"Research Support Officer"

Camperdown Campus

Part time

0118857

• Part time (0.4 FTE) fixed term until 31 December 2024 at Camperdown
• Opportunity to support the research within the Infectious Diseases – Public Health team
• Base Salary $83,384 - $93,362 (pro-rata)+ 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

Founded in 1930, Sydney School of Public Health is Australia’s first and leading school of public health. Each day, our researchers and graduates are tackling global health challenges and striving to improve equity in communities locally and around the world.

This is a unique opportunity for a Research Assistant to contribute to important research focusing on improving infectious diseases and immunisation programs across the Asia-Pacific region and designing methods to improve disease surveillance, emergency responses and immunisation programs in these regions. The role will be embedded in the Infectious Diseases, Immunisation and Emergencies Group working with Associate Professor Meru Sheel and her team.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• support the design of research work being undertaken in the work area
• conduct data analysis, prepare reporting and presentations and carry out literature searches for the work area
• undertake specific research activity as part of the broader Research agenda
• provide research administrative support for the work area
• coordinate the development and submission of research publications for the work area
• ensure that the appropriate ethics applications are lodged in collaboration with the Chief Investigator
• undertake domestic and international travel and work flexibly
• undertake ad-hoc projects and other activities

About you

• experience, background, or tertiary qualification in healthcare – Masters and experience in global health desirable
• ability to work both independently and as part of a team, taking initiative and exercising sound judgement in resolving matters that may arise as part of normal daily work
• have excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills with sound negotiating and conflict resolution
• demonstrate good problem-solving skills and exercise sound judgement to prioritise workload during busy periods
• have a strong understanding of relevant aspects of the Work Health and Safety Policy and relevant legislation, including Safe Laboratory Practices, as applicable to the work environment
• strong administrative skills and computer literacy with End Note, SPSS, image analysis, and the Microsoft Suite
• ability to travel and work flexibly

To keep our community safe, please be aware of our COVID safety precautions which form our conditions of entry for all staff, students and visitors coming to campus.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For a continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

Australian Temporary Residents currently employed at the University of Sydney may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the reasons for the position.

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 include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through 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. 

How to apply

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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 Deepna Chand, Recruitment Operations by email to Deepna.Chand@sydney.edu.au

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Applications Close

Wednesday 12 June 2024 11:59 PM