Senior Research Officer – The Kirby Institute

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Work type:full time
Location:Sydney, NSW
Categories:Research Administration support

Senior Research Officer – The Kirby Institute

• Employment Type: Full-time (35 hour week)
• Duration: 2 year fixed term contract
• Remuneration: $106,351 - $115,103 + 17% Super and leave loading
• Location: Kensington, NSW (Hybrid working, work from home and from UNSW Sydney campus)
• Full Australian working rights required for the duration of the contract

About The Kirby Institute:

The Kirby Institute is a world-leading health research institute at UNSW Sydney. We work to eliminate infectious diseases, globally. Our specialisation is in developing health solutions for the most at-risk communities. Putting communities at the heart of our research, we develop tests, treatments, cures and prevention strategies that have the greatest chance of success.

Why Your Role Matters:

As a Senior Research Officer, you will provide research and administrative support to a multidisciplinary team of researchers working with project partners in the NSW HIV Prevention Research Implementation Science Monitoring (PRISM) Partnership . You will use your experience in research and evaluation to develop and maintain implementation science research studies and project evaluations in the areas of HIV testing among gay, bisexual, overseas born and other people at risk of HIV, and HIV treatment among people living with HIV in NSW. Duties will include assisting with data collection, data management, and analysis, reporting of study findings and technical and administrative support.

The role of Senior Research Officer reports to the Senior Research Fellow/HIV PRISM Partnership Coordinator and the Program Head in the HIV Epidemiology and Prevention Program and has no direct reports.

Who You Are:

• Relevant public health degree with subsequent relevant experience or an equivalent level of knowledge gained through any other combination of training and/or experience.
• Experience working in HIV prevention is highly desirable.
• Experience with/exposure to health research design, survey development, data management, data analysis, statistics, analysis of health policy, and/or translating research findings into policy and practice.
• Demonstrated experience and skills in project management and the ability to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with proven capacity to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a high level of attention to detail for deliverables produced.
• Demonstrated strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint in particular) for word processing, handling spreadsheets and preparation of presentations.

Benefits and Culture:

UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to a plethora of UNSW-perks including:​

• 17% Superannuation and leave loading​
• Flexible working ​
• Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period​
• Access to lifelong learning and career development ​
• Progressive HR practices​

More information on the great staff benefits and culture can be found here.

How to Apply:

Make each day matter with a meaningful career at UNSW. Submit your application online before the 3rd March at 11:55pm. To be considered for this role, your application should include a document addressing the Selection Criteria (skills and experience on the position description). A copy of the Position Description can be found on JOBS@UNSW.

Get in Touch (for job related queries only – applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed):

Jamie Cutler: Talent Acquisition Consultant

E: [email protected]

UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

Advertised:09 Feb 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:03 Mar 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time