Job title: Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Quantitative Methods in Public Health
Company: The University of Sydney
Job description:
- Full-time, 5 year fixed-term Lecturer / Senior Lecturer position located at Camperdown Campus
- Opportunity to make a significant contribution to teaching and research in the School of Public Health with focus on quantitative research methods applied in public health settings
- Academic Level B or C, Base salary ranging from $118,390 p.a. – $167,221 p.a. + 17% superannuation (salary will be commensurate to experience and qualification)
About the opportunity
The Sydney School of Public Health is a network of educators, researchers, research groups and centres that facilitate the study of public health. Offering educational and research opportunities, the school’s work is recognised as an institutional strength for the University, tackling global health challenges and striving to improve equity in communities locally and around the world. The School is widely known for its strengths in biostatistics and epidemiology.
We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Quantitative Methods in Public Health to make a significant contribution to our teaching and research programs. This is an outstanding opportunity for an academic with a developing (Level B) / established (Level C) track record in applying quantitative research methods in public health to continue their professional development with a school renowned for its high-quality research and teaching. The successful applicant will contribute to coordination and teaching of introductory and advanced units in quantitative research methods offered across several degree programs in the School of Public Health and the Faculty of Medicine and Health.
Your key responsibilities will be to:
Lecturer
- develop, revise, coordinate, deliver, and assess units of study to postgraduate students enrolled in degree programs offered by the School of Public Health and Faculty of Medicine and Health, using both face-to-face and on-line delivery
- contribute to research that enhances the profile of the school, including publication in journals of high standing, pursuing research grants, and presenting and disseminating research findings through appropriate channels
- foster productive relationships and collaborations within the University and with external parties (including research partners, government and professional bodies, and industry)
- contribute to academic administration
In addition, as Senior Lecturer
- make a significant contribution to independent and collaborative research, education and administrative endeavours of their School and Faculty while building their reputation towards becoming an authority in the discipline
- provide leadership with a significant impact on their School/ Faculty in teaching, teaching innovation or curriculum development and/or research training and supervision.
About you
The University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for a Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Quantitative Methods in Public Health who has:
Lecturer
- a PhD in biostatistics, epidemiology, public health or closely related field
- experience in teaching and learning, as evidenced by participation in team teaching within an established program and experience in teaching across a variety of settings
- an active research program with demonstrable potential for future publication
- high-quality research outputs as lead author, senior author, or as a key member of a collaborative team.
- statistical programming experience with software such as R, Stata, or SAS
- ability to work both independently and as part of a team, taking initiative and exercising sound judgement in resolving matters that may arise as part of normal daily work
- demonstrated ability to organise and prioritise work, sometimes under pressure, with competing priorities and limited supervision
- excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills with sound negotiating and conflict resolution skills and a demonstrated level of tact and discretion in dealing with day-to-day operational matters
In addition, as Senior Lecturer
- an understanding of and ability to support an academic endeavour from curriculum design to producing leading research and providing a student enabling environment
- a well-established research program with demonstrable potential for future publication
- demonstrated experience in high-quality supervision of research students through to project completion
- recognised at a national level for expanding knowledge within the discipline
- established network of relationships with key academic, industry and professional institutions, partners and stakeholders that can be leveraged to enhance the standing of the discipline, School/ Faculty and University
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Sponsorship / work rights for Australia
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For a continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.
Australian Temporary Residents currently employed at the University of Sydney may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the position.
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.
EEO statement
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How to apply
To be considered for this position, please provide a CV and a cover letter which demonstrates your suitability for the Level B Lecturer or Level C Senior Lecturer role by addressing the selection criteria above. Please ensure you clearly indicate the level (Level B or Level C) that you wish to be considered for within the cover letter.
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For a confidential discussion about the role please contact Dr Erin Cvejic on 02 9351 5305.
If you would like to access the position description for the Level B Lecturer (Level C position description see below) role or if you require reasonable adjustment or support filling out this application, please contact Cecilia Blamey, Recruitment Operations, by email to .
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Company
The University of Sydney was established in 1850 and is consistently recognised, both locally and internationally, for its outstanding teaching and research excellence. Sydney alumni include Prime Ministers, Governor Generals, Nobel Prize winners and leaders in every field of endeavour.
The University offers a comprehensive range of courses, including a number of disciplines unique in Australia. Teaching is spread across nine different state-of-the art campuses, located across New South Wales.
The University of Sydney’s commitment to excellence in research has resulted in an outstanding record in national competitive funding and underpins an approach to teaching which has won nominations for excellence and resulted in high student satisfaction ratings. The University has 78 research centres and institutes and is home to three ARC Centres of Excellence.
The teaching, research and cultural life of the University is supported by extensive facilities, including the largest library collection in the Southern Hemisphere, the world-class Nicholson Museum of archaeological antiquities, the Macleay Museum of natural history and ethnographic collections and the University Art Gallery. Its outstanding sporting and recreation facilities provide a training centre for students and Olympic athletes.
The University of Sydney is a key member of the Group of Eight Australian major research-intensive universities, and the Worldwide Universities Network.
Campuses
The University of Sydney has nine official campuses.
1. Camperdown/Darlington Campus.
2. Cumberland Campus. Home to the Faculty of Health Sciences (based in Lidcombe).
3. Mallett Street Campus. Home of the Sydney Nursing School.
4. Sydney Conservatorium of Music Campus. In Macquarie Street, central Sydney.
5. Rozelle Campus. Home to Sydney College of the Arts.
6. Surry Hills Campus. Home to the Faculty of Dentistry.
7. Camden Campus. Contains facilities connected to the Faculty of Veterinary Science and the Faculty of Agriculture and Environment.
8. Burren Street Campus. Facilties are currently under development.
9. Sydney Medical School campuses. These include the School of Rural Health (in Dubbo and Orange), the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Concord Hospital, Westmead Hospital, the Children’s Hospital at Westmead, Nepean Hospital, Northern Clinical School, Sydney Adventist Hospital, Broken Hill University Department of Rural Health, and Northern Rivers University Department of Rural Health.
Faculties
The University of Sydney has 16 faculties.
1. Agriculture and Environment
2. Architecture, Design and Planning
3. Arts and Social Sciences
4. Business (Business School)
5. Dentistry
6. Education and Social Work
7. Engineering and Information Technologies
8. Health Sciences
9. Law (Sydney Law School)
10. Medicine (Sydney Medical School)
11. Nursing and Midwifery
12. Pharmacy
13. Science
14. Sydney College of the Arts
15. Sydney Conservatorium of Music
16. Veterinary Science
Number of Employees
Full-time employees: 7616
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Company info Telephone +(61) 2 9351 2222 Location UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY
NEW SOUTH WALES
2006
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Expected salary: $118390 – 167221 per year
Location: Camperdown, NSW
Job date: Thu, 14 Mar 2024 02:04:27 GMT
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