Senior Research Fellow

(Level C) $135,388 to $155,696 per annum plus an employer contribution of up to 17% superannuation may apply

Full-time, fixed term position available immediately for a period of 24 months

JBI, situated within the School of Public Health, is an international research organisation that develops and delivers unique evidence-based information, software, education and training designed to improve healthcare practice and health outcomes. JBI has a mission focussed, positive workplace culture that supports and develops staff skills and knowledge in evidence-based healthcare.

The successful candidate will contribute to synthesis research methodology programs and will be involved in methodological developmental work and contribution to the development of tools and software to assist in the conduct of systematic reviews. The candidate will also contribute to/lead the development and update of teaching materials and delivery of JBI training programs and workshops on the conduct of systematic reviews and other types of evidence synthesis (both face to face and remote). This role includes assessment of course participants and may include supervision of higher degree research students. The successful applicant will join and help support the JBI international trainers' network and some national and international travel may be required.

To be successful you will need:

• PhD in the discipline or have equivalent qualifications or research experience.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated experience in research in evidence synthesis methodology and research methods and experience in conducting systematic reviews
• Demonstrated skills and experience in teaching evidence-based healthcare, systematic reviews and/or research methods
• Demonstrated skills and experience in the conduct of lectures demonstrations and workshops (face to face and online)
• Demonstrated ability to effectively consult, mentor or supervise students
• Evidence to develop course material with appropriate guidance from the program coordinator
• Proven ability to perform administrative functions primarily connected with the area of research.
• Demonstrated experience to conduct independent high-quality research, including leading research, where applicable
• Strong track record of high-quality publications, reports or conference presentations relative to opportunity.
• Ability to mark and assess effectively and to provide support to students by delivering appropriate feedback
• Demonstrated ability to guide and oversee postgraduate and honours students in the research area and supervise research support staff.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate across disciplines and collaborate with external stakeholders within government, non-government and/or community.

The path to Adelaide University

We are on an exciting path to Adelaide University as we prepare to open our doors in January 2026. Adelaide University will combine the strengths of the University of Adelaide and the University of South Australia, and we are dedicated to creating an accessible and future-focused educational powerhouse that fosters economic and social wellbeing through ground-breaking research and innovative teaching. You can learn more about Adelaide University HERE and more information will be provided throughout the recruitment process.

Enjoy an outstanding career environment

We offer a uniquely rewarding workplace. The size, breadth and quality of our education and research programs - including significant industry, government and community collaboration - offers you vast scope and opportunity for a long, fulfilling career.

It also enables us to attract high-calibre people in all facets of our operations, ensuring you will be surrounded by talented colleagues, many world-leading. Our work's cutting-edge nature - not just in your own area, but across virtually the full spectrum of human endeavour - provides a constant source of inspiration.

Our culture is one that welcomes all and embraces diversity consistent with our Staff Values and Behaviour Framework and our Values of integrity, respect, collegiality, excellence and discovery. We firmly believe that our people are our most valuable asset, so we work to grow and diversify the skills, knowledge and capability of all our staff.

We embrace flexibility as a key principle to allow our people to manage the changing demands of work, personal and family life.

In addition, we offer a wide range of attractive staff benefits. These include: salary packaging; flexible work arrangements; high-quality professional development programs and activities; and an on-campus health clinic, gym and other fitness facilities.

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Your faculty's broader role

The Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences contains one of Australia's largest concentrations of leading health researchers, teachers and clinical titleholders. It's comprised of eight schools and a number of specialist disciplines, institutes and centres, variously focused on world-class research, and training the next generation of: medical doctors; surgeons; dentists; nurses; psychiatrists; psychologists; and other health professionals.

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If you have the talent, we'll give you the opportunity. Together, let's make history.

Click on the 'Apply Now' button to be taken through to the online application form. Please ensure you submit a cover letter, resume, and upload a document that includes your responses to all of the selection criteria for the position as contained in the position description or selection criteria document.

Applications close 11:55pm, 19 June 2025

To be eligible to apply for this position, you must be an Adelaide University, University of Adelaide or UniSA current employee at the time the position is advertised.

For further information

For a confidential discussion regarding this position, contact:

Associate Professor Edoardo Aromataris
Director - Synthesis Science, JBI
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E: [email protected]

For application related enquiries, contact:

Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences HR Team
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We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Female applicants, people with a disability and/or and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who meet the requirements of this position are strongly encouraged to apply. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.

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