Research Fellow

This role is based in Australia and is a fixed-term part-time position (14 hours per week) until 28 June 2030, located at UNSW Kensington Campus.

About UNSW

UNSW is a large organisation with a diverse and talented community doing extraordinary things. We are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do, ensuring our work matters. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged, and do meaningful work, UNSW is the right place for you.

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. You will contribute to high-quality research, research translation, and community engagement that advances knowledge and delivers meaningful impact. This role reports to Senior Research Fellow, Dr Drysdale, and 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 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 (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).

UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.