Research Associate (Health Services Research/Epidemiology)

About the role

• Employment Type: Full-time (35 hours per week)
• Duration: 1-year fixed-term contract
• Remuneration: Level C $91k - $121k base + 17% Superannuation + Annual Leave Loading
• Work rights required: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this position.
• Location: Randwick Clinical Campus, Sydney NSW

Who we are

The Population Child Health research group UNSW is an integrated, multidisciplinary, translational research team working across the Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network with partners in Local Health Districts, State and Commonwealth governments to inform service delivery and policy through innovation, collaboration, research, policy development and advocacy.

Why this role matters

The Research Associate (Health Services Research/Epidemiology) will work within the Population Child Health research group, School of Clinical Medicine UNSW and will support research service and develop novel research by increasing quality publication output and grant income with the aim of improving the health, wellbeing and development of children and young people locally, nationally and internationally.

As the Research Associate, you will provide statistical and epidemiological support for intervention-based studies and grant applications. The position conducts research activities, including surveys, literature reviews, data collection and recording results using appropriate research methods under the guidance of a research leader. The role supports the dissemination of research outcomes through suitable channels, and involves presenting at conferences and/or workshops.

The role reports directly to the Head of the Population Child Health research group and has no direct reports.

Skills required

• A PhD in Epidemiology/Statistics or related discipline, and/or an appropriate level of expertise gained from a combination of experience, training and/or professional accreditation.
• Competency in a range of statistical software, preferably R, SAS and/or Stata, and previous experience working with large sets of data.
• Experience working in the design and evaluation of trials would be beneficial.
• Evidence of highly developed interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships with diverse stakeholders at all levels of seniority.
• Demonstrated ability to undertake high quality academic research (including study design and implementation, grant writing, and ethics applications) and conduct independent research with limited supervision through engaging organisational skills, managing priorities, and demonstrating attention to detail.
• Proven commitment to keeping up to date with discipline knowledge and developments.
• Demonstrated track record of publications and conference presentations relative to opportunity.
• An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
• Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.

Pre-Employment checks required for this Position

• Verification of qualifications
• Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• Criminal Records Check

UNSW Benefits and Culture

• 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

More information on the great staff benefits and culture can be found here.

How to Apply

Please click on Apply now to apply online. Applications should not be sent to the contact listed below. Please provide a resume and a separate document addressing the main skills and experience listed in the position description. A copy of the Position Description can be found on JOBS@UNSW.

Contact

Anabel Wason - Talent Acquisition Consultant (process specific queries) E: a.wason@unsw.edu.au

Rennie Holland - Research Administrator (role specific queries) E: rennie.holland@unsw.edu.au

Applications close: Tuesday 30th September 2025 at 11:55pm (Sydney time). Please apply through the application portal and not via the contacts above.

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.