Senior Research Fellow - Systems Epidemiologist

University of Sydney

Sydney, Australia
Base: $156,103 pro rata; bonus/equity: not specifi...
Advanced r programming for data wrangling and modeling
Expertise in causal inference and survival analysis methods
Experience with high-dimensional multi-omics data integration
The Charles Perkins Centre seeks a Senior Research Fellow to provide high-level biostatistical leadership across programs examining lifestyle behaviors impacting cardiometabolic and ocular health

Job Summary

  • The Charles Perkins Centre seeks a Senior Research Fellow to provide high-level biostatistical leadership across programs examining lifestyle behaviors impacting cardiometabolic and ocular health.
  • This role involves leading advanced analyses of large-scale population cohorts and clinical trials while developing reproducible data pipelines in R.
  • Candidates must have unrestricted work rights in Australia as visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Matching Summary

The Charles Perkins Centre seeks a Senior Research Fellow to provide high-level biostatistical leadership across programs examining lifestyle behaviors impacting cardiometabolic and ocular health.

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Advanced R programming for data wrangling and modeling
  • Expertise in causal inference and survival analysis methods
  • Experience with high-dimensional multi-omics data integration
  • Proven track record in designing randomized controlled trials
  • Strong scientific writing and grant application capabilities

Nice-to-have

  • Ability to mentor junior staff and HDR candidates
  • Experience translating complex findings for non-technical audiences
  • Collaborative leadership in multidisciplinary research teams
  • Knowledge of wearable-derived data analysis techniques

Key Requirements

  • Doctorate (PhD) in biostatistics, epidemiology, or related field
  • Unrestricted work rights in Australia required
  • Established research track record in modern epidemiologic methods

Work Rights

Must have unrestricted work rights in Australia

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