice audiences. The position is funded by the National Health and Medical Research Council Centre for Research Excellence on Shaping Markets for Health Equity.

Experience

To join our community and thrive in this role, you will likely have the following skills and experience:

Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in public health, social sciences or other relevant discipline, and publication experience

Experience:

• Strong understanding of social and commercial determinants of health, including the political economy shaping population health, equity, and consumption patterns.
• Demonstrated experience conducting critical literature reviews and analysing government policy, services, and public policy documents using electronic research tools.
• Proven ability to design and implement qualitative research, including ethics applications, interview-based data collection, and qualitative data analysis.
• Track record of producing high-quality academic outputs, including writing for peer-reviewed journals and communicating research effectively in academic settings.
• Excellent organisational and teamwork skills, with the ability to manage priorities, meet competing deadlines, and contribute effectively within a research team with limited supervision.

Launch your future with Adelaide University now

Applying is simple. Simply click on the Apply Now button and upload:

• your current CV
• a cover letter that tells us why you’re excited about the role

The online application form will list the specific selection criteria that you need to address.

Submit your application by 11:30pm Tuesday, 7 April 2026.

The University reserves the right to close this advertisement before the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.

Please note that the role description is not attached to this advertisement as it is currently being finalised.

For further information about this opportunity, please contact (quoting reference number 492736):

Evelyn Ruth
Talent Acquisition Adviser
careers.adelaideuniversity@adelaide.edu.au

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