Python Job: Post Doctoral Research Fellow Cervical Cancer & HP

About Cancer Council NSW

Cancer Council NSW (CCNSW) is a community funded and focused not for profit. We are the largest cancer charity in NSW and our point of difference is that we work across every area of every cancer, from research right through to support.

Cancer Council NSW is an inclusive place to volunteer and work. We embrace diversity, celebrate our differences, and inspire each person to be their authentic self at work. As we strive to represent the communities we serve, we welcome and actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and other diverse groups.

About the team

Cancer Council NSW and The University of Sydney have formed a Joint Venture, The Daffodil Centre. Cancer Council NSW is Australia's largest cancer research organisation with established links to policymakers and internationally recognised researchers. The University of Sydney is Australia's first university and its Faculty of Medicine and Health, and Cancer Research Network include many of the world's leading researchers across all health disciplines.

The Daffodil Centre combines the complementary strengths of these two partners to concentrate cancer control research expertise, accelerating the partners' aims towards the realisation of a cancer free future. It is an exciting time to join the team!

About the role

The Post-Doctoral Research Fellow will develop mathematical models of cancer natural history and cancer control interventions, and write research papers from completed effectiveness and cost-effectiveness studies within the program.

The key responsibilities of the role will be to:

• Provide leadership in the planning and development of research proposals, protocols, and ethics amendments
• Develop and document mathematical, simulation, and statistical models for epidemiological research
• Conduct high-quality research leading to research publications in high-impact journals
• Contribute to the preparation of papers for publication in collaboration with other members of the research team, and to submit high quality scientific reports and peer reviewed papers
• Produce high quality oral presentations and present at conferences as appropriate
• Contribute to the preparation of further associated tenders or grants for external funding
• Establishing and maintaining sound relationships with other investigators and relevant key stakeholders
• Regular liaison with supervisor to ensure research objectives are met in a timely fashion and project deadlines are adhered to at all times
• Assist in ensuring effective training and supervision of project staff.

About You

Essential:

• PhD or equivalent in mathematics, biostatistics, statistics, public health or a related area with a substantial component of numerical analysis, or postgraduate training in biostatistics and epidemiology.
• Experience in developing simulation models, preferably in a health or medical related field
• Programming experience using C++, Python or equivalent
• Excellent written communication and report writing skills
• Demonstrated conceptual and analytical skills
• Experience working with multidisciplinary research teams
• Ability to independently solve problems
• High level interpersonal and verbal communication skills, including conference presentations
• Demonstrated interest in health research
• Willingness and capacity to implement required WHS policies and safe work practice
• Ability to implement equal opportunity and diversity policies and programs.

Desirable:

• Experience with statistical analysis software such as R, SAS, or STATA .
• Substantial experience in statistical analysis of research data, preferably in the health field
• Experience in managing projects
• Experience in quantitative health research
• Experience in the analysis of large data sets
• Proven publication record in peer-reviewed journals
• Demonstrated ability in providing leadership in research and protocol development.

About the Benefits

• Work for purpose and know that your work fosters an engaged, diverse and culturally aware organisation.
• Access to flexible work arrangements including a balanced approach to WFH and office.
• Generous salary packaging options that can increase your take home pay by paying certain expenses using pre-tax dollars up to $15,900 a year.
• Additional performance-based leave available.
• Discounts available for everyday expenses such as private health, retail and fitness.
• Recognised for Voice Project's 2021 "Best Workplace" Award and "Change Champion" Award.

Candidates must have full working rights in Australia to be considered for this role.

If you require any adjustments to submit your application, please get in touch with us at [email protected]

Apply Now - by visiting our website directly. Go to www.cancercouncil.com.au/jobs then click on the role title and submit your cover letter and resume.