Full time fixed term 12 months at Camperdown Several Research Fellow Roles at the School of Public Health focusing on Cancer Research Base Salary $122,830 - $145,858 plus 17% superannuation About the opportunity Join the Leaders in Global Health and Cancer ControlFounded in 1930, the Sydney School of Public Health is Australia's first and leading school in public health, dedicated to addressing the world's most pressing health challenges. Each day, our researchers and graduates are tackling global health issues and striving to improve equity in communities both locally and around the world.
At the forefront of cancer control, Professor Karen Canfell and her team play a pivotal role in supporting policy, practice and decision-making for innovative cancer solutions. Their groundbreaking work has led to the transformation of Australia's National Cervical Screening Program, which transitioned to HPV testing in 2017, positioning Australia as the first country expected to eliminate cervical cancer as a public health issue.
Professor Canfell's team also leads Compass, Australia's largest-ever clinical trial with 76,000 women— the first trial worldwide to assess cervical screening in an HPV-vaccinated population. Through her leadership, we're shaping the future of cancer control both domestically and internationally.
A key partner in the WHO Cervical Cancer Elimination Modelling Consortium (CCEMC), the team's work on the economic benefits and impact of cervical cancer elimination is cited in the World Health Organization's strategic plan.
Our team is recruiting a number of roles, suiting individuals with a strong understanding of the domestic and global cancer research and implementation ecosystem, in particular in the prevention, screening and early detection domains of cervical cancer, breast cancer, lung cancer, colorectal, prostate and/or pancreatic cancer, and with experience contributing to the design, analysis, reporting and delivery of high-quality cancer control research, epidemiological, health services and implementation initiatives.
Your key responsibilities will be to: Provide deep technical knowledge and project management support to the Chief Investigator and collaborate with academic and research professionals to support the group research.
Conduct original research independently or as part of a team, focusing on publication, conference presentations, and securing research funding.
Develop research collaborations and engage in translational research that result in knowledge or technology transfer leading to commercialisation, improved policy or practice, or enhancement to industry, the profession or community.
Contribute to applications for competitive research grants or funding to deliver research impact.
Maintain quality, standards and excellence in research activities and output.
Provide informal mentoring and guidance to lower-level academics and supervise postgraduate research students or projects where appropriate.
Contribute expertise and knowledge through communication of scholarship with industry, forums of public debate, organisation of public events, seminars, and conferences.
About you PhD in Epidemiology, Public Health or a relevant field.
Proven experience conducting original research and engaging in scholarly activity.
A developing network of academic, industry and professional partners and stakeholders.
Proven experience supervising and mentoring others.
In Addition, for Research Fellow Role 1 Strong knowledge of and experience working across cancers, including lung, cervical, melanoma.
Experience in leading cost-effectiveness evaluations, ideally in the context of cancer prevention and control.
Strong understanding of cancer screening, surveillance and management approaches.
Familiar with genomics-guided cancer management approaches.
In Addition, for Research Fellow Role 2 Extensive experience in cervical cancer research.
Strong understanding of cervical cancer screening modelling.
General understanding of sexual health research.
Publication track record, including in high impact journals.
Strong relationship management and cross-cultural communication skills.
In Addition, for Research Fellow Role 3 Strong knowledge of and experience working on research relating to cervical screening and HPV prevention.
Strong writing skills, including experience developing and drafting detailed scientific reports and publications.
Ability to manage projects to meet external deadlines.
Experience working with external stakeholders.
Skills in data analysis, literature reviews, and experience managing data analysts or other research staff.
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.
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How to apply Please note the University will be closed from 20/12/2024 and will reopen 06/01/2025. We will be interviewing for this role early late January/early February 2025. Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. Please indicate which role (1,2 or 3) you are applying for on your application. For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply.
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