Podiatrist Grade 4 - Research Lead - Multiple Locations
Clayton, VIC, AU, 3168
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About the Role
Are you an experienced Podiatrist with a passion for research? We are looking for a skilled professional to lead research in our High-Risk Foot Service.
As a Research Podiatrist, you will collaborate with a dynamic Podiatry team, and wider multidisciplinary team to advance evidence-based care for patients with complex foot complications related to diabetes and other high-risk conditions. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact, improve patient outcomes, and be part of a Centre of Excellence.
About Us
Monash Health High Risk Foot Service provides best practice inpatient and outpatient care for patients with diabetes and complex limb threatening complications. The aim of the service is to provide evidence based, best practice care to patients with complex diabetes related (and other high risk) foot complications with a focus on reducing hospital admissions, minimising length of stay and reducing the rates of major amputation. The service in jointly run by Podiatry, Vascular (including Interventional Radiology), Orthopaedics, Diabetes with input from Infectious Diseases.
In 2024, Monash Health was awarded with a National Association Diabetes Centres High Risk Foot Service Centre of Excellence.
What You'll Do
- Lead impactful research and quality improvement projects across the Podiatry department, driving innovation.
- Foster strong relationships with universities and academic institutions to support research and development.
- Guide and mentor staff and students, creating research opportunities and enhancing knowledge within the department.
- Identify funding opportunities, including grants, to support research initiatives.
- Promote Monash Health’s research achievements through presentations and publications at national and international platforms.
About You
- Innovative mindset – You bring fresh ideas to the table and are passionate about improving care through research.
- Leadership & mentorship – Strong ability to lead a team, inspire others, and foster a collaborative environment.
- Proactive team player – A positive attitude and excellent interpersonal skills to work with a variety of healthcare professionals.
Essential Qualifications & Skills
- Bachelor of Podiatry (or equivalent)
- Master's or PhD in research (or enrolled in PhD)
- Current AHPRA registration (Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency)
In Return
You will benefit from job stability within Victoria’s largest public health service, along with clear career pathways across Monash Health.
As a Monash Health employee you will enjoy a variety of benefits, such as:
- Salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay
- Novated leasing for vehicle options
- Accrue 5 week’s annual leave
- Experience 1 additional rostered day off each month
- Free annual flu vaccinations
- Supportive, collaborative team environment within a larger, interdisciplinary setting.
- Career growth opportunities with genuine pathways for professional development.
- Access to innovative projects, with the chance to shape the future of high-risk foot care services in a changing healthcare landscape.
For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity further, please reach out to Katrina Pratt (Richards), Head of Podiatry and Allied Health Administration on 0413 131 656.
Position Description can be found here
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Our Culture and Values
At Monash Health, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our culture is inclusive, supportive and future-focused, underpinned by clear values and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Our teams play a critical role in bringing our new strategy to life, challenging traditional approaches, embracing innovation, and ensuring every appointment reflects our commitment to equity, transparency and excellence.
You’ll be encouraged to share ideas, contribute to improvement initiatives, and grow alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do.
We are Full Hearted, Open Minded and All In, enabling excellent service delivery and a positive candidate and employee experience every time.
We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards.
How to Apply
Applications are accepted via the Monash Health online EHub system. For information including how to apply and probity check requirements, please click here for the ‘Application Guide’
Applications will be screened upon receipt and selection activity may commence prior to the closing date.
Applications close: 1 November 2026.