Ref 346/24 Lecturer in Epidemiology, Translational Health Research Institute (THRI)

• Full-time fixed term position for 1 year based at Campbelltown Campus
• Remuneration: $135,528 to $159,922 p.a. including Super and Leave loading
• Working at WSU means you’ll be part of an organisation that’s ranked in the top 2% of universities worldwide

• Working at WSU means you’ll be part of an organisation that’s ranked in the top 2% of universities worldwide!
• $114,523 to $135,230 p.a., plus 17% Superannuation and Leave Loading
• Unlock your potential with WSU: Benefit from flexible work arrangements, salary packaging, 35-hour work week, development opportunities and more!

About Western 
Western Sydney University is a top-ranking, modern, forward-thinking institution committed to excellence in education, research, and community impact. Our core values of Boldness, Fairness, Integrity, and Excellence foster a dynamic, inclusive, and innovative culture focused on student-centered excellence. With 3,000 dedicated staff members, you can thrive professionally while making a meaningful impact. Discover exciting opportunities with us!

About the Team
The Translational Health Research Institute (THRI) is a world-class, interdisciplinary umbrella organisation for health and medical research within Western Sydney University with over 200 academic and clinical research associate members. THRI operates across several multidisciplinary themes including chronic health; health, culture and society; health and wellness across the lifespan; and mental health and wellbeing. THRI drives translational health research impact by providing infrastructure and support to interdisciplinary teams, groups and programs across the University; leadership, capacity and coordination of the University’s health research funding strategy; leveraging opportunities for industry and community-engaged research in the University’s health precinct developments; showcasing and promoting the University’s health research strengths; and delivering a high-quality research training program. THRI also pursues excellence in education that aims to teach students in a way that is contemporary and highly relevant to their career aspirations.

About the Role
The Lecturer in Epidemiology will assist in the implementation and delivery of the Microcredentials in Applied Disease Outbreak Management, and teach into other programs supported by the Epidemiology group (Master of Epidemiology and MD program). The Lecturer will teach subjects offered across these courses.

This position will work closely with the Associate Professor of Population Health, and Chair of Epidemiology in implementing the courses and assisting in the review and quality assurance of curricula.

This is a teaching and research position, and the Lecturer will be expected to contribute to research in Epidemiology / Population Health at THRI in areas including but not limited to Environmental Epidemiology, Global Health, or Infectious Disease Epidemiology.
Skills and Experience
The successful candidate will have Post-graduate qualification in Epidemiology or equivalent at Master or PhD level, experience in teaching in Epidemiology or a related discipline and demonstrated capacity in curriculum design and delivery especially at the postgraduate level

Culture
Western Sydney University highly values equity and inclusiveness. We have a proud history of doing so and consider this an important part of our social and civic responsibilities as a University. We strive to contribute to tackling inequalities and promoting wellbeing within our own institution, the Greater Western Sydney region, nationally and internationally. If you share our passion for creating a more equitable and inclusive world, and if you are ready to contribute to meaningful change, join us in our mission to promote equity, inclusiveness, and wellbeing.

What We Offer in Return
At Western Sydney University, we deeply value our staff and recognise their invaluable contributions that drive our mission and uphold our values. In return for your dedication, we offer:

•             35 hour work week
•             17% super contributions
•             Salary Packaging options

Applicants should be aware that this role will be based at Campbelltown campus, however as Western Sydney University is a multi-campus university travel to other campuses may be required when operational needs arise.

If this sounds like an opportunity for you, we want to hear from you! Apply now ensuring you carefully address each of the selection criteria in your application. Please review the position description for further information.

Remuneration Package: Academic Level B $135,528 to $159,922 p.a. (comprising Salary of $114,523 to $135,230 p.a., plus Superannuation and Leave Loading)

Position Enquiries: Please direct specific enquiries regarding the role to Kate McBride, Associate Professor via email [email protected]

Recruitment Enquiries: Specific enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to the Recruitment Team at [email protected]

Closing Date: 8:30pm on Friday 23 February 2024

Working Rights in Australia - Eligibility
You must provide evidence of your fulltime working rights in Australia at time of application

Note - Only those applications submitted via the WSU online recruitment system will be accepted

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