Research Fellow

• Part time (0.60 FTE) fixed term until March 2027 at Camperdown

• Research Fellow (Hendra Virus opportunity at the Sydney School of Public health

• Base Salary $156,103 - $179,998 (pro rata for 0.60 FTE) + 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

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 causes of health.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Research Fellow to join the Sydney School of Public Health to drive a  mixed methods research project examining the social and behavioural drivers of Hendra vaccine uptake for horses. The position requires strong engagement with industry stakeholders, an intimate knowledge of the Australian horse industry, and sound knowledge of Hendra virus transmission dynamics and prevention measures to inform high-quality, impactful research outcomes.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• conduct original research independently and as part of a research team, with a focus on high-quality publications, conference presentations and research impact

• examine the drivers of Hendra vaccine uptake for horses using mixed methods research approaches

• maintain an active research profile through publication of peer-reviewed journal articles, book chapters and conference or seminar papers

• develop and maintain research collaborations and contribute to translational research that informs policy, practice, industry or community outcomes

• contribute to applications for competitive research grants and other funding opportunities

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

• provide informal mentoring and guidance to lower-level academics and contribute to the supervision of postgraduate research students or projects, where appropriate

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

• contribute positively to workplace culture, valuing diversity of thought, collaboration, excellence and achievement of outcomes

• understand and contribute to the University and faculty/school strategic agenda

• communicate research expertise through engagement with industry, public forums, seminars, conferences and public events

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

About you

• a PhD or equivalent qualification in public health, social science, ecology or a related discipline

• demonstrated experience conducting surveys and qualitative interviews with horse owners and equestrians

• intimate knowledge of the Australian horse industry and strong understanding of factors influencing Hendra virus vaccination uptake

• demonstrated experience in quantitative data analysis and desirable qualitative analysis skills grounded in social science methodologies

• experience developing or adapting research methodologies and applying them

• demonstrated experience preparing ethics applications for Human and Animal Research Ethics Committees

• proven ability to effectively manage research projects to completion

• evidence of a developing or established research profile, including preparation and editing of manuscripts for publication as lead and coauthor

• strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with academic, industry and community stakeholders

·       the ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative research environment.

• strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with academic, industry and community stakeholders

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Pre-employment checks and declarations

Your employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all pre-employment or background checks required for the role in terms satisfactory to the University.  Also, to meet the University’s obligations under the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Eliminate Gender-Based Violence you will be asked to declare if you have been investigated for, or found to engaged in, sexual harm or gender-based violence in the course of previous employment or in a legal process. 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 are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by 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 LGBTQIA+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Platinum Employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion.

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.

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For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Cecilia Blamey, Recruitment Operations by email to [email protected].

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