Post Doctoral Research Fellow, School of Public Health

7 Feb 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY

Research Field

Biological sciences
Sociology
Ethics in health sciences

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)
Established Researcher (R3)

Country

Australia

Application Deadline

27 Feb 2024 - 00:00 (UTC)

Type of Contract

Other

Job Status

Full-time

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

• Full-time, fixed-term contract until December 2024
• Excellent opportunity as Research Associate (level A/B) Global Health -Population Health
• Base Salary starting from $83, 454 + 17% superannuation (level A and or B - appointment depending on experience and higher degree qualifications)

About the opportunity

The Sydney School of Public Health, part of the Faculty of Medicine and Health at the University of Sydney, is Australia's first and leading School of Public Health and a vibrant community of academics, educators, staff, research groups, and centres that offers a wide range of education and research opportunities. Our excellence in research and teaching makes the University of Sydney one of the top universities in Australia and highly ranked among the best universities in the world.

This is a unique opportunity for a Level A and or B Research Associate or Research Fellow to contribute to important research focusing on childhood nutrition in South Asia region. The role will be embedded in Global health program with Dr Tanvir Huda.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• Offer statistical and methodological support for the ongoing randomized controlled trial
• execute all statistical analyses and provide assistance in scientific publications
• manage data cleaning tasks, including data checking, and program output (e.g., tables/figures) using specialized tools like R and Stata for quantitative data
• contribute to the statistical components and composition of research proposals (e.g., grants), encompassing tasks such as performing sample size calculations and drafting statistical analysis plans.

Additional responsibilities for Research Fellow (Academic - Level B):

• Apply and enhance expertise in research methodologies
• Conduct original research, either independently or as part of a team, within the designated field or area of expertise
• aid in future grant applications and contribute to the supervision of PhD students.

About you:

• Master's degree or PhD ( or submitting) in biostatistics or related areas
• high level of knowledge of contemporary statistical methods for descriptive and analytical epidemiology
• expertise in evaluating randomized control trials of health and nutrition interventions.
• strong computer skills in relevant statistical computer packages, particularly Stata.
• ability to work in a multidisciplinary academic team, and independently as required
• excellent oral and written communication skills
• high-level planning and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise multiple tasks and set and meet deadlines.
• demonstrated research track record of peer-reviewed publications.

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Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People , women , people living with a disability , people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds , and those who identify as LGBTIQ . We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

How to apply

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Applications Close

Tuesday 27 February 2024 11:59 PM

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Additional Information
Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY

Country

Australia

City

Marrickville

Postal Code

Camperdown

Geofield

Where to apply

Website

https://www.timeshighereducation.com/unijobs/listing/365024/post-doctoral-resea…

Contact

City

Marrickville

STATUS: EXPIRED