Research Associate/Research Fellow

• Part time or full time fixed term 18 to 24 months at Camperdown Campus

• Excellent opportunity as Research Associate (level A/B) Infectious Diseases -Population Health

• Base Salary from $83,454- $140,586+ 17% superannuation (appointment depending on experience and higher degree qualifications)

About the opportunity

Founded in 1930, Sydney School of Public Health is Australia’s first and leading school of public health. Each day, our researchers and graduates are tackling global health challenges and striving to improve equity in communities locally and around the world.

This is a unique opportunity for a Research Associate or Research Fellow to contribute to important research focusing on improving infectious diseases and immunisation programs across the Asia-Pacific region and designing methods to improve disease surveillance, emergency responses and immunisation programs in these regions. The role will be embedded in the Infectious Diseases, Immunisation and Emergencies Group working with Associate Professor Meru Sheel and her team.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

Research Associate (Academic - Level A):

• collaborate with the Chief Investigator to develop research project plans and assist in development of research objectives and grants

• provide deep technical knowledge and project management support to the Chief Investigator and collaborate with academic and research professionals to support the group research

• actively lead and contribute to research activities, designing research protocols, undertaking critical aspects of research work including formation of analysis and key findings

• ensure accurate collation of research data, draw insights and analyse, report information from the research undertaken

• facilitate effective communication and good working relationships amongst key stakeholder groups and team members

• supervise and support student researchers.

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

• apply and refine expertise in research methodologies

• undertake original research (either independently or as part of a team) within field or area of expertise

• contributes and coordinates to the research and administration activities of the discipline

• assist with future grant applications and supervision of PhD students.

About you

NOTE: This position will involve domestic and international travel for meetings and field work and candidates must have a valid passport and be willing to undertake travel

For Research Associate (Academic-Level A)

• 2 to 5 years of experience as Research Associate or equivalent in the field of Infectious diseases and epidemiology. Candidates with applied epidemiology skills are encouraged

• experience/background in immunisation, surveillance and outbreak response, and/ or global health would be highly desirable

• competency in mixed-method research is desirable

• project management experience in a research environment

• experience in field-based research is desirable

• demonstrated experience working across multidisciplinary teams and ability to build effective relations with colleagues and clients

• scientific writing experience, able to facilitate, review and write for journals and grant applications

• excellent time and workload management skills with demonstrated ability to prioritise effectively, manage multiple tasks to meet deadlines and achieve required outcomes

• competency with Statistical Software STATA and/or R Studio or similar

• have a Master of Public Health or equivalent degree (epidemiology, biostatistics, etc)

• MAE (Masters in Philosophy of Applied Epidemiology) graduates are encouraged to apply

• Part time PhD students close to submission of PhD are encouraged to apply

• ability to supervise Masters and Honors Students.

For Level B (In addition to the above)

• PhD in medicine and/ or health with a focus on infectious diseases or applied epidemiology. Alternatively equivalent work experience in public health

• a developing research profile evidenced by original, high-quality and independent research in the field or area of expertise

• demonstrated capacity to communicate effectively across a range of media and forums

• have experience of writing and submitting grants

• ability to supervise Masters and PhD Students.

To keep our community safe, please be aware of our COVID safety precautions which form our conditions of entry for all staff, students and visitors coming to campus.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For a continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

Australian Temporary Residents currently employed at the University of Sydney may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the position.

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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In turn, recruitment activities will be put on hold and the recruitment team will be in contact in the New Year with an update on your application. 

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