- $106,194 – $125,797 + 17% superannuation
- Full-time, 3-year fixed-term contract
- Supportive and collaborative team, flexible working environment
Job Reference: 840503
The Healthy Environments and Lives (HEAL) is a large research network led by the Australian National University (ANU) that brings together Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander knowledge, sustainable development, environmental epidemiology, and data science and communication to address climate change and its impacts on health. Researchers, practitioners, communities, and policymakers work together on urban health, bushfires, air, soil and water pollution, food security, heatwaves and other extreme events, and biosecurity.
As part of the HEAL network, Curtin University has an exciting opportunity for a Research Fellow to contribute to the research outcomes of innovative and future-oriented research initiatives in a multi-institutional environment.
In your new role, you will…
- Work collaboratively and effectively with a multi-disciplinary research team, to contribute to the preparation of research reports in fulfillment of research contract deliverables.
- Conduct multivariate statistical analyses including structural modelling and multilevel analysis, or in-depth experience conducting qualitative analysis.
- Translate and communicate research outcomes to industry and other research partners, including non-academics, in journal publications as well as in conference presentations.
- Participate in the development of proposals for further funding and develop research prototypes to support future research.
- Contribute to the successful supervision of research higher degree students as part of a large team.
- Build and maintain collaborative partnerships within and beyond the HEAL Network including interdisciplinary domains, Government bodies, and the wider community.
- Contribute to the broader activities of the HEAL network as required.
We are looking for someone with….
- A PhD or equivalent in a relevant field.
- Demonstrated research experience in one or more of the following relevant fields: urban planning, urban heat island, housing, air quality, heat, and health.
- Emerging track record and recognition for quality research outputs which will contribute to existing discipline and School research areas evidenced by publications, development of new research initiatives, competitive research funding, and industry links.
- Demonstrated high-level communication and interpersonal skills with a commitment to the development of a collegial and supportive working environment.
- Ability to interact with students and staff with cross-cultural sensitivity.
To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Associate Professor Richard Norman on 08 9266 1327 or at richard.norman@curtin.edu.au.
About us
The School of Population Health is recognised internationally as a leader in education and research across the full spectrum of population health disciplines. The school offers teaching, learning and research programs in Public Health, Health Administration, Environmental Health, Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Occupational Health and Safety, Health Promotion, Nutrition, Health Economics, and Health Sciences. Our staff are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide Australia and the world with quality graduates and innovative research.
Curtin is a friendly place where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are a part of everyday life. Our vibrant campus includes a gym, childcare, a medical centre, an art gallery, endless food options including a full-range grocer, beautiful gardens, end-of-trip facilities, accessible parking, and excellent public transport connections.
We offer generous superannuation and salary packaging benefits. We are committed to looking after our employees by promoting health and wellbeing, work flexibility, and personal development opportunities.
For more information about our university, please visit www.curtin.edu.au.
Join us!
Please provide a cover letter and your CV to allow us to assess your suitability for this role.
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Applications close: Wednesday 17th May 2023, 10.00 pm AWST
Applicants should note that prior to appointment, you will need to have a current National Police Records check, and undergo character, integrity, and reference checks.
As this is a fixed-term contract role, you will require current work rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role.
If you have any queries in relation to this application process, please contact our careers team on 08 9266 9000 (option 3,1).
Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time.
