Deakin University

• Based at the Health Education Research Building (HERB), Geelong
• Full-time and fixed term for 12 months
• Level A $83,268 - $111,939 + 17% Superannuation

About the role:

The Faculty of Health is dedicated to being at the forefront of teaching, learning, creating and social development and fostering cutting-edge research and discovery. The Food & Mood Centre places high emphasis on research that makes a difference and is solution-led. We work closely with industry partners and the government to put findings into practice.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and collaborative Associate Research Fellow to join our dynamic research team. In this role, you will contribute to high-impact research, scholarship, and creative activities, supported by mentorship from leaders. You will help explore and build emerging research areas and foster the development of researchers, driving real-world impact.

The position requires Biostatistics/Methods Stream and Microbiome/Multi-omics/Data Science Stream knowledge as detailed in the attached position description. A job share arrangement may be considered.

As an Associate Research Fellow, you will:

• Engage in high-quality, collaborative research and creative activities with mentorship, aiming to produce outputs that contribute meaningfully to the field and community.
• Begin building a body of work and reputation and recognition for quality, excellence and impact.
• Build awareness of industry partners and participate in opportunities for research partnerships
• Adopt culture of research excellence, innovation and impact

To be successful, you’ll have:

• PhD in biostatistics, bioinformatics, computational biology, epidemiology, or other relevant discipline and/or other relevant qualifications and experience
• Strong manuscript writing skills and evidence of contribution to peer-reviewed publications
• Proficiency in R, Python or other relevant statistical/computational platforms
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

Here's how to apply:

Please submit your updated resume, a short cover letter and responses to the Key Selection Criteria.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Dr Amelia McGuinness, Research Fellow on a.mcguinness@deakin.edu.au

For a copy of the position description, please see below:

PD - Associate Research Fellow (577894).pdf

Applications for this position close at 11.55pm on the 5th of December

Are You Ready?

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.