• Job No.: 650054
• Location: 553 St Kilda Road, Melbourne
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Duration: 5-year fixed-term appointment
• Remuneration: $203,891 pa Level E (plus 17% employer superannuation)
• Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University
• Join our inclusive, collaborative community
• Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas - and the people who discover them

At Monash, work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, from contributing to something groundbreaking – a place where great things happen.

We value difference and diversity, and welcome and celebrate everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. That’s why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.

Together with our commitment to academic freedom, you will have access to quality research facilities, infrastructure, world class teaching spaces, and international collaboration opportunities.

Learn more about Monash.

About Us

The School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine is the leading School of Public Health in the region and plays a vital role in improving human health and health care globally, through research, education, and advocacy. We excel in research methods and delivery with an emphasis on governance and ethics, biostatistics and epidemiology, and translation and implementation of our outputs.

The School, part of the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, is centred at the Alfred Hospital Campus with satellite units and partners embedded across other major Monash-affiliated hospitals, research institutes and public health organisations.

The Opportunity

Looking for your next challenge as a world-renowned expert in Cancer research? Look no further than our prestigious university's Tony Charlton Chair and Professor in Cancer Research!

We proudly announce an opening for a Professor of Cancer Research in our esteemed institution. The Tony Charlton Chair is a prestigious position that comes with a wealth of opportunities to conduct cutting-edge research and collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the field.

The Tony Charlton Chair of Oncology is a key leadership position within the School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine (SPHPM), established to foster the translation, acceleration and transfer of research findings into clinical practice. The primary purpose of the role is to exercise a special responsibility in providing leadership and fostering excellence in clinical and health services oncology research, across the School’s cancer research program, within the university and the broader community, both scholarly and in general.

The role further strengthens strong collaborations between Alfred Health and Monash University and is expected to interact with government bodies, speciality groups (nationally and internationally), and key stakeholders including staff and students. There is opportunity to grow and shape the program in line with research interests and priorities.

As a Professor of Cancer Research, you will have the opportunity to make groundbreaking discoveries that have the potential to change the lives of millions of people worldwide. You will also have access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources to support your research, including the latest technologies and equipment.

In addition to your research duties, you will also be responsible for teaching and mentoring the next generation of cancer researchers. As a leading figure in the field, you will inspire and guide young scientists to achieve their full potential and make their own contributions to the fight against cancer.

The Benefits

We offer you an engaging and dynamic role that includes many opportunities to network with highly motivated colleagues around the globe, as part of a committed and professional team. Our collaborative and supportive environment will offer you many benefits, including a competitive salary (including 17% Superannuation), travel and relocation support, and opportunities for training and development.

This challenging role will deliver great rewards to the right applicant. Our culture is one that welcomes all and embraces diversity. We are firm believers that our people are our most valuable asset, so we work to grow and diversify the skills and successes of our staff. We invite you to apply to join us as part of our dynamic learning programs and high-quality research environment.

To be considered for this role, you must hold a PhD in cancer research or a related field, and have an outstanding track record of research achievements, including high-impact publications and successful grant applications. You must also demonstrate exceptional leadership skills and a commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.

If you are ready to take your career to the next level and make a real difference in the fight against cancer, we encourage you to apply for the Tony Charlton Chair today. We look forward to receiving your application!

Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from First Nations people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodiverse people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.

Join the pursuit of our purpose to build a better future for ourselves and our communities – #ChangeIt with us.

Monash avidly supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments more easily.

Your application must address the selection criteria. Please refer to "How to apply for Monash Jobs".

Enquiries

Professor Sophia Zoungas, Head, School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, [email protected] using the subject line: Professor of Cancer Research and Tony Charlton Chair enquiry via EthicalJobs.

A position description is attached.

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