Lead Research Fellow
Job no: 914123
Work type: Full time
Location: Adelaide CBD
Categories: Various categories
- Central Adelaide Local Health Network
- Centre for Treatment of Anxiety and Depression (CTAD) - Thebarton
- PO4 Salary $110,696 - $120,470pa + Super + Salary Packaging
- Full-Time, Temporary Contract until 30th June 2026. Part time applicants will also be considered.
About the Role
As the Lead Research Fellow, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of mental health research through the Centre for Treatment of Anxiety and Depression (CTAD). This position offers the opportunity to lead innovative, multi-disciplinary research initiatives that harness CTAD’s rich clinical data to deliver real-world impact in mental health care. Working with a high level of independence, you’ll guide research direction, prioritise resources, and drive the growth of a cutting-edge program that connects evidence, practice, and policy, within the setting of an active psychological therapy and training clinic.
You’ll be at the forefront of mental health innovation—providing expert guidance on emerging research trends, fostering collaboration across academic and clinical settings, and mentoring the next generation of researchers. With a strong foundation in mental health research methodologies, data analytics, and leadership, you’ll contribute to meaningful change that enhances outcomes for mental health service users across South Australia and beyond.
About You
You are an accomplished researcher and strategic leader with a passion for advancing mental health care through data-driven, applied research. With a strong academic foundation and a proven ability to lead complex, multi-disciplinary research initiatives, you bring both scientific excellence and a collaborative spirit to this pivotal role.
To be successful in this position, you will have:
- A PhD in Psychology, Psychiatry, Public Health, Health Services Research, or a closely related field.
- Demonstrated leadership, mentorship and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Expertise in advanced data analytics, managing large clinical datasets, and driving innovative mental health research programs.
- A strong record of high-quality publications.
About CALHN
At Central Adelaide (CALHN), we’re shaping the future of health through excellence in clinical care, research, and innovation. As South Australia’s largest health network, we deliver exceptional, safe and connected healthcare—for our patients, our community, and our people.
With more than 17,000 dedicated employees, every day at CALHN presents an opportunity to make a real impact—not because it’s expected, but because our values guide us to be our best.
Join us and be part of a team that’s driven by a commitment to a seamless safe and connected experience for all.
Find out more about our stories , our network, and the opportunities to be part of CALHN.
Benefits of Joining CALHN
At CALHN, we're dedicated to your career satisfaction and wellbeing, offering tailored benefits for healthcare professionals, including:
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Salary Benefits: Enjoy flexible salary packaging options, including up to $9,010 each FBT year for living expenses (such as mortgage, rent, utilities and groceries) plus an additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses.
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Annual Leave: Enjoy paid recreation leave for essential rejuvenation, with leave loading applied.
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Health and Fitness Benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program for you and your family, plus an annual voluntary flu vaccination to support your wellbeing.
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Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and support services for you and your family via our Employee Assistance Program.
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Flexible Work Arrangements: The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
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Employee Recognition: Join a workplace where our people are celebrated through awards for innovation, collaboration, and outstanding contributions to health.
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Career Opportunities: Explore career growth within the SA Health system with opportunities for skill development and movement across various metropolitan and regional sites.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
CALHN is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community.
Application Information:
- Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required.
- Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and compliant Immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.
- SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.
Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position.
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Application Closing Date
11:55 pm Wednesday 5th November 2025
Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further information
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