Employment Type: Part Time, 21 hours per week
Duration: 2 Years Fixed Term
Remuneration: Level 7 $110K- $119 K pro rata (based on experience) + 17% Super + Annual Leave Loading
Location: Kensington, Sydney, New South Wales
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold unrestricted work rights to be considered for this position.
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:
The Senior Research Officer will play a pivotal role in advancing key research initiatives at The Kirby Institute, UNSW, with a focus on HIV and Triple Elimination in the Asia Pacific region.
Supporting the ACTUP-PNG project under the leadership of Professor Angela Kelly-Hanku of the Asia and Pacific Health Program, the role involves applying strong theoretical and technical expertise to produce policy-relevant findings related to HIV transmission and drug resistance. The Senior Research Officer will also provide high-level technical, research, and project support to senior academic staff, contributing to the successful execution of multiple research projects.
This position is within the Global Health Equity and Justice Research Group. The role reports to the Professor within the Asia Pacific Health Program, The Kirby Institute and has no direct reports.
Skills and Experience:
- Relevant tertiary qualification with subsequent relevant experience or equivalent competence gained through any combination of education, training and experience in HIV epidemiology and molecular sequencing.
- Previous experience working on HIV capacity building projects in the Asia Pacific region. Having experience working in Papua New Guinea is highly desirable.
- Advanced knowledge of research protocols, experimental design and planning as involved in developing research projects and reporting against milestones.
- High-level quantitative data management and research skills and a proven record in the management and use of large datasets/databases.
- Experience working with a range of computer systems and applications, including MS Office suite Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams; reference management software, SPSS or similar.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a high level of attention to detail for deliverables produced.
- Demonstrated ability to work with, write for, communicate with, and present to a range of audiences regarding quantitative statistics and research findings.
- Sound influencing and consultation skills and proven ability to interact effectively with diverse stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and productively within a team, but also to take initiative and work independently while managing competing demands.
- Knowledge of health & safety (psychosocial and physical) responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.
Benefits and Culture:
UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to a plethora of UNSW-perks including:
- 17% Superannuation and leave loading
- Flexible working
- An 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:
To be considered for this role, your application must include a document addressing the Selection Criteria which are outlined in the “Skills and Experience” section of the position description). Applications that do not address these selection criteria will not be considered
Please click Apply now to submit your application online. Applications submitted via email will not be accepted.
Submit your application online before Tuesday 3rd June 2025 at 11:30pm.
Get in Touch (for job related queries only – applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed):
Aarti: Talent Acquisition Associate
E: a.aarti@unsw.edu.au
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