The Australian National Phenome Centre (ANPC) is a national Core Facility for high-resolution metabolic phenotyping and translational bioscience. Based within the Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research in Perth’s Murdoch Health Precinct, the Centre integrates advanced Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR), mass spectrometry, automation and bioinformatics platforms to support industrial-scale biological analysis and population-scale phenotyping at the interface of research, healthcare and industry. The ANPC is a key platform within Murdoch University’s Health Futures Institute.

The Centre supports research across a broad range of disciplines, including precision medicine and human health, population health and epidemiology, chronic disease prevention, nutrition and metabolic health, agriculture and food systems, environmental science, and systems biology research.

For more information about the Australian National Phenome Centre (ANPC) please refer to the ANPC brochure.

Your New Role!

Reporting to the Deputy Vice Chancellor, Research and Innovation, the Centre Director provides strategic, scientific and operational leadership for the Australian National Phenome Centre (ANPC). The role is responsible for setting the Centre’s vision and direction, maximising the impact of its infrastructure, and positioning the Centre as globally recognised leader in precision health, translational bioscience and population-scale discovery.

You will lead a multidisciplinary team of scientists and technical specialists, drive intentionally competitive research programs, secure major research investment, and support the translation of research outcomes into clinical, public health, commercial and societal impact.

Murdoch University welcomes expressions of interest from Associate Professors, recently appointment Professors and equivalent research leaders seeking to broaden their impact through the leadership of a nationally significant research capability.

Your key responsibilities will include –

Provide strategic, scientific and operational leadership for ANPC, setting the Centre’s vision and direction and maximising the impact of its research infrastructure
Drive internationally competitive research programs and secure major research investment to advance prevision health, phenomics and translational research
Build strategic partnership across academia, healthcare, government, and industry to support research translation and impact

Please refer to the Position Description and Duty Statement and the ANPC Brochure for further details.

What We Offer You!

This, Fixed Term (5 Years) | Full Time (37.5 hours per week) attracts the following remuneration:

$217,824.00 (pro rata) at the Academic Level E plus 17% employer superannuation contributions, potential market loading will be considered for the right candidate
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$169,509.00 to 186,557.00 (pro rata) at the Academic Level D plus 17% employer superannuation contributions, potential market loading will be considered for the right candidate

You’ll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Silver-tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI), awarded in 2025, reflects our commitment to LGBTIQA+ inclusion, equity, and creating a safe, welcoming environment for all. We strive to be the university of choice for First Nations peoples, honouring Indigenous knowledge. Sustainability is central to our community and guided by clear, confident leadership, we are working toward an ambitious future with goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by 2030.

As well as the flexibility to maintain a work life balance, our staff enjoy a vibrant, natural campus with world-class facilities, along with a variety of benefits, including:

Flexible work arrangements
Cultural Load and allowance - providing up to $8,944 per year to First Nations employees who are contributing cultural knowledge and perspectives beyond the scope of their role
Indigenous Language Allowance
Salary packaging options – such as purchasing leave, gym membership, car parking permit
Employee Assistance Program
On-campus services and facilities, such as a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital, and Chiropractic Clinic

For further information, check out our benefits and services page!

Join us!

Please apply online via the Apply Now button, along with submitting the following documents to support your application -

A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria and qualification requirement(s) (Please refer to the Position Description and Duty Statement)
Your most recent resume (CV)

What you’ll bring to the role:

A doctoral qualification (PhD or equivalent) in a relevant discipline such as biomedical science, health and medical research, metabolomics, systems biology, population health, bioinformatics, precision health or a closely related field.
Internationally recognised expertise in precision health, metabolomics, phenomics, systems biology or a related biomedical discipline
Demonstrated success in leading large-scale translational, clinical, cohort, epidemiology or multidisciplinary research programs
A strong track record in securing competitive research funding and developing internationally competitive research programs
Proven ability to translate research outcomes into clinical, public health, policy, industry, innovation or commercial applications with evidence of national and/or international research impact
Ability to undertake domestic and international travel and work across Murdoch University campuses, the Australia National Phenome Centre (ANPC), partner organisations and clinical and research precincts as required
Ability to work within laboratory, clinical, cohort and research environments to support research programs and strategic initiative

Please note, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a criminal record check in accordance with the University's Criminal Record Screening Procedure and Employee Background Checks Procedure.

Applicants should refer to the Position Description and Duty Statement for further details on the work requirements, duties, skills and experience required for this role. Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted.

Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia.

Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.

Contact Us

For enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out to Peter Eastwood, Deputy Vice Chancellor, Research and Innovation, Peter.Eastwood@murdoch.edu.au, and quote JR105851 as the reference.

Applications Close on 05 November 2026 (11:59pm AWST)

The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.

Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives, skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.

Murdoch University values workplace diversity, promotes inclusion, and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women, and individuals with disability. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.