Postdoctoral Research Fellow at GDG on Campus | University of Sydney

Camperdown, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Public Health, Medicine, Qualitative Research, Healthy Ageing, Musculoskeletal Health, Research Management, Supervision, Mentoring, Communication, Organizational Skills, Problem-Solving, Research Collaboration, Translational Research, Grant Applications, Diversity and Inclusion

Industry

technology;Information and Internet

Description

Full time fixed term for 2 years with the possibility of extension (dependent on funding) Postdoctoral Research Fellow (Level B) role at the Institute of Musculoskeletal Health-Sydney School of Public Health About the opportunity Founded in 1930, Sydney School of Public Health is Australia’s first and leading school of public health. Each day, our researchers and graduates are tackling global health challenges and striving to improve equity in communities locally and around the world. At the Institute for Musculoskeletal Health we bring together patients and clinicians with world leading musculoskeletal health researchers to drive global improvements in health outcomes through increased understanding and management of musculoskeletal health and physical activity. Our researchers are in a strong position, backed by the resources and expertise of our partners, the University of Sydney and the Sydney Local Health District, to translate the university’s research into positive outcomes for community health We have an opportunity for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to support the IMH directors and the Institute’s research program. Your key responsibilities will be to: Support and conduct original research as part of a team, focusing on publication, conference presentations, and securing research funding. Contribute to and assist with the implementation of the strategic and operational objectives of the IMH. Contribute significantly to successful applications for competitive research grants and/or funding to deliver research impact. Maintain quality, standards, and excellence in the Institute’s research activities and output. Provide training, informal mentoring, and guidance to lower-level academics and supervise postgraduate research students or projects where appropriate. Develop research collaborations and engage in translational research that results in knowledge or technology transfer leading to commercialisation, improved policy or practice, or enhancement to industry, the profession, or community. Attend and contribute to IMH/School/Faculty meetings. Contribute to a positive workplace culture in which diversity of thought, contribution, collaboration, excellence, and achieving outcomes are valued and enabled. Understand and contribute to furthering the university and faculty/school strategic agenda. Bring and maintain a research profile, including (as appropriate) publication of book chapters and peer-reviewed journal articles, and producing conference/seminar papers either independently or as part of a team (within the University or externally). Contribute expertise and knowledge through communication with industry, forums of public debate, organisation of public events, seminars, and conferences. Develop productive relationships, collaborations, and partnerships with external parties (including research partners, government bodies, and industry) which will ultimately contribute to improved outcomes for the profession, industry, and/or community. Undertake other duties and contribute to projects appropriate within the classification level as required. About you a doctorate or PhD degree and experience in public health or medicine with a focus on better value health care extensive experience in qualitative research interest and experience in healthy ageing and musculoskeletal health and conditions experience in managing strategic and research operational activities proven experience in conducting original research and engaging in scholarly activity proven experience supervising and mentoring others a developing research profile in area of expertise a developing network of academic, industry and professional partners and stakeholders excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to liaise with diverse stakeholders strong organisational and problem-solving skills Sponsorship / work rights for Australia You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment. Pre-employment checks Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment. As this position is located on an NSW Health site, it is a regulatory requirement to complete compulsory employment checks prior to starting in this position. For more information and instructions, please visit: NSW Health employment requirements. EEO statement At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTQIA+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Platinum Employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion. How to apply Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply. For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Cecilia Blamey, Recruitment Operations by email to cecilia.blamey@sydney.edu.au. © The University of Sydney The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. Click to view the Position Description for this role. Applications Close Friday 19 December 2025 11:59 PM Our team is expanding, and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Continued success depends on it! So once you've had a chance to explore our current open positions, apply to the ones you feel suit you best and keep track of both your progress in the selection process, and new postings that might interest you! The University values are excellence, trust and accountability. The University of Sydney is committed to diversity and social inclusion. 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Responsibilities

The Postdoctoral Research Fellow will support the IMH directors and the Institute’s research program by conducting original research and contributing to strategic objectives. Responsibilities include securing research funding, mentoring lower-level academics, and developing collaborations for improved health outcomes.