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Senior Research Fellow -Viral Hepatitis Clinical Research Program, Kirby Institute
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Senior Research Fellow – Viral Hepatitis Clinical Research Program
Job No: 540871 • Work Type: Full Time • Location: Sydney, NSW (Kensington)
About The Kirby Institute
The Kirby Institute is a world-leading health research institute at UNSW Sydney, dedicated to eliminating infectious diseases globally. Specialising in informing solutions for at-risk communities, they develop tests, treatments, cures, and prevention strategies that maximise impact.
Position Summary
This role, based in Sydney, NSW, offers a fixed-term appointment (3 years) at Full Time (35 hours/week). The Senior Research Fellow (Level C or D) will lead critical research within the Cirby Institute’s Viral Hepatitis Clinical Research Program, focusing on:
- Designing and delivering epidemiological studies, clinical effectiveness research, and clinical trials
- Improving detection, prevention, and treatment of viral hepatitis and drug user health
- Contributing to research excellence, competitive grant funding, and policy translation
Key Distinctions by Level
Level C
- Makes independent, original research contributions
- Builds a nationally recognised research profile
- Leads research projects and publishes high-quality outputs
- Supports mentoring student and staff development
Level D
- Provides strategic research leadership across programs
- Secures major national/international funding as lead investigator
- Leads interdisciplinary collaborations and policy translation
- Mentors senior research staff and students
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Responsibilities
Core Duties (Both Levels)
- Develop and oversee large-scale epidemiological and clinical trial projects
- Analyse complex health datasets (ethnographic, epidemiological, clinical)
- Publish findings in peer-reviewed journals, secure grants, and influence policy
- Engage with communities, government, and stakeholders to harness research impact
Level C Specifics
- Conduct original research with independent leadership
- Contribute to competitive funding applications
- Provide methodological guidance and supervision
Level D Specifics
- Direct the Viral Hepatitis Clinical Research Program
- Influence public health strategy and practice
- Lead cross-institutional collaborations
Requirements
Essential
- PhD in epidemiology, biostatistics, public health, infectious diseases, drug user health, or a closely related discipline
- Proven expertise in designing, conducting, and analysing studies in viral hepatitis, drug user health, or similar fields
- Strong track record of peer-reviewed publications, competitive grants, and stakeholder engagement
- Data/statistics skills (R, Stata, SAS, Python)
- High-level teamwork skills and ability to mentor researchers (Level C)
Level D Additional Requirements
- Internationally recognised expertise in relevant fields
- Successfully secured major external funding as lead investigator
- Demonstrated research leadership and collaborative program management
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Nice-to-Know
- Experience with Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander health services, correctional health, or community-led research
- Cross-sector collaboration experience
Remuneration & Benefits
- AUD $155K–$185K (Level C/D, based on experience)
- 17% superannuation + leave loading
- Flexible working, holiday flexibility
- Lifelong career/life skills programs
- Commitment to equity and inclusivity
UNSW Policy & Standards
- Pre-employment checks (criminal history, WCC, medical, identity verification) may apply
- Employment follows Australian university governance and data privacy protocols
Application Guidelines
- Submit a single document including: Your CV A tailored response addressing the selection criteria
- Must include clear alignment with the Position Description to be considered.
Deadline
Applications close: Monday, 27 July 2026 at 11:59pm (AEST)
Contact
Aarti – Talent Acquisition Associate a.aarti@unsw.edu.au
UNSW encourages applications from disadvantaged groups. For adjustments and consideration, contact UNSW Equity Team.
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