University of New South Wales Hiring for Statistical Consultant and Biostatistician (2 roles) Job at Sydney Full Time

Why your role matters

• 2 x academic positions, supporting other researchers
• Full-time (35 hours week), 2-year fixed term contracts
• Hybrid roles – work from home and the office
• $79,679 – $131,517 (depending on exp.) + 17% super + leave loading

Statistical Consultant (508616)

You’ll build on the statistical capacity of UNSW researchers and research students by advising on or leading study design, analysis and communication of results, developing and running regular professional development workshops and seminars, and building and maintaining strong relationships to facilitate interdisciplinary research.

Biostatistician (508557)

As above with a particular focus on supporting researchers in the Randwick Health & Innovation Precinct (RHIP).

The Organisation

Stats Central is a team of statisticians offering UNSW researchers support and training in study design and analysis, as part of the university’s 2025 Strategy. It is based in the Mark Wainwright Analytical Centre in the Division of Research and Enterprise, a centralised unit that manages major research infrastructure at UNSW and provides relevant technical and consulting expertise. Randwick Health & Innovation Precinct is a newly established health precinct that brings together researchers at UNSW, in government, local hospitals, research institutes and preclinical faculties.

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Who you are

Statistical Consultant

Level A

You have a PhD in Applied Statistics or related area, and can demonstrate the following skills and experience:

• Advanced statistical techniques, and ability to manage multiple projects and deliver on-time results
• Work effectively as a team member, and the capacity for independent decision-making using initiative
• Collaborate with researchers from different backgrounds and communicate statistical concepts clearly to non-statisticians
• Provide effective statistical mentoring to research staff and students
• Develop statistical methodology or statistical software applications, and able to write code in multiple statistical packages
• Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training

Level B (in addition to the above)

• Ability and experience working in a statistical consulting role and reviewing research grants and journal articles
• Provide independent scientific and statistical leadership, and the capacity to review research proposals critically
• Effectively instruct applied researchers on statistical techniques in a short course setting and develop materials for short courses
• A strong inter-disciplinary publication record including publications in statistical methodology journals

Biostatistician

Additionally, you will have experience in bioinformatics and general knowledge of high-throughput technologies used in molecular biology.

To apply: Please submit your CV, Cover Letter and responses to Skills and Experience nominated in the Position Description via the APPLY button.

Contact

Shiree Thomas

Talent Acquisition Consultant

E: [email protected]

Applications close: 11.55pm, Sunday 3rd July 2022

UNSW aspires to be the exemplar Australian university and employer of choice for people from diverse backgrounds. UNSW aims to ensure equality in recruitment, development, retention, and promotion of staff and that no-one is disadvantaged on the basis of their gender, cultural background, disability, sexual orientation or identity or Indigenous heritage. We encourage everyone who meets the selection criteria to apply.

UNSW partners with Australia’s leading diversity organisations, networks, and campaigns. Please refer to UNSW’s diversity offerings for further information on our flexible work and leave options, and support for carers (childcare, parent rooms, parental leave).