Postdoctoral Fellow - Australian Research Centre for Cancer Survivorship (ARCCS)

Full-time (35 hours/week), 1‑year fixed‑term position based in Kensington, NSW. Visa sponsorship is not available; candidates must hold unrestricted work rights in Australia. Remuneration: Academic Level A, $118,467 per annum plus 17% superannuation.

About the role

The Post‑Doctoral Fellow (Level A) contributes to high‑quality research within the Australian Research Centre for Cancer Survivorship (ARCCS), focusing on the complexities of cancer survivorship — including work participation, costs and access to care, economic outcomes, equity in healthcare, and improvements in policy and practice. The role supports the design, delivery, analysis and translation of research that aims to improve outcomes and experiences for cancer survivors. Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary researchers, cancer survivors, employers, clinicians and policymakers, the position undertakes research activities including data collection, analysis, publications and dissemination of findings. The Fellow also contributes to stakeholder engagement, research co‑design, grant development, research governance and project coordination, while supporting student supervision and the Centre’s broader research priorities. The role reports to the Centre Director and has no direct reports.

Requirements

• PhD in a related discipline (e.g., public health, health services research, epidemiology, behavioural science, psychology, rehabilitation science, implementation science, occupational health) or equivalent relevant work experience.
• Proven commitment to proactively maintaining current discipline knowledge and developments.
• Demonstrated ability to undertake high‑quality academic research and conduct independent research with limited supervision.
• Demonstrated track record of publications and conference presentations relative to opportunity.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships.
• Evidence of highly developed interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact with a diverse range of stakeholders and students.

Pay

Academic Level A — $118,467 per annum plus 17% superannuation.

Schedule

Full‑time, 35 hours per week.

Benefits

• Career development opportunities
• 17% superannuation contributions and additional leave loading payments
• 10 days paid cultural leave per year
• Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas period
• Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness)