Senior Research Fellow - Systems Epidemiologist

The University of Sydney

Base: $156,103 pro rata; bonus/equity: not specifi...
Part-time (0.8fte), fixed term
Advanced r programming for data wrangling
Multi-omics analytics experience required
Causal inference and survival analysis expertise
The University of Sydney is seeking a Senior Research Fellow in Systems Epidemiology, focusing on the analysis of lifestyle behaviors affecting health outcomes, particularly in type 2 diabetes and glaucoma. The role requires advanced biostatistical expertise and proficiency in R, with a strong emphasis on integrating large, complex datasets and multi-omics data

Job Summary

  • The Charles Perkins Centre seeks a Senior Research Fellow to provide high-level leadership in examining lifestyle behaviors impacting cardiometabolic and ocular health.
  • This role involves leading advanced analyses of large-scale population cohorts and clinical data while integrating high-dimensional multi-omics and wearable-derived information.
  • Candidates must demonstrate an established research track record with a PhD in biostatistics or epidemiology and unrestricted work rights in Australia.

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The University of Sydney is seeking a Senior Research Fellow in Systems Epidemiology, focusing on the analysis of lifestyle behaviors affecting health outcomes, particularly in type 2 diabetes and glaucoma. The role requires advanced biostatistical expertise and proficiency in R, with a strong emphasis on integrating large, complex datasets and multi-omics data.

Salary

Base: $156,103 pro rata; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 17% superannuation

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Advanced R programming for data wrangling
  • Multi-omics analytics experience required
  • Causal inference and survival analysis expertise
  • Large-scale population cohort management
  • Randomised controlled trial design oversight

Nice-to-have

  • Strong scientific writing and communication skills
  • Experience mentoring junior staff and trainees
  • Ability to translate complex findings for non-technical audiences
  • Proven track record in competitive grant applications
  • Strategic input on academic collaborative initiatives

Key Requirements

  • PhD in biostatistics, epidemiology, statistics, or data science
  • Unrestricted work rights in Australia required
  • Senior specialist appointment with applied expertise
  • Doctorate degree in related quantitative discipline

Work Rights

Must have unrestricted work rights in Australia

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