Research Fellow Breast Screening at Usyd

• Full time fixed term until 31 December 2026

• Work with leading researchers in breast cancer detection and prevention

• Base Salary $127,436 - $151,328 + 17% superannuation  

About the opportunity

The Daffodil Centre is a world-leading research centre on cancer control and policy, contributing to policy decisions and real-world improvements in cancer control. The Daffodil Centre combines the complementary strengths of the  University of Sydney and the Cancer Council NSW; this partnership has created an unparalleled centre of national and international research excellence where research results in real-world improvements in cancer control.

We have an opportunity for a Research Fellow with expertise in breast cancer imaging and screening research to join the Breast Cancer Clinical & Population Health Research group in the Daffodil Centre. The Research Fellow will develop new projects and grant applications in breast screening and contribute to Centre collaborations including work relevant to diversity. The role requires skills and experience in evidence synthesis and breast imaging and/or clinical research. A track record in breast imaging and screening research or screening trials would be highly regarded.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• Co-lead and potentially lead on research work in breast cancer prevention, including cancer screening, and undertake screening trials or large-scale cohort studies

• provide direction and mentorship to Level A researchers in the team and post-graduate students

• design, partake, and undertake public health and population screening studies, and breast cancer imaging research

• seek out research synergies and network within and outside the Daffodil Centre research groups

• actively contribute to research through clinical trial activities and real-world implementation studies.

About you

• PhD in a Public Health-related field or breast cancer imaging-related field

• experience in co-leading or leading research projects, particularly in breast imaging; peer-reviewed publications including first-authored work; data and statistical skills; evidence of grant success commensurate with level (eg awarded Fellowship)

• knowledge of systematic reviews and evidence appraisal; good communication skills, and ability to work as part of a large collaboration

• previous successful work with BreastScreen program.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement 

At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTQIA+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. 

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How to apply

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