Research Fellow

This role is based in Sydney, NSW, Australia and is a part-time (14 hours per week) fixed-term contract until 28 June 2030.

About the role

As a Research Fellow (Level B), you will undertake independent and collaborative research within a funded research program focused on LGBTIQA+ health and/or women’s health. Working as part of a collaborative research team, you will contribute to high-quality research, research translation, and community engagement that advances knowledge and delivers meaningful impact. You will report to Senior Research Fellow, Dr Drysdale, and the position has no direct reports.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent and collaborative research as part of funded research projects.
• Undertake research activities including ethics applications, qualitative data collection, analysis, and management of diverse research data.
• Produce high-quality research outputs that advance disciplinary knowledge and scholarly impact.
• Contribute to research collaborations and support the research activities of colleagues.
• Mentor and support Higher Degree Research students through project supervision.
• Contribute to research translation, dissemination, and engagement with academic, community, and NGO stakeholders.

Requirements

• A PhD in sociology, cultural studies, public health, or another relevant discipline, and/or equivalent relevant experience.
• Proven commitment to proactively maintaining current knowledge of LGBTIQA+ health and/or women’s health.
• Demonstrated experience managing large research projects, including ethics applications, data collection, analysis, and the management of diverse research data.
• Demonstrated expertise in qualitative research methodologies and experience designing and conducting qualitative research.
• Demonstrated track record of high-quality, high-impact research with evidence of research translation and dissemination.
• A track record of significant community engagement through research, policy, and/or advocacy.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with academic, community, and NGO stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across disciplines and contribute effectively within a research team.

Pay

Remuneration: $133,065 - $156,864 per annum (pro rata) plus 17% superannuation and leave loading.

Benefits

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