Research Assistant – Population Health – Sydney NSW

The Opportunity

• See the difference you can make, through the work you do
• $77,356 – $87,352 (depending on experience.) + 17% superannuation + leave loading
• Full-time or part-time considered (4- or 5-days week), 4.5-year fixed term contract to Nov 2026

Reporting to the Senior Project Officer and supporting the Associate Professor of Implementation Science and Health Systems, you will assist with the conduct of research project ‘P-OMICs-flow: Integrating precision oncology into clinical programs’, involving co-designing and testing an implementation platform for a precision oncology clinic and liaising with the investigators.

The Organisation

UNSW School of Population Health is a leader in public health, health management, infectious diseases control and health systems strengthening. We have a broad mix of metropolitan, rural and international students. Many of our staff are doctors, public health specialists and other health care professionals who are major contributors to the delivery of clinical care, population health, policy and health services management, who value the opportunity to teach while pursuing their research.

UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. Yes, we’re a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. But what makes us different isn’t only what we do, it’s how we do it. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and do meaningful work, you’re in the right place.

Who you are

You have a relevant university degree and or work experience and can demonstrate your knowledge of computer systems and applications, including referencing software (e.g., EndNote), survey platforms and Microsoft Office applications (Word,PowerPoint, Excel, Teams). You also have excellent written and verbal communication skills, high level attention to detail and analytical abilities, and work well in a team.

To apply: If contributing to implementation science is of interest to you, please submit your CV, Cover Letter, and responses to Skills and Experience required (no more than 2 pages) in the Position Description.

Contact

Shiree Thomas

Talent Acquisition Consultant

E: shiree.thomas@unsw.edu.au

T:02 9065 7058

Applications close: 11:55pm, Thursday 28th April 2022

UNSW aspires to be the exemplar Australian university and employer of choice for people from diverse backgrounds. UNSW aims to ensure equality in recruitment, development, retention, and promotion of staff and that no-one is disadvantaged on the basis of their gender, cultural background, disability, sexual orientation or identity or Indigenous heritage. We encourage everyone who meets the selection criteria to apply.

UNSW partners with Australia’s leading diversity organisations, networks, and campaigns. Please refer to UNSW’s diversity offerings for further information on our flexible work and leave options, and support for carers (childcare, parent rooms, parental leave).