University of South Australia

University of South Australia

Research Associate (Level ARAS)

Australia

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  • Role based in Allied Health & Human Performance at the City West campus

  • Part-time (0.5 FTE), fixed term contract until 28/02/2025
  • Starting salary: $96,929 (pro rata) per annum (plus 17% superannuation)
  • About the Role

    Reporting to the Senior Research Fellow, you will contribute to the research efforts of The Cancer Epidemiology and Population Health Research Group, particularly in relation to the project entitled ‘Barriers and facilitators to help seeking around sexual function: developing pathways to help men after prostate cancer treatment'.

    About UniSA Allied Health & Human Performance

    The UniSA Allied Health and Human Performance Unit offers a wide range of degrees and conducts research in the fields of physiotherapy, occupational therapy, podiatry, medical radiation sciences, medical sonography, speech pathology, clinical exercise physiology, exercise and nutrition, health sciences, public health, exercise and sport science, and human movement.

    Our degrees meet the evolving needs of the health industry, with our graduates actively contributing to the future health workforce in areas such as medical imaging, rehabilitation and wellness, disability, health promotion, chronic disease, pain management, wellbeing and high-performance sport.

    Essential Skills and Experience

  • Undergraduate qualifications with honours in a relevant field, e.g., epidemiology, health behaviour/psychology, clinical or population health, mixed method research
  • Knowledge and understanding of principles and concepts related to health outcomes research
  • Sound quantitative analysis skills using Stata or other relevant statistical software
  • A developing record of research achievement as demonstrated by publications, conference papers and other research activities, commensurate with opportunity
  • High-level verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present information effectively and clearly to a wide audience and a variety of stakeholders (e.g. conference presentations), including writing for publication
  • Demonstrated experience and ability to work collaboratively as part of a diverse and multi-disciplinary research team as well as work independently
  • Benefits

    Getting a great job working with the best is just the start. UniSA rewards its staff with a wide variety of benefits such as:

  • Access to great personal development opportunities
  • Generous superannuation contributions of 17%
  • Flexible working conditions
  • Employee assistance and development programs
  • A variety of leave arrangements
  • Start Your Unstoppable Career

    For a copy of the position description and to apply, please visit Working at UniSA. The online application form will list the specific selection criteria that you need to address.

    Please address your cover letter to Alex Koszegi, Senior Consultant: Talent Attraction. For further information about the position or the recruitment process, please contact UniSA Recruitment Central on +61 8 8302 1700 or via email at [email protected] using job reference number 6147.

    Applications close: 11:30pm Tuesday 28 May 2024

    Applications welcomed from Australian or NZ citizens, Australian permanent residents and those who have the legal right to work in Australia for the term of appointment.

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    Job details

    Title

    Research Associate (Level ARAS)

    Employer

    University of South Australia

    Location

    Australia

    Published

    May 09, 2024

    Application deadline

    May 28, 2024

    Job type

    Postdoc

    Field

    Biology,Medicine,Psychology,Social Science

    About the employer

    The forerunners of today’s UniSA were the South Australian School of Art, founded in 1856, the first of several Teacher Training Colleges formed in 1876, and the School of Mines and Industries which was established in 1889. These schools were renowned for providing quality education and for responding to the needs of the nascent colony of South Australia.

    The University of South Australia is a globally connected and engaged university with industry-informed teaching and research that is inventive and adventurous. Ranked number one in Australia for quality education and number six worldwide and with 100% of assessed research rated at or above world-class, the University is young, innovative and offers students the chance to gain real-world experience.  Focused on life beyond the classroom, the University of South Australia offers a practical approach to teaching and learning. Degrees are designed with strong professional emphasis and in partnership with industry, giving students opportunities to gain practical skills and graduate career ready.

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