Postdoctoral Research Associate-School of Public Health

• Full time 12 months fixed term role at Camperdown

• Opportunity for Research Associate in Health Economics & Modelling and a Research Associate Modelling Analyst at the School of Public Health to contribute to cancer research

• Base Salary Level A $109,301 to $116,679 or Level B $122,145,858 to $145,858 + 17 % superannuation. Salary will be commensurate with skills and experience.

About the opportunity

Join the Leaders in Global Health and Cancer Control
Founded in 1930, the Sydney School of Public Health is Australia’s first and leading school in public health, dedicated to addressing the world's most pressing health challenges. Each day, our researchers and graduates are tackling global health issues and striving to improve equity in communities both locally and around the world.

At the forefront of cancer control, Professor Karen Canfell and her team play a pivotal role in supporting policy, practice and decision-making for innovative cancer solutions. Their groundbreaking work has led to the transformation of Australia’s National Cervical Screening Program, which transitioned to HPV testing in 2017, positioning Australia as the first country expected to eliminate cervical cancer as a public health issue.

Professor Canfell's team also leads Compass, Australia's largest-ever clinical trial with 76,000 women— the first trial worldwide to assess cervical screening in an HPV-vaccinated population. Through her leadership, we’re shaping the future of cancer control both domestically and internationally.

In collaboration with the U.S. National Cancer Institute's CISNET-Cervical initiative and the NHMRC Centre of Research Excellence in Cervical Cancer Control, our research continues to lead the way in cancer screening, policy impact, and the prevention of major cancers such as cervical, bowel, lung, and breast cancer.

A key partner in the WHO Cervical Cancer Elimination Modelling Consortium (CCEMC), the team's work on the economic benefits and impact of cervical cancer elimination is cited in the World Health Organization’s strategic plan.

Our team is recruiting a number of roles, suiting individuals with a strong understanding of the domestic and global cancer research and implementation ecosystem, in particular in the prevention, screening and early detection domains of cervical cancer, breast cancer, lung cancer, colorectal, prostate and/or pancreatic cancer, and with experience contributing to the design, analysis, reporting and delivery of high-quality cancer control research, epidemiological, health services and implementation initiatives.

Become a part of a legacy that is changing the face of global health. At the Sydney School of Public Health, we empower our students and researchers to make a lasting difference, driving the future of health policy, cancer prevention, and equitable healthcare worldwide.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• 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

• provide informal mentoring and advice to students within the discipline

• carry out administrative tasks and contribute to faculty/school meetings

• undertake other duties and contribute to projects appropriate within the classification level as required

• carry out teaching responsibilities associated with this position.

About you

Level A

• PhD in health economics, statistics, mathematics, public health or related field

• strong knowledge of and experience working in cancer-focused research programs, such as breast, cervical and ovarian cancers.

• experience in health economic modelling, and preferred expertise in microsimulation modelling

• experience in delivery of systematic reviews.

• software skills: skilled in programming languages R and Python or similar

• demonstrated experience working across multidisciplinary teams and ability to build effective relationships with colleagues within Australia and internationally

• experience in scientific writing, particularly for medical journals, and for grant applications

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

In addition for Level B

• proven experience conducting original research and engaging in scholarly activity

• a developing network of academic, industry and professional partners and stakeholders

• a developing research profile in discipline or area of expertise

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. This role requires valid work rights for Australia.

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

Please note the University will be closed from 20/12/2024 and will reopen 06/01/2025. We will be interviewing for this role early late January/early February 2025

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. You application should state if you are applying for Level A or B or both level A and B.

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For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or support filling out this application, please contact Cecilia Blamey, Recruitment Operations, by email to cecilia.blamey@sydney.edu.au

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