Postdoctoral Research Fellow: The University of Technology Sydney (UTS) invites applications for the position of Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Refugee Health and Epidemiology. This role, aligned with the UTS 2027 Strategy commitment to social justice, focuses on understanding the health of refugees in Australia. The research team collaborates with refugee communities, settlement service providers, and the government to translate research into actionable strategies for improving refugee health.
Designation: Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Research Area: Refugee Health and Epidemiology
Location: University of Technology Sydney, Australia
Eligibility/Qualification:
- PhD in biostatistics, statistics, epidemiology, or related discipline.
- Experience in research project management and ethics applications.
- Proficiency in data analysis software (e.g., R, SAS, Stata, Python).
- Track record of contributing to/first authoring peer-reviewed publications.
Job Description: As a Postdoctoral Research Fellow, you will:
- Conduct sophisticated data analysis of linked data related to refugee health.
- Manage datasets and collaborate on requests and analyses.
- Contribute to the supervision of higher degree research students.
- Undertake internationally competitive research and publish outcomes.
- Manage research projects, including supervision of research assistants.
- Apply for external research grants and fellowships.
- Participate in school, faculty, and university community activities.
Remuneration/Salary: Base Salary Range: $117,420 to $138,973 pa (Level B)
This position is full-time and appointment will be fixed-term until June 2026.
How to Apply: Please submit the following documents via the UTS online recruitment system:
- A cover letter stating your motivation for applying.
- A copy of your resume.
- A separate document addressing the selection criteria.
Selection Criteria:
- Proven ability to manage and conduct sophisticated analysis on large, complex epidemiological datasets using at least one of R, SAS, Stata, and Python.
- Proven understanding of ethical issues with linked datasets.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work as part of a team and meet deadlines.
For assistance with compiling statements, visit the Answering Selection Criteria page.
Last Date for Apply: Monday, 29 January 2024 at 11.59pm (AEST)
For enquiries or issues, contact Marie Hetherington at marie.hetherington@uts.edu.au.
Note: Applicants must have valid and current Australian work rights.
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Title | Postdoctoral Research Fellow – Refugee Health and Epidemiology |
| Location | University of Technology Sydney, Australia |
| Salary Range | $117,420 to $138,973 pa (Level B) |
| Duration | Fixed-term until June 2026 |
| Application Deadline | January 29, 2024 at 11.59pm (AEST) |
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