Research Associate/Senior Research Associate In Immunology/Infectious Diseases - Infection Analytics Program, The Kirby Institute

The Kirby Institute at UNSW is seeking a Research Associate/Senior Research Associate in Immunology/Infectious Diseases for a full-time role based in Kensington, NSW, Australia. The position involves supporting the Infection Analytics Program by developing a Framework for Evidence Evaluation in Vaccine Assessment. Candidates should have relevant academic qualifications and experience in immunology and vaccine development. The role includes supervising evidence reviews and collaborating with other research entities.
This Job is based in Australia
• Employment Type: Full Time 35 hours per week; Part Time options (0.6 FTE upwards may be considered for the right candidate)
• Duration: 2 years
• Remuneration: Level A Academic or Level B Academic ($88 K- $123 K) - based on experience17% Super and leave loading
• Location: Kensington, NSW

About The Kirby Institute

The Kirby Institute is a world-leading health research institute at UNSW Sydney. We work to eliminate infectious diseases, globally. Our specialisation is in developing health solutions for the most at-risk communities. Putting communities at the heart of our research, we develop tests, treatments, cures and prevention strategies that have the greatest chance of success.

Why Your Role Matters

A Research Associate (level A) or Senior Research Associate (Level B) will support the Infection Analytics Program in the development of a Framework for Evidence Evaluation in Vaccine Assessment (FEEVA). The FEEVA project is an interdisciplinary venture combining expertise in immunology and evidence assessment.

The role involves supervising and conducting evidence reviews on vaccine development, producing reports and publications. The candidate will collaborate with the Australian Living Evidence Collaboration (ALEC) at Monash University, applying their lab experience to assess and synthesize immunology evidence for vaccine approval. This position is ideal for an experienced immunologist seeking to transition beyond the wet lab into evidence assessment in immunology, an emerging research field.

The role will report into the Professor/Program Head. At Level A the role has no direct reports and at Level B the role has one direct report.

Skills And Experience

At Level A:
• A university degree in related discipline including biology, immunology, infectious disease or related discipline, or an equivalent level of knowledge gained through a combination of education, training or experience.
• Substantial expertise/ relevant work experience in Immunology, Microbiology, Infectious Diseases and/or Vaccine development and proven track record working on innovative projects.
• Proven ability and desire for continuous growth and professional development.
• Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with discipline knowledge and developments with a deep interest in scientific literature and grounding in the scientific method.
• Demonstrated ability to undertake high quality academic research and conduct and assess independent research with limited supervision.
• Demonstrated track record of publications and conference presentations relative to opportunity.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and demonstrated ability to communicate and interact effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders whilst building effective relationships.
• Sound analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to solve problems by taking initiative, using discretion and demonstrating attention to detail.
• Advanced computer literacy, including the ability to learn and adopt new software packages as required. Demonstrated high-level proficiency in the MS Office Suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) essential.
• An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
• Knowledge of health & safety (psychosocial and physical) responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.

At Level B (in Addition To The Above)
• A PhD in a related discipline, and/or relevant work experience.
• A proven track record of significant involvement with the profession and/ or industry particularly through relevant research contributions, including publications.
• Proven ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships with a successful track record of effectively leading projects and managing stakeholders to drive timely research outcomes.
• Demonstrated track record in research with outcomes of high quality and high impact with clear evidence of the desire and ability to continually achieve research excellence as well as the capacity for research leadership.

Benefits And Culture

UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to a plethora of UNSW-perks including:
• 17% Superannuation and leave loading
• Flexible working
• Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period
• Access to lifelong learning and career development
• Progressive HR practices

More information on the great staff benefits and culture can be found here

How To Apply

To be considered for this role, your application must include a document addressing the Selection Criteria which are outlined in the “Skills and Experience” section of the position description). Applications that do not address these selection criteria will not be considered

Please click Apply now to submit your application online. Applications submitted via email will not be accepted.

Submit your application online before Thursday 1st May at 11:30pm.

Get in Touch (for job related queries only – applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed):

Aarti: Talent Acquisition Coordinator

E: a.aarti@unsw.edu.au

UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.

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