Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why.
Griffith was created to be a different type of university. You’ll find we’re about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you’ll achieve them.

Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence.

Our Laboratory has a clear mission: Identify those responsible for the most serious criminal harm in our communities and design evidence driven strategies to stop that harm.

We focus on the most consequential and complex offenders, including those involved in homicide, extreme violence, domestic abuse, and sexual violence against both adults and children. This is work at the sharp edge of public safety, where rigorous research has the potential to save lives and transform systems.

What sets us apart is unparalleled access to data. Through our Social Analytics Laboratory, we work with complete, current, and deeply integrated police datasets spanning all of Queensland - an extraordinary resource that allows us to uncover patterns, predict risks, and generate insights few others can.

As a Research Fellow, you won’t just analyse data - you’ll drive impact. You will play a central role in advancing our mission: producing high-quality research, publishing influential findings, and securing competitive grants that expand of our work. This is an opportunity to contribute to research that matters, work that informs policy, strengthens justice systems, and makes communities safer.

The Research Fellow position is a member of the School of Applied Psychology, Griffith Health Group. The Research Fellow will work on and provide high level assistance to support the overall progress of the research deliverables of the research projects through development of research outputs, and any other related tasks as indicated by the Chief Investigator.

In this role you will;

• Deliver advanced analyses using integrated police datasets to generate insights that reduce serious violent and sexual harm.
• Develop risk assessments to identify people who commit serious violent and sexual harm.
• Drive publications, reports, and grant proposals that translate complex findings into actionable strategies for justice and public safety partners.
• Mentor emerging researchers, supervise project staff, and uphold rigorous ethical and professional standards across all research activity.

This is a fixed term (12 months), full time position primarily based at Griffith University Brisbane South (Nathan). As Griffith is a multi-site university you may be required to work across other locations.

Griffith University’s sites are located on the lands of the Yugarabul, Yuggera, Jagera, Turrbal, Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.

Salary Range
The full time equivalent base salary will be Research Fellow Grade 1 range $91,705 - $107,420 per annum + 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $107,295 - $125,682 per annum.

To be successful in this role you will have;

• Strong knowledge of serious offending, ideally supported by practical experience working with offenders or victims.
• Proven ability to analyse large datasets using statistical methods (experience with R is highly desirable).
• Demonstrated track record in producing peer-reviewed publications, research reports, or evidence‑based insights.

• Experience mentoring students or supervising research assistants, with the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong understanding of research ethics, data governance, and safe handling of sensitive or criminal justice datasets.

Why Griffith?
As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:

• Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts
• Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading
• Health Safety and Wellbeing initiatives – on campus Gym facilities

How to apply
At Griffith, we’re committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever you’re from. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page. Our University is committed to fostering a safe, respectful and inclusive community for all. In alignment with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence (2025), Griffith University includes a declaration as part of the recruitment journey to uphold the values and standards of our community. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffith’s Modern Slavery Policy.

Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:

• A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the qualifications above and the position description)
• Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details
• Names and contact details of at least three professional referees (no contact will be made without your permission)

Applicants must have unrestricted working rights. VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.

For further information specifically about this role, please contact Professor Mark Kebbell at [email protected].

For application and recruitment advice, please contact Maria Mahon, Talent Acquisition Partner at [email protected].          

Closing date: Monday 15th June at 11:59pm AEST.  All applications must be submitted online.

Please allow at least 1 – 2 weeks from the closing date to expect an application update.