Research Associate- The Kirby Institute

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Work type:full time
Location:Sydney, NSW
Categories:Post Doctoral Research Associate

• Employment Type: Full time (35-hour week)
• Duration: 2 Year Fixed Term contract
• Remuneration: $85,305 - $113,737 + 17% Super and leave loading
• Location: Kensington, NSW (Hybrid working, work from home and from UNSW Sydney campus)

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 Research Associate you will be responsible for the coordination and monitoring of epidemiological and qualitative studies within the Viral Hepatitis Clinical Research Program https://kirby.unsw.edu.au/program/vhcrp . The position holder will use their experiences in biomedical research to devise, implement, monitor, and report on the conduct of research projects from inception and provide strategic and tactical guidance on operational matters.

The position reports to Professor Jason Grebely , Head of the Hepatitis and Drug Use Research Group, Viral Hepatitis Clinical Research Program (VHCRP) and has no direct reports.

Who You Are:

• Post-graduate qualifications in the field of viral hepatitis, and/or relevant work experience.
• Demonstrated experience in research among people who inject drugs with HCV, with expertise in the analysis of data from epidemiological studies.
• Demonstrated experience in research using qualitative research methodologies, including in-depth interviews and the use of social science theoretical frameworks.
• Demonstrated ability to undertake high quality academic research and conduct independent research with limited supervision.
• Demonstrated data analysis skills with proven experience in preparing statistical data for publication including experience with STATA.
• A successful record of scientific writing for peer-reviewed journals and/or writing of reports for non-expert stakeholders, with a particular focus on HCV among people who inject drugs.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact with a diverse range of stakeholders and students.
• An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
• Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.

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 2nd of January, 2024 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):

Aarti: Talent Acquisition Coordinator

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:04 Dec 2023 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:02 Jan 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time