Respiratory Physician (Motor Neurone Disease)

• Join the largest motor neurone disease research clinic and research centre in Australia and lead the respiratory care of patients in a truly integrated academic environment
  
• This is a part-time, 12-month maternity leave cover position working Wednesdays only, commencing September 2026, based at Macquarie University, Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde.
  
• Competitive remuneration + 12% Superannuation + access to salary packaging via Maxxia to maximise your take home pay (including venue hire, meals, entertainment and novated leasing)

Bring your respiratory and sleep medicine expertise to Australia's largest motor neurone disease research clinic, where exceptional clinical care meets world-class research.


Are you a respiratory physician looking to practise academic medicine within a truly integrated and innovative environment? This is a rare part-time opportunity to join a highly regarded, multidisciplinary team at the forefront of motor neurone disease (MND) care and research in Australia, on a 12-month maternity leave cover commencing September 2026.

You'll work alongside a dynamic group of clinicians, researchers and educators as part of the largest research clinic and research centre for motor neurone disease in the country. Beyond clinical practice, you'll have genuine opportunities to shape the future of MND care through teaching and research, contributing to better outcomes for patients and advancing the broader discipline of respiratory medicine.

This is more than a clinical role. It's a chance to make a lasting impact on a complex and rewarding field, supported by an organisation that champions professional growth, ongoing education and career progression.


About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated respiratory physician with subspecialty fellowship training and expertise in respiratory failure and sleep medicine. In this role, you will:

• Take a lead role in managing the respiratory complications of patients with Motor Neurone Disease, across both outpatient and inpatient settings.
  
• Work as part of a highly innovative, multidisciplinary team within Australia's largest MND research clinic and research centre.
  
• Contribute to teaching and education initiatives as part of the MND service and the broader Respiratory Medicine discipline.
  
• Engage in research opportunities that translate directly into improved patient care.
  
• Deliver holistic, patient-centred care informed by world-renowned research and continuous learning.

This is a part-time opportunity, working on a Wednesday only, offered as a 12-month maternity leave cover commencing September 2026.

About Us

At Macquarie University Health, we unite the best clinicians, the most qualified researchers and the most dynamic teachers to lead the development of health and medical education and practice in Australia. We are Australia's first fully integrated university-led health sciences centre, combining excellence in clinical care with teaching and research. Macquarie University Health brings together Macquarie University Hospital, the Macquarie University Health Clinics and the Macquarie University Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences.

Our integrated approach delivers holistic patient care and treatment informed directly by world-renowned research and continuous learning, for improved patient outcomes, enhanced student experiences and more and better research.

About You

You are an accomplished respiratory physician who is passionate about combining outstanding clinical care with academic medicine. You thrive in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment and are motivated by the opportunity to improve outcomes for patients living with complex conditions such as Motor Neurone Disease. You bring a commitment to teaching, research and continuous improvement.

Selection Criteria

• Subspecialty fellowship training in respiratory medicine, with recognised expertise in respiratory failure and sleep medicine.
  
• Eligibility for registration with the Medical Board of Australia (AHPRA) as a specialist respiratory physician.
  
• Experience managing patients with respiratory muscle weakness (desirable but not essential).
  
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary clinical team.
  
• A genuine interest and, ideally, experience in teaching and education.
  
• Interest in, or experience with, clinical research and translating research into practice.
  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to compassionate, patient-centred care.

How to Apply

To be considered, please apply online with your CV and a cover letter outlining how your experience aligns with the selection criteria (above).


Applications Close: Sunday 4th October 2026, 11:59pm AEST


**We reserve the right to progress or not proceed with applications prior to the closing date, and to close the advertisement early if required**

**Please note this position is only open to Australian citizens, permanent residents and those currently residing in Australia with full working rights**

For enquiries, or a confidential conversation about the role please contact Professor Dom Rowe at dominic.rowe@mq.edu.au.

For general enquiries, please reach out to Rebecca Wood at r.wood@mq.edu.au

If you're already part of the Macquarie Group (MQ University, U@MQ, MQ Health, MGSM), you'll need to apply through your employee Workday account. To apply for this job: Login to Workday and go to the Careers App > Find Jobs.

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