Nominations now open

Nominations are invited from interested individuals to serve on advisory committees that provide expert advice to the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) and the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing (the Department) on health and medical research in Australia. The Department is responsible for the administration of the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF).

NHMRC is also seeking to establish a joint advisory committee with theAustralian Research Council (ARC) to advise on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in research, research funding processes and grant management (including applications and peer review) and research translation. The NHMRC-ARC AI Advisory Committee may also provide advice to the Department for the purposes of supporting the MRFF.

Click here for more information on each of the advisory committees
To nominate, please complete the online nomination form.
Refer to the FAQs available on the nomination form webpage for common questions or contact NHMRC.appointments@nhmrc.gov.au for further information.

National Indigenous Immunisation Research Fellow

National Indigenous Immunisation Research Fellow , Health Manager Level 3: Applies epidemiological methods, qualitative research and community knowledge to inform immunisation policy and programs. This role may particularly interest Indigenous epidemiologists who want to connect data and research with community priorities and national policy.

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time until 30 June 2029

Position Classification: Health Mgr Lvl 3
Remuneration: 137525 - 156231 full-time equivalent base salary range (+12% super + 17.5% leave loading and salary packaging) 

Hours Per Week: 27
Location: Westmead

Applications Close: Midnight on 27 October 2026

For role related queries or questions contact Elizabeth Wareham on Elizabeth.Wareham@health.nsw.gov.au

National Indigenous Engagement Manager, Health Manager Level 2: Leads stakeholder engagement, supports the national Immunisation Leadership Committee, and ensures Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives inform work across NCIRS.

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until 30 June 2029

Position Classification: Health Mgr Lvl 2
Remuneration: 118821 - 140201 full-time equivalent base salary range (+12% super + 17.5% leave loading and salary packaging) 

Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Westmead
Applications Close: Midnight on 27 October 2026
For role related queries or questions contact Elizabeth Wareham on Elizabeth.Wareham@health.nsw.gov.au

Mater Research are looking for a Senior Research Officer to join the team! This is a two-year fixed-term role in a full-time capacity at 38 hours per week. It will be based at our South Brisbane campus.

This role is based on Turrbal and Jagera Country, intended for current or emerging Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander research leaders. Fellows are expected to build an individual research profile, establish national and international collaborations, and progressively transition towards research independence and future co-leadership opportunities. Career Track Fellows will be engaged in leadership meetings and activities involving the Group Leaders including the monthly discussion forums and professional training activities. Career Track Fellows will be engaged in some committee/administrative work to increase research leadership skills and service.

Applications Close: 1 November 2026
For Full PD and to apply, please click here

Full-Time, Fixed term until January 2029
Join one of Australia’s leading Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander led health research teams and help drive meaningful change. As a Senior Research Fellow within Wardliparingga, you will lead impactful, community driven research that advances health equity and improves outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples across Australia.

We are seeking a Senior Research Fellow to join Wardliparingga Aboriginal Health Equity Theme and contribute to the delivery of impactful, community led research that advances health equity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples across South Australia and nationally.

In this role, you will provide research leadership across a diverse portfolio of projects delivered in partnership with health services, communities and key stakeholders. Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, you will lead and contribute to high quality mixed methods research, translating evidence into meaningful improvements in health services, policies and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

If you share our values and principles of research conduct, we want you to join our research team!

Applications Close: 21 November 2026
For more information and to apply, please click here

For more information, please contact Fidelma McCorry  Fidelma.McCorry@sahmri.com