Associate Lecturer - Epidemiology And Biostatistics

• Full time, 2 years fixed term
• Entry level academic opportunity in teaching biostatistics and epidemiology with support for professional development
• Base Salary $79,784 - $107,516 + 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

We are seeking to appoint an Associate Lecturer in the areas of Epidemiology and Biostatistics. This position sits within the School of Public Health and is crucial in running the School's extensive program in general epidemiology and biostatistics. These are flagship areas for the School, with high enrolment.

In this role you will tutor and help coordinate teaching in these areas for post graduate students undertaking Master of Public Health/Master of Global Health Programs and similar post graduate programs.

This is a full time, fixed term position for a period of two years starting in January 2023.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• assist in the coordination and administration of the epidemiology and biostatistics programs, involving tasks such as liaising with tutors and organising the epidemiology and biostatistics tutorial programs and arranging appropriate room bookings for tutorials and assessments
• participate in the teaching of the MPH program including tutoring in epidemiology and biostatistics units in the School of Public Health
• provide academic support to students undertaking epidemiology and biostatistics units in the MPH
• assist in the development and review of teaching materials including reading materials and on-line learning sites
• assist in the development and marking of assessments
• assist with the evaluation of epidemiology and biostatistics units of study.

About you

• an MPH, MGH or equivalent qualification (or nearing completion)
• sound knowledge of both epidemiology and biostatistics, including completion of core and at least some advanced units in biostatistics and epidemiology in an MPH or equivalent program
• excellent verbal and written communication skills
• ability to work as part of a team as well as to work independently
• ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines and be highly organised, with excellent attention to detail
• experience in conducting original research and/or engaging in scholarly activity such as completion of academic coursework and projects associated with this study
• experience in teaching and learning - tutoring, lecturing, student supervision or equivalent (desirable)
• understanding of contemporary pedagogical practice and design (desirable)
• administrative experience (desirable).

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 forAustralia

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 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.

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

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

If you are a current employee of the University or a contingent worker with access to Workday, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply.

For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or support filling out this application, please contact Lena Germinarios, Recruitment Operations, by email to lena.germinarios@sydney.edu.au

© The University of Sydney

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

Click to view the Position Description for this role.

Applications Close

Sunday 16 October 2022 11:59 PM