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Senior Research Associate – The Kirby Institute

• Employment Type: Full-time (35 hours per week) – part-time or job-share options will also be considered
• Duration: 2 year fixed term contract
• Remuneration: $123,620 - $145,730 + 17% Super and leave loading
• Location: Kensington, NSW (Hybrid working, work from home and from UNSW Sydney campus)
• Full Australian working rights required for the duration of the contract

About The Kirby Institute:

The Kirby Institute is a world-leading health research institute at UNSW Sydney. We work to eliminate infectious diseases, globally. Our specialisation is in developing health solutions for the most at-risk communities. Putting communities at the heart of our research, we develop tests, treatments, cures and prevention strategies that have the greatest chance of success.

Why Your Role Matters:

As a Senior Research Associate you will support the Infection Analytics Program in the development of a Framework for Evidence Evaluation in Vaccine Assessment (FEEVA). The FEEVA project is an interdisciplinary venture combining expertise in immunology and evidence assessment. In this role, you will supervise and carry out literature reviews in the area of vaccine development to produce reports and publications. You will liaise closely with the Australian Living Evidence Collaboration (ALEC, Monash University) to contribute to their work.

The Infection Analytics Program is a team of 15 scientists and evidence analysts studying infectious diseases. The role of Senior Research Associate reports to Professor/Program head or other senior members of the team and will have one direct report.

Who You Are:

• Demonstrated experience in research protocols, evidence synthesis and assessment; experience with GRADE methods is highly desirable.
• Substantial expertise in Immunology, Infectious Diseases and/or Vaccine development is highly desirable.
• A PhD in a related discipline, and proven track record of high-level research outputs in the field including publications.
• Evidence of supervision of projects and personnel (including students) to achieve timely research productivity.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, a demonstrated ability to liaise effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders and build effective relationships.
• Superior time management skills, with an ability to work independently to achieve a high quality of outcome.
• Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with discipline knowledge and developments.
• Sound analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to solve problems by taking initiative, using discretion and demonstrating attention to detail.
• Advanced computer literacy, including the ability to learn and adopt new software packages as required. Demonstrated high-level proficiency in the MS Office Suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) essential; Covidence skills desirable.

The IAP team has multiple positions available, and they would like to hear from candidates who have expertise in evidence synthesis and/or immunology.

Benefits and Culture:

UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to a plethora of UNSW-perks including:​

• 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:

Make each day matter with a meaningful career at UNSW. Submit your application online before 25 July at 11:55pm. To be considered for this role, your application should include a document addressing the Selection Criteria (skills and experience on the position description). A copy of the Position Description can be found on JOBS@UNSW.

Get in Touch (for job related queries only – applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed):

Jamie Cutler: Talent Acquisition Consultant

E: j.cutler@unsw.edu.au

UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. 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.