Postdoctoral Research Fellow-School of Public Health

• Full time (or part time for the right candidate) – 2 positions – fixed term for 12 months at Camperdown (possible extension depending on funding)

• Postdoctoral Research Fellow role contributing to research in management of low back pain in hospital emergency departments

• Base Salary $105,350 – $112,462 + 17% superannuation 

About the opportunity

Founded in 1930, Sydney School of Public Health is Australia’s first and leading school of public health. We are a leader in a number of research areas including health policy, health promotion and prevention of disease and disabilities, among others. Our internationally recognised researchers are motivated by the need to improve health globally, and have interests that embrace the ethical, social, economic and environmental impacts on health.

We are seeking a highly motivated Research Fellow with a strong interest musculoskeletal health management particularly, low back pain management.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on research that has national and international scope assisting Dr Gustavo Machado and his team in their vision to improve the management of lower back pain in emergency department settings through a diverse, multidisciplinary program of research.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• develop and refine research skills and independent research under the supervision of more senior academic staff within the School/Faculty (with an increasing degree of autonomy)

• maintain quality, standards and excellence in all research activities and outputs

• assist with clinical trial research of low back pain

• analyse quantitative research data

• undertake adhoc administrative duties as required by the team

• develop research collaborations which will ultimately result in knowledge or technology transfer leading to commercialisation, improved policy or practice and/or enhancements to industry, the profession or the community

About you

• doctorate or PhD (or working towards PhD) – In a relevant field e.g. Public Health or Health Science or an equivalent combination of training and experience

• a strong interest and clinical research experience in low back pain (not necessarily emergency department focussed) is highly desirable

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

• experienced with statistical software- STATA or R (desirable)

• a developing network of relationships with key academic, industry and professional institutions, partners and stakeholders

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

• contributes expertise and knowledge to forums of public debate, where appropriate and consistent with University policy.

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 reasons for 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.

As this position is located on an NSW Health site, it is a regulatory requirement to complete compulsory employment checks prior to starting in this position. For more information and instructions, please visit:NSW Health employment requirements

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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Sunday 28 January 2024 11:59 PM