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Research Fellow
Job no: 541207
Work type: Part Time
Location: Sydney, NSW
Categories: Senior Research Associate
Employment Type: Part-time (14 hours per week)
Duration: Fixed-term contract until 28 June 2030
Remuneration: $133,065 - $156,864 + 17% Super + Leave Loading (pro rata)
Location: UNSW Kensington Campus
About UNSW
UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. Yes, we’re a large organisation with a diverse and talented community, a community doing extraordinary things. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. Taking this combined approach is what makes our work matter. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and do meaningful work, you’re in the right place.
Why Your Role Matters
As a Research Fellow (Level B), you will undertake independent and collaborative research within a funded research program focused on LGBTIQA+ health and/or women’s health. Working as part of a collaborative research team, you will contribute to high-quality research, research translation and community engagement that advances knowledge and delivers meaningful impact.
Reporting to Senior Research Fellow, Dr Drysdale, the position has no direct reports.
Responsibilities Summary
- Conduct independent and collaborative research as part of funded research projects.
- Undertake research activities including ethics applications, qualitative data collection, analysis and management of diverse research data.
- Produce high-quality research outputs that advance disciplinary knowledge and scholarly impact.
- Contribute to research collaborations and support the research activities of colleagues.
- Mentor and support Higher Degree Research students through project supervision.
- Contribute to research translation, dissemination and engagement with academic, community and NGO stakeholders.
For more information regarding the responsibilities for this role, please refer to the Position Description at JOBS@UNSW.
Skills And Experience Summary
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- A PhD in sociology, cultural studies, public health or another relevant discipline, and/or equivalent relevant experience.
- Proven commitment to proactively maintaining current knowledge of LGBTIQA+ health and/or women’s health.
- Demonstrated experience managing large research projects, including ethics applications, data collection, analysis and the management of diverse research data.
- Demonstrated expertise in qualitative research methodologies and experience designing and conducting qualitative research.
- Demonstrated track record of high-quality, high-impact research with evidence of research translation and dissemination.
- A track record of significant community engagement through research, policy and/or advocacy.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with academic, community and NGO stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across disciplines and contribute effectively within a research team.
Benefits and Culture
People are at the core of everything we do. We recognise it is the contributions of our staff who make UNSW one of the best universities in Australia and the world. Our benefits include:
- Career development opportunities
- 17% Superannuation contributions and additional leave loading payments
- Additional 3 days of leave over Christmas period
- Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness)
How To Apply
Please submit the following documents:
- A CV.
- A cover letter (maximum 1 page).
- A separate document addressing your suitability for the role against the selection criteria listed under "Skills & Experience" in the Position Description (maximum 4 pages).
A copy of the Position Description can be found on JOBS@UNSW.
Applications close: 15th of August at 11:30pm
UNSW is unable to offer sponsorship for this position. Applicants must have full Australian working rights for the duration of the contract.
Get In Touch
For queries regarding the recruitment process, contact Lucy Gerondis, Talent Acquisition Partner, UNSW: l.gerondis@unsw.edu.au
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For queries regarding the role, please contact Senior Research Fellow, Dr Drysdale: k.drysdale@unsw.edu.au
Applications sent via email will not be accepted, please apply via the application portal.
Pre-Employment Checks
Aligned with UNSW’s focus on cultivating a workplace defined by safety, ethical conduct, and strong integrity preferred candidates will be required to participate in a combination of pre-employment checks relevant to the role they have applied for.
These pre-employment checks may include a combination of some of the following checks:
- National and International Criminal history checks
- Entitlement to work and ID checks
- Working With Children Checks
- Completion of a Gender-Based Violence Prevention Declaration
- Verification of relevant qualifications
- Verification of relevant professional membership
- Employment history and reference checks
- Financial responsibility assessments/checks.
- Medical Checks and Assessments
Compliance with the necessary combination of these checks is a condition of employment at UNSW.
UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.
The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
Position Description
Advertised: 08 Jul 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 15 Aug 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time
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