"Senior Research Fellow, Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD)"

•  493865
•  Townsville
•  Academic
•  Full time
•  Closing on: Nov 24 2025
• Full time - 36.25 hours per week
• Fixed term to 20 January 2027
• Academic Level C - $133,495 - $153,251
• Lead innovative pre-clinical and clinical research that transforms the future of vascular care in the Tropics.
• Thrive in a collaborative, multidisciplinary research environment.
• Shape the next generation of researchers

Join a nationally leading research centre improving the lives of people with peripheral vascular disease. The Queensland Research Centre for Peripheral Vascular Disease (QRC-PVD) is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Research Fellow to help drive world-class clinical and pre-clinical research aimed at transforming outcomes for communities across northern Australia.

About the role

As the Senior Research Fellow, you will play a central role in managing and advancing the laboratory and pre-clinical research agenda of the QRC-PVD. Working closely with the Director and research leadership team, you will oversee laboratory operations, supervise research staff and students, and contribute to both pre-clinical and clinical studies—including major clinical trials and the Peripheral Vascular Biobank.

You will lead complex research activities, support ethics and governance submissions, prepare high-quality publications, and contribute to grant development and new research protocols. This position also offers opportunities for professional engagement, collaboration across disciplines, and meaningful impact on health outcomes in rural, remote and underserved communities.

What you’ll do

• Conduct high-impact laboratory and pre-clinical research, including animal models, molecular biology and histology techniques.
• Contribute to clinical research and clinical trials conducted within the centre.
• Supervise and mentor research staff, HDR candidates and Honours students across the clinical and pre-clinical teams.
• Oversee laboratory studies, sample storage, research reporting and project progress.
• Prepare publications, grant applications, ethics submissions and project documentation.
• Strengthen the research culture and academic output of the QRC-PVD and affiliated groups.
• Engage with professional networks, conferences and seminars to enhance research impact.
• Uphold JCU’s values, commitment to reconciliation and sustainability, and ensure safe and ethical research practices.

About you

You will be an experienced and independent researcher with:

• A PhD in a relevant discipline (e.g., biomedical science, medicine, cardiovascular research) and significant research experience (10+ years).
• Deep knowledge of laboratory and animal research methodologies, including NHMRC ethics requirements.
• Demonstrated capacity to manage complex research projects and publish high-quality outputs.
• Strong organisational, communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience supervising staff and students in a multidisciplinary research environment.
• (Desirable) Advanced research design or statistical analysis skills and experience leading diverse research teams.

Why join JCU?

At James Cook University, you’ll be part of a mission-driven institution dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of northern Australia and the Tropics. You’ll contribute to research that matters—research with real local impact and global relevance. Work alongside respected scientists, clinicians and collaborators committed to excellence, innovation and social accountability.

How to Apply

Click the ‘apply’ button where you will be asked to complete an application form or alternatively, please apply directly via the via the JCU careers page and follow the below steps:

1. Complete the application form
2. Upload your current resume
3. Upload a cover letter outlining your relevant experience in relation to the key requirements of the role and how your skills and experience will ensure your success in the role. 

Further information is available by contacting Candi Lee on 4781 5715 or via email candi.lee@jcu.edu.au

 James Cook University encourages people from all backgrounds who meet role requirements to apply. We value and celebrate the diversity of our community, and are committed to ensuring our community, and are committed to ensuring our learning and working environment is safe and welcoming.