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SalaryBiostatistician/Epidemiologist - The Kirby Institute
- Employment Type: Full-time (35 hour week)
- Duration: 2 year fixed term contract
- Remuneration: $119,440 - $140,802 + 17% Super and leave loading
- Location: Kensington, NSW (Hybrid working, work from home and from UNSW Sydney campus)
The Kirby Institute is a world-leading health research institute at UNSW Sydney. We work to eliminate infectious diseases, globally. Our specialisation is in developing health solutions for the most at-risk communities. Putting communities at the heart of our research, we develop tests, treatments, cures and prevention strategies that have the greatest chance of success.
Why Your Role Matters:
As a Biostatistician/Epidemiologist, you will be responsible for the provision of high-quality statistical analyses for specific research projects on sexually transmissible infections (STIs) and blood-borne viruses (BBVS). Such projects may include statistical analyses related to prevention and treatment of STIs and BBVs, primarily using large routine national datasets including the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme, the National HIV Registry, the National Notifiable Diseases Surveillance System and the Medicare Benefits Scheme. You will also support a national HPV immunisation data linkage study and a HIV data linkage study. In this position, you will also assist in the design of original research projects, at a variety of levels and will have the opportunity to develop original statistical methods.
The role of Biostatistician/Epidemiologist is within the and reports to the Senior Research Fellow.
Who You Are:
- A PhD in a related discipline, and/or relevant work experience.
- Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with discipline knowledge and developments.
- Demonstrated track record in infectious disease or related research with outcomes of high quality and high impact with clear evidence of the desire and ability to continually achieve research excellence as well as the capacity for research leadership.
- High level skills in relevant statistical packages including STATA, SASS, or R
- A track record of significant involvement with the profession and/or industry.
- High level communication skills and ability to network effectively and interact with a diverse range of students and staff.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships.
- Evidence of highly developed interpersonal and organisational skills.
UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to a plethora of UNSW-perks including:
- 17% Superannuation and leave loading
- Flexible working
- Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period
- Access to lifelong learning and career development
- Progressive HR practices
How to Apply:
Make each day matter with a meaningful career at UNSW. Submit your application online before the 8th February 2024 at 11:55pm. To be considered for this role, your application should include a document addressing the Selection Criteria (skills and experience on the position description). A copy of the Position Description can be found on JOBS@UNSW.
Get in Touch (for job related queries only - applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed):
Jamie Cutler: Talent Acquisition Consultant
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UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.
