"Research Fellow"

• Part time fixed term role available until 2027
• Join a world leader in health science research and education
• Base Salary starting from $127,436 + 17% superannuation (Pro Rata)

About the opportunity

The Sydney School of Health Sciences is a world leader in health science research and education. We collaborate with external partners and engage with real-world problems to anticipate the health issues of tomorrow while overcoming the challenges of today. Our high-impact research is acknowledged and translated into practice and policy nationally and internationally. Our multidisciplinary research themes and centres reflect the strength, diversity and depth of our research. Our master's and PhD research degrees offer the opportunity to work alongside our world-leading researchers. We engage in key issues, such as healthcare reform and strive to achieve the best possible health and wellbeing outcomes for the whole community.

The University of Sydney School of Health Sciences is seeking an outstanding Research Fellow (Level B), the incumbent will work under broad direction, translating accountabilities into tasks to deliver against goals. They will be the subject matter expert, provide sound advice and recommendations, resolve complex matters and escalated issues related to their responsibilities.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• Conduct original research related to stuttering independently or as part of a team, focusing on publication, conference presentations
• Maintain a research profile, including peer-reviewed journal articles, conference and/or seminar papers.
• Develop research collaborations and engage in translational research that results in improved policy or practice in stuttering education and service provision.
• Maintain quality, standards and excellence in research activities and output.
• Contribute to a positive workplace culture in which diversity of thought, contribution, collaboration, excellence and achieving outcomes are valued and enabled.
• Understand and contribute to furthering the university and faculty/school strategic agenda
• Undertake other duties and contribute to projects appropriate within the classification level as required.

About you

• Experienced academic and speech pathologist
• Completion or near completion of a Doctor of Philosophy in the Discipline of Speech Pathology
• Proven experience conducting original research and engaging in scholarly activity related to stuttering
• A developing research profile and network, ideally related to stuttering
• Demonstrated experience contributing to the academic life and administrative tasks of the broader workplace, with a track record of effective teamwork

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Work Rights: you must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

This position is designated as involving child-related work. To undertake or remain in this position, you are required to apply for and obtain a Working with Children Check clearance in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. 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 LGBTIQ+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion.

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.

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For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Rachel Ann Yazigi, Recruitment Operations by email to rachel.yazigi@sydney.edu.au.

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Applications Close

Tuesday 24 February 2026 11:59 PM

locations

Camperdown Campus

time type

Part time

posted on

Posted Today

job requisition id

0145261