Full-time, 2 years fixed term

Research opportunity in the field of breast cancer detection, clinical medical imaging optimisation, perception, and artificial intelligence applications in healthcare

Contribute to high impact scientific and clinical projects in a rapidly growing research field and further your research career in a supportive, collaborative environment

Located at the Susan Wakil Health Building (D18) – School of Health Sciences

Base Salary (Level A) $113,400 - $121,054 + 17% Superannuation

About the opportunity

The University of Sydney School of Health Sciences - We are at the forefront of health science education and undertake high-impact research that anticipates the health issues of tomorrow while overcoming the challenges of today. Our educational degree offerings are preparing the allied health leaders of tomorrow in the areas of physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech pathology, diagnostic radiography and exercise physiology.

Our researchers are global leaders in disability and rehabilitation, heat and health, clinical imaging, sports science and physical activity, communication disorders and musculoskeletal health. Since our inception 160 years ago, the University of Sydney has led to improve the world around us. We believe in education for all and that effective leadership makes lives better. These same values are reflected in our approach to diversity and inclusion and underpin our long-term strategy for growth. We are Australia's first university and have an outstanding global reputation for academic and research excellence.

We are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate /Research Fellow in applied or public health breast cancer research to help achieve the mission and vision of the BREAST Australia research team with the Sydney School of Health Sciences.

Our research group is dedicated to advancing healthcare through cutting-edge research and innovation. Our mission is to improve the accuracy and efficiency of early breast cancer detection using state-of-the-art medical imaging technologies. We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Scientist to join our dynamic team and contribute to groundbreaking research in this critical field.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• engage in research either independently or as part of a research team
• apply expertise in research methodologies, design and delivery to contribute to the University's standing as a national leader in the discipline
• bring and maintain a research profile which meets University expectations and standards, including publication of peer-reviewed journal articles, conference presentations and research outputs
• maintain an understanding of the University’s strategic agenda and contribute to furthering that agenda
• provide training and support to students and research staff where appropriate
• engage in research evaluation and assessment of research practice
• undertake literature reviews, report writing and ethics applications
• prepare and contribute to grant applications and submissions
• supervise postgraduate and honours research students
• coordinate administrative tasks associated with research projects
• contribute to breast cancer research projects involving clinical imaging, population health, image perception and healthcare innovation
• analyse clinical, imaging and health-related datasets using appropriate quantitative methods
• contribute to the development, evaluation or application of artificial intelligence and machine learning approaches relevant to breast cancer research and medical imaging, where appropriate
• collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including radiologists, radiographers, clinicians, epidemiologists, health scientists and data scientists

About you:

• Completed a Ph.D. in either applied breast cancer research, public health breast cancer research, in Clinical Medical Imaging, or a relevant discipline (health sciences, Medicine)
• demonstrated experience in health, medical, imaging or population-based research
• breast imaging experience would be preferred; however, applicants with other clinical medical imaging or health research backgrounds will also be considered
• demonstrated experience or knowledge in one or more of the following:
• working effectively with experts across multiple disciplines including radiologists, radiographers, clinicians, public health researchers and health professionals
• medical imaging modalities such as MRI, Digital Mammography, Digital Breast Tomosynthesis, PET, CT, X-ray equipment or related technologies
• artificial intelligence, machine learning, image analytics, computer vision or related computational approaches applied to healthcare research (desirable)
• a peer-reviewed publication track record that demonstrates research excellence relative to opportunity
• demonstrated scientific creativity, innovation and problem-solving ability
• outstanding interpersonal and communication skills in a collaborative team environment

Note: Applicants are requested to submit one relevant publication/journal article in the relevant field along with their cover letter and resume.

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.

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Saturday 11 July 2026 11:59 PM