Job No.:687591Location:Parkville campusEmployment Type:Full-timeDuration:1 year fixed-term appointmentRemuneration:$83,280 - $113,025 pa Level A (plus 17% employer superannuation)Opportunity This Research Fellow position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to NHMRC-funded research programs focused on G protein-coupled receptor (GPCR) signalling and translational pharmacology. Working within the GPCR EcoPharmacology Laboratory at the Monash Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences (MIPS), and in collaboration with leading neurovascular research teams, you will join a multidisciplinary research environment spanning receptor pharmacology, intracellular signalling, and disease-relevant cellular models.The successful candidate will perform in vitro pharmacological and biochemical assays, including cell-based signalling assays and downstream pathway analysis.About YouA PhD in Pharmacology, Molecular Biology, Biomedical Science, or a related discipline.Strong hands‐on experience in molecular pharmacology, preferably GPCR‐focused.Solid understanding of receptor pharmacology.Evidence of high‐quality publications and independent research capabilities.Excellent communication and teamwork skills.Experience with primary cell culture.Interest in translational drug discovery.About Monash University At Monash, work feels different. There's a sense of belonging, from contributing to something ground‐breaking – a place where great things happen. We make tangible contributions because our purpose is clear; to deliver positive economic, social and environmental impact in resolving the global challenges of our age. At the core of achieving this purpose is the diversity of our staff. We welcome and value everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. When you come to work, you can be yourself, be a change‐maker and develop your career in exciting ways. This is why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.Some 20,000 staff work for Monash around the world. We have 95,000 students, four Australian campuses, and campuses in Malaysia and Indonesia. We also have a major presence in India and China, and a significant centre and research foundation in Italy. In our short history, we have skyrocketed through global university rankings and established ourselves consistently among the world's best tertiary institutions. We rank in the world's top‐50 universities in rankings including the QS World University Rankings 2026. Together with our commitment to academic freedom, you will have access to quality research facilities, infrastructure, world‐class teaching spaces, and international collaboration opportunities.To Apply Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.For instructions on how to apply, please refer to 'How to apply for Monash Jobs'. Your application must address the Key Selection Criteria.Supporting a Diverse Workforce Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments, please contact us at hr-recruitment@monash.edu in an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments Request' for a confidential discussion. Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre‐employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.Enquiries:Anh TN Nguyen, ARC DECRA Fellow, Head of GPCR EcoPharmacology Lab, Ph: +613 9903 9056Applications Close:Sunday 22 March 2026, 11:55pm AEDT#J-18808-Ljbffr