Research Fellow

**Job no**:HRC0002220

**Category**:Academic Level B

**Base Salary**:$103,221 to $122,576 plus 17 % superannuation***

**Position**:Full Time** **Fixed Term Until June 2026

**Location**:Wallsend Health Campus
- Work with multiple partners on this unique, influential research program.
- Lead projects within the local health district. Influence government policy.
- Competitive salary, additional days leave & so much more

Lead projects within the local health district that focus on One Health and emerging infectious disease risks using social science methods.

**About our university**

The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and creating a better future for our regions and the globe. Underpinned by this vision and our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability, the University of Newcastle’s _Looking Ahead_ Strategic Plan 2020-2025 outlines the University’s commitment to delivering an exceptional student experience and serving our communities.

For more information click here - Our Uni.

**Be challenged and imagine with us**

Working with Conjoint Professor David Durrheim, you will deliver on the priorities of the Prevention Research Support Program (PRSP), reducing the risk of communicable disease transmission. The role involves leading projects within the Hunter New England Local Health District that focus on One Health and emerging infectious disease risks using social science methods. The role is supported by public health and industry partners. Other responsibilities will include facilitating the NSW Regional One Health Network and working with Health Protection team members in existing COVID-19 and One Health projects.

In this position you will work with multiple partners both within and outside of government, including health professionals, veterinary staff, people working with wildlife and aged care.

Using social science tools, your findings will influence and impact government policies.

**How you will inspire us**

Together with the Selection Criteria for the role you will have:

- the capability to lead partner engagement and research translation;
- strong qualitative research skills;
- the ability to work with diverse industry partners;
- excellent analytical and writing capability.

**What we offer**

In addition to working for a university that is breaking boundaries, discovering new ways of thinking and cementing a place as a global leader, we offer a range of benefits to our employees to ensure you balance your commitments, stay healthy and work effectively.

These include:

- flexible working arrangements (in line with the University’s Flexible Work Policy);
- 17% super and salary packaging;
- additional University Holiday days, generous personal leave and parental leave, annual leave loading and additional purchased leave scheme;
- discounts in private health insurance, gym memberships, software, travel and more;
- wellbeing programs.

For information on our employee benefits please visit here.

**Your next steps**
- Your ORCID ID
- A URL link to your University Academic Profile (or equivalent)
- A Cover Letter; outlining your interest in the role, including contact details for a minimum of three relevant referees.
- A statement addressing the Essential and Desirable Criteria, as provided in the Position Description attached below (4 pages max)
- Your CV, which should be a maximum of five pages and be succinct and discipline appropriate.

**Please upload your Cover Letter and response to the requested Criteria as **one** PDF document**.

Your Cover Letter and Response to the Essential Criteria should not exceed 4 pages (approximately 2,000 words).

For the full list of the selection criteria and role responsibilities, please download the Position Description (available in the Related Documents section below).

**Closing date: Sunday, 25 June 2023 at 11.59pm AEST**

**We are excited to be Looking Ahead with you**

**Move to Newcastle**

A move to Newcastle offers you the choice to live in the city, by the sea or near bushland - the region offers a wonderful place for a family to grow and the opportunity to strike a work/life balance.

Visit the City of Newcastle site to imagine your future.
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