HEALTH AND MEDICAL RESEARCH

Careers Hub - An initiative of BioMelbourne Network

Your career journey starts here.

The world of medical research offers more pathways than you might think. With over 18 medical research institutes, 11 universities, over 99 clinical trials service providers and more than 500 industry companies, Victoria's medical research sector employs over 30,000 talented professionals.

Whether you're just starting out, looking to pivot, or ready to advance, the Careers Hub is your gateway to discovering the diverse career opportunities across Victoria's thriving health and medical research sector.

By showcasing the full spectrum of possibilities, from research to commercialisation, clinical trials to regulatory affairs, we aim to demonstrate Victoria's leadership in life sciences, foster the growth of our skilled workforce, and strengthen the sector's global reputation as a hub for medical research excellence.

We've created this innovative, open, and interactive platform to help you navigate your career journey with confidence.

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Our Careers Hub mission:

To highlight the diverse career pathways available across Victoria's medical research sector through comprehensive role mapping and interactive career exploration tools.

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Interactive career mapping

Discover where each role can lead with our dynamic career mapping tool. Visualise potential opportunities and see how your career could branch out across different and perhaps unexpected positions, using your background in medical research.

With just a click, you can:

  • Map potential career progressions in different directions
  • Identify the skills and experiences needed for your next move
  • Discover lateral moves you might never have considered
  • Visualise transitions between different research environments

 

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Summary infographic: Research | Industry | Government | Support Services | Funding bodies

The Careers Hub delivers

  • Career Agenda Clearly defined career development agendas
  • Progression Strategies Focus on real-world progression strategies
  • Support Structured support for navigating industry transitions
  • Insights Insights from professionals who've successfully crossed between sectors
  • Community Access a community where experience and advice are freely shared

Jobs board

Find your next opportunity. This space brings together advertised roles from across the medical research ecosystem allowing you to discover roles you might not find elsewhere.

  • Entry‐level positions for graduates
  • Specialised roles for experienced professionals
  • Opportunities across industry, academia, services and government
  • Full‐time, part‐time, and project‐based roles

Community

Discover like-minded peers who understand your career challenges and celebrate your wins.

Mentoring

Connect with industry professionals who provide actionable guidance specifically tailored to the clinical trial workforce.

Ready to explore your potential?

Start mapping your career journey today. Whether you're a student curious about entry points, a researcher considering industry roles, or a professional looking for your next challenge, the Careers Hub has resources tailored for you.

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The Careers Hub is an initiative of BioMelbourne Network, kindly supported by the State Government of Victoria.

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