Research Associate/Research Fellow (Level ARAS/BRF)

University of South Australia
January 12, 2025
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  • Based in the UniSA Allied Health and Human Performance unit at the City West campus

  • Part-time (0.8 FTE), fixed term contract until 15 January 2027
  • Salary: $100,322 - $133,388 (pro rata) per annum (plus 17% superannuation)
  • About the Role

    The Research Associate or Fellow will investigate the roles of human endogenous retrovirus (part of human genome sequences) on motor neuron disease. In this position, you will conduct research activities primarily through statistical genetic analysis of large-scale multi-omics data on motor neuron disease. This position will offer the opportunity to work at all levels of research from establishing research questions through to publishing high quality research outputs.

    About UniSA

    The University of South Australia is Australia's University of Enterprise. Our culture of innovation is anchored around global and national links to academic, research and industry partners. Our graduates are the new urban professionals, global citizens at ease with the world and ready to create and respond to change. Our research is inventive and adventurous and we create new knowledge that is central to global economic and social prosperity.

    Allied Health and Human Performance

    At UniSA Allied Health and Human Performance, we shape community wellbeing by educating future health professionals, producing graduates who contribute to the future health workforce. We deliver solutions-based research that addresses global health needs, working with industry and the community to solve critical health challenges.

    Core Responsibilities

  • Contribute to research planning by participating in sessions, offering ideas, reviewing literature, writing papers, and attending seminars
  • Contribute to research execution by managing and analysing data, exploring new methods, seeking information from various sources, and assessing resource requirements
  • Contribute to disseminating knowledge by drafting reports and papers, and attending meetings and conferences
  • Contribute to the preparation and development of grant and tender applications, including undertaking power calculations, literature searchers, and other tasks as required
  • Contribute to the supervision of Honours, Masters and PhD students, as required
  • Essential Skills and Experience

    Level ARAS

  • Postgraduate qualifications in a relevant field (e.g., quantitative genetics, statistics, bioinformatics, computer programming, epidemiology)
  • Knowledge and understanding of statistical genetics and experience with the analysis of complex traits
  • Experience in computer programming, including working with databases and handling large data files
  • A developing research record demonstrated by publications, conference papers, and other research activities
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly to diverse audiences and work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team
  • Level BRF

  • PhD in a relevant field (e.g., quantitative genetics, statistics, bioinformatics, computer programming, epidemiology) with postdoctoral research experience
  • Demonstrated knowledge and extensive experience in statistical genetics and the analysis of complex traits
  • Proficiency in computer programming, including database communication and handling large data files
  • An evolving research record with publications, conference papers, and other research activities
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with experience in presenting information to diverse audiences and working collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams, alongside high-level problem-solving and organizational abilities
  • 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:

  • Generous superannuation contributions of 17%
  • Flexible working conditions
  • Employee assistance and development programs
  • A range of salary packaging options, including vehicle leasing, laptops and car parking fees
  • Various on-site services available at our campuses which may include on- site gym membership
  • Culture

    At the University of South Australia, we value workplace diversity and are committed to providing a supportive, inclusive, and respectful work environment for all people. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, women, members of the LGBTIQ+ community, people of culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disability.

    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 Laura Gomes, Consultant: Recruitment Central . 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 6854.

    Applications close: 11:30pm Sunday 12 January 2025

    We are committed to providing an equitable and barrier free recruitment process and encourage you to share any support, adjustments and/or access requirements you have by contacting our Recruitment Central team on [email protected] . Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential.

    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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