School of Population and Global Health

• Full-time appointment on a fixed term basis for 3 years.
• Base salary range: Level B, $113,934 – $134,824 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

At The University of Western Australia, the School of Population and Global Health is a leading research, teaching and service organisation whose work influences health policies and practices.

With a commitment to achieving excellence in teaching and research training, our courses are flexible and industry relevant, giving students the knowledge and skills to address pressing and emerging health issues.

About the opportunity

• Provide statistical expertise to support innovative research in health, medicine, and public health.
• Design and analyse data from complex research studies, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, and contributing to high-impact publication
• Communicate statistical findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.

About you

• A PhD in Biostatistics, Statistics, or a closely related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Demonstrated experience in statistical analysis, particularly in health-related research or epidemiology.
• Strong proficiency in statistical software packages (definitely R and SAS).
• Solid understanding of statistical methodologies, including linear and nonlinear regression, survival analysis, longitudinal data analysis, and multivariate analysis.
• Experience in writing and publishing scientific papers, with a strong ability to interpret and present complex statistical results.

Position description:  POSITION DESCRIPTION - [Research Fellow (Biostatistician)] - Level [B].docx

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Associate Professor Kevin Murray at kevin.murray@uwa.edu.au

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button and address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Addressing the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Wednesday, 11 June 2025

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the People and Culture team at people@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.