Research Associate/Fellow in Epidemiology/Biostatistics

Position Details

• 2 Year Contract | Full-Time

• Academic Level A | $88,842 - $107,666 p.a.

• Academic Level B | $113,211 - $133,974 pa.

• Location: Bedford Park / Kaurna Country

• Level A Position Description

• Level B Position Description

The successful candidate will be appointed to either the Level A or Level B position. Please indicate on your application which position(s) you would like to be considered for.

College of Medicine and Public Health 

At the College of Medicine and Public Health, we deliver clinical, population and lab-based research, integrated teaching programs and high-quality clinical services. Our footprint reaches out from our world class teaching hospital at the Flinders Medical Centre in South Australia to multiple rural clinical locations all the way to Darwin in the Northern Territory. Our research and teaching equip the next generation of leaders and innovators with the skill, commitment, and vision to protect vulnerable communities and truly advance health outcomes. It is at the heart of everything we do.

About the Research Associate Role (Level A)

We are seeking a Research Associate to contribute to a dynamic research program in Reproductive and Perinatal Pharmacoepidemiology, working under the guidance of the research group lead. The Reproductive and Perinatal Pharmacoepidemiology Research Group is dedicated to improving the health of women and children by advancing the quality, safety, and effectiveness of medication use across the reproductive lifespan — from menstrual health and contraception to pregnancy, lactation, and menopause.

In this role, you will support a range of projects by managing and analysing data from clinical trials, cohort studies, and large linked administrative datasets. You will contribute to study design and implementation, perform statistical analyses, and help prepare high-quality publications, reports, and conference presentations that influence policy and clinical practice.

You may also contribute to the development of grant applications and assist in mentoring students involved in the research program, in line with the University's policies and academic standards.

About You

To be successful in this role you will demonstrate:

• Completion of a PhD or substantial progress toward a PhD in epidemiology, biostatistics, or a related discipline.

• Experience working with health data from clinical trials, cohort studies, or large administrative health datasets.

• Familiarity with quantitative research methods and their application in health research.

• Ability to critically appraise and synthesise literature relevant to reproductive and perinatal health.

• Demonstrated capacity to contribute to team-based research and maintain productive professional relationships.

About the Research Fellow Role (Level B)

We are seeking a Research Fellow to join our Reproductive and Perinatal Pharmacoepidemiology Research Group. Working under the direction of the group lead, you will contribute to research aimed at improving the quality, safety, and effectiveness of medication use across the reproductive lifespan.

The role involves managing and analysing data from clinical trials, cohort studies, and large linked datasets. You will support study design, contribute to publications, present findings at conferences, and assist in preparing research funding applications. This is a great opportunity to be part of a collaborative team making a real impact on women's and children's health.

About You

To be successful in this role you will demonstrate:

• Postgraduate or PhD qualifications in epidemiology, statistics, biostatistics, public health, with a strong component in epidemiology and biostatistics, or a related degree

• Research experience in terms of publications in high quality journals, attraction of external competitive grants and presentations at a national and/or international level, preferably related to reproductive/perinatal health.

• Ability to work with health data collected through primary data collection (e.g. clinical trials and cohort studies) or the use of large administrative health datasets.

• Interpersonal skills and experience in collaborating and engaging with diverse stakeholders and industry partners.

• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to collect, organise, and analyse health related data with attention to detail and accuracy.

• Experience to undertake collaborative research and establish and maintain effective relationships with staff and industry.

Life at Flinders

We're transforming and investing in people and facilities to create contemporary, stimulating, and satisfying learning and work environments that reflect our core values of excellence, innovation, courage, and integrity. Flinders is refocusing its strategic priorities with the aim of elevating its performance to be a top ten Australian university, and amongst the top 1% in the world.

Reaching beyond the limits of buildings, borders, and backgrounds, ours is an inclusive culture that believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all. We don't just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them. So, why work at Flinders?

• 17% Superannuation + salary packaging options

• Flexible working arrangements

• Wide range of professional development activities and services

• We embrace diversity and promote equity and inclusion for all students and staff

• Vibrant campus life and amenities including on campus health care services, gym and childcare centre (Bedford Park, South Australia).

Our Commitment to Reconciliation and Indigenous Employment

Flinders University is proud to be an organisation that is committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan and Indigenous Workforce Strategy. Our vision is to be a preferred employer for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.  We are committed to progressing Indigenous advancement in education, research, employment, and wellbeing, and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all Flinders vacancies.

Prescribed Conditions for Employment

• A current Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check which is satisfactory to the University will be required by Flinders University before the successful applicant can commence in this position. A criminal record will not automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration. Each case will be assessed on its individual merits and relevance to the inherent requirements of the role.

• Please note that you may be required to provide evidence that you are up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations, in line with the Flinders University COVID-19 Vaccination Policy 

• It is a requirement of this position that the incumbent maintain a current Working with Children Check which is satisfactory to the University in accordance with the Child Safety (Prohibited Persons) Act 2016 (SA).

How to Apply and Information

• You are required to submit your CV and a Suitability Statement of no more than 3 pages, addressing the Key Position Capabilities of the Level A Position Description or Level B Position Description

• For more information regarding this position, please contact Luke Grzeskowiak

• Please see here for our Reconciliation Action Plan

• Please see here for our Indigenous Workforce Strategy

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At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities.

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