Job no: 503895
Work type: Academic
Location: Bruce
Categories: Research Only
* Shape the future of student-led clinical services through impactful research
* UC Level B, Salary Range $116,403 pa - $137,865 pa (pro rata) plus 17% Super
* 0.5 FTE Part-time, Fixed Term till December 2026
About us:
Dynamic and inclusive, the University of Canberra empowers, connects, and shares knowledge with the diverse people, cultures, and environments of Australia’s capital. Ranked number one in Canberra for graduate employment, skills development, and student support, UC delivers practical, industry-connected learning that leads to real-world success.
Through our Connected – A Decadal Strategy 2023-2032, UC is committed to our purpose and values in leading the national education & research sector, championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The University of Canberra welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodiversity, and individuals from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
About the opportunity:
Our UC Health Clinics integrate high-quality, affordable allied health services with hands-on student education for the Canberra community. The UC Health Clinics are now embarking on an exciting strategic realignment to embed a strong, practice-based research portfolio, and we are seeking a high-performing Post-Doctoral Researcher to help lead this next phase.
Reporting to the Academic Lead (Clinics Convenor) and working closely with the Associate Dean of Work Integrated Learning, you will lead and deliver evaluation and research projects focused on student-led services within UC Health Clinics.
Please note this is a fully onsite role, commencing as soon as possible and concluding in December 2026.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead independent research aligned with UC Health Clinics priorities
* Design and deliver evaluation projects within student-led clinical services
* Prepare ethics submissions, manage data collection and undertake rigorous analysis and publish impactful research in high-quality journals and present findings at academic forums
* Collaborate closely with clinical educators, professional staff, students and health consumers
About You:
You are an independent and motivated researcher who is confident leading projects end-to-end. You communicate with clarity and professionalism, and build strong working relationships across multidisciplinary teams.
You will bring a PhD in a health discipline (or equivalent research experience), and a demonstrated capacity to independently produce research outputs within defined timeframes.
Clinical experience in a discipline relevant to UC Health Clinics, such as Physiotherapy, Exercise Physiology, Psychology, Occupational Therapy, Dietetics or Optometry is favourable but not essential.
Offerings/ Benefits/ Culture:
The University offers excellent conditions and benefits which can be explored on our “Work at UC” site which includes:
* Family-friendly policies
* On campus Gym, Medical services, Cafes, Post office, Supermarket and Early Childhood Education and Care facilities.
* Professional Development offerings (study assistance, corporate programs and discounts)
* Access to Employee Assistance Program and a corporate private Health Plan (Bupa)
Submit your CV No additional documents required. We ask that you take this opportunity to align your CV with the Position Description, ensuring that your skills and experience are clearly articulated in connection with the specific requirements of the role.
Working rights: Applicants who wish to apply for this position must have valid working rights at the time of submission.
WWVP: The University of Canberra is committed to the safety of vulnerable and young people. As such, the successful candidate will be required to have a current ACT working with vulnerable people registration.
For job specific information: please contact Allyson Flynn, Clinical Convenor - UC Health Clinics, .
For recruitment and application questions: please contact the Talent Solutions team on 02 6206 3867 or email. If you would like to request a reasonable adjustment to the selection process, please feel free to contact us.
Closing date: 11.55pm, Sunday 8 March 2026
Advertised: 27 Feb 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time