Careers
Join our dedicated team
Whether you’re interested in becoming a HMRI researcher, health and medical job opportunities, or looking to become part of our professional staff, everyone plays a vital role in delivering quality medical research.
Professional staff opportunities
Join our dedicated team at HMRI.
Researcher job opportunities
Explore academic, clinical and research support job opportunities.
Apply to be a HMRI affiliate
Join over 1700 researchers, staff and students all working to transform health and wellbeing.
Professional staff opportunities
Join our dedicated team at HMRI.
Researcher job opportunities
Explore academic, clinical and research support job opportunities.
Apply to be a HMRI affiliate
Join over 1700 researchers, staff and students all working to transform health and wellbeing.
Professional staff opportunities
HMRI staff provide a range of invaluable services that drive, enhance and accelerate research.
These services include our cutting-edge Clinical Trials Unit, Data Sciences, Health Economics, Research Impact, and Imaging. Our Corporate team also provides a range of support across leadership, partnerships, technology, grant development, philanthropy, marketing, and more.
Benefits of working with HMRI
- Flexible and hybrid working options
- Salary packaging benefits
- Be part of a purpose-driven organisation
- Ongoing professional and skills development
- Regular social and wellbeing programs
- Access our world-class research facilities
If you’re interested in joining the team, any current opportunities will be listed below or contact our Recruitment team.
Infrastructure Support Officer
About the Opportunity Hunter Medical Research Institute (HMRI) is a leading Australian health research organisation dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of our communities through excellence in research, innovation, and collaboration. We are seeking an organised and service-focused Infrastructure Support Officer to join our Operations Group and provide high-quality administrative and operational support to our Infrastructure Team. This is a part time opportunity, working 28 hours per week on a maximum term contract up to 31 December 2026. About the role: Reporting to the Infrastructure Services Coordinator, you will:
About you: You will bring:
Why Work for us? Join a purpose-driven organisation, work in modern facilities, and contribute to operational excellence supporting vital medical research. We offer a supportive work environment with a range of benefits to promote work-life balance and professional growth, including:
You’ll be part of a be part of a dynamic and supportive Facilities Management team. How to Apply Sound like you? We’d love to hear from you! Please email your application to [email protected] with an up-to-date resume and cover letter, including examples of engaging and inspirational campaigns you have developed in your career. For more information on the role download the position description. Applications close 1 March 2026 |
Senior Accountant
About the Opportunity Hunter Medical Research Institute (HMRI) is one of Australia’s leading health research organisations, driving innovation and improving health outcomes through world-class research and strong partnerships with clinicians, universities and the community. We are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join our Finance team and support the delivery of accurate, timely and insightful financial information across the organisation—particularly in our Clinical Trials operations. This is a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month contract, covering a period of parental leave. About the role: Reporting to the Finance Manager, the Senior Accountant is a key contributor to HMRI’s finance function, partnering closely with the Head of Finance and Commercial Services, clinical operations and project teams. This role combines strong technical accounting capability with stakeholder engagement, management reporting and continuous improvement—making it ideal for a professional who enjoys working in a complex, mission-driven environment. Key responsibilities:
About you: You are a detail-oriented and analytical finance professional who enjoys partnering with stakeholders and working in a complex funding environment. You will bring:
Why Work for us? Join a purpose-driven organisation, work in modern facilities, and contribute to operational excellence supporting vital medical research. We offer a supportive work environment with a range of benefits to promote work-life balance and professional growth, including:
You’ll be part of a be part of a dynamic and supportive finance team.
How to Apply Sound like you? We’d love to hear from you! Please email your application to [email protected] with an up-to-date resume and cover letter, including examples of engaging and inspirational campaigns you have developed in your career. For more information on the role download the position description. Applications close 1 March 2026 |
There are no current job openings.
Researcher job opportunities
Due to HMRI’s unique structure and close partnership with the region’s health service and leading university, research positions are primarily managed through the University of Newcastle and Hunter New England Local Health District.
Apply to be a HMRI affiliate
Health and medical researchers in our region’s ecosystem can join our community and become a HMRI affiliate.
Join over 1700 researchers, staff and students all working to transform health and wellbeing. HMRI is here to support health and medical research in our region.
Become a HMRI affiliate to access our expert research accelerator support system, for access to HMRI’s facilities, networking events, and access to a range of diverse opportunities.
Who can become an affiliate?
HMRI affiliation is open to individuals who are active in, wish to grow their capability in, or support health and/or medical research; and who meet at least one of the following criteria:
- Employed by HMRI and actively participate in research;
- Employed by Partner Organisations;1
- Research Higher Degree Students (PhD or Masters by Research) at the University of Newcastle2
- University of Newcastle Conjoint or Visiting Academic.
Individuals who previously met the above criteria, but no longer do, and wish to remain connected with HMRI may do so as HMRI Alumni.
1. The University of Newcastle, Hunter New England Local Health District and Calvary Mater Newcastle.
2. Undergraduate and Honours students and RHD students not enrolled at the University of Newcastle are not eligible for affiliation.
How to become an affiliate
To become an affiliate, please visit our portal at my.hmri.org.au and complete the survey in the Affiliate section.
- Affiliates can access HMRI’s research services including Clinical Trials Unit, Health Economics, Data Science, Research Impact, our Imaging Centre, Histology, Philanthropy, Marketing and Communications
- Facilities benefits including access to HMRI meeting rooms, hot desks and common areas, opportunities for networking and collaboration, access to seminars, training, events and REDCap.
- Additional benefits may also include access to a range of labs, the Clinical Research facility, grant and funding opportunities, leadership and growth opportunities for early and mid-career researchers, public promotion of research projects, recruitment assistance for research study participants and access to specialist research equipment.
For more information, please contact our Affiliates team
