Lecturer - Epidemiology

The University of Sydney

Lecturer - Epidemiology
Sydney School of Public Health
Reference no. 2400/1115

Continuing teaching and research role in epidemiology

Join a supportive and collaborative team

Full-time continuing, remuneration package: $114K-$135K p.a. which includes $96K-$114K base salary, leave loading and up to 17% superannuation

The University of Sydney is Australia's first university and has an outstanding global reputation for academic and research excellence. It employs over 7500 permanent staff, supporting over 52,000 students.

The Sydney School of Public Health, University of Sydney is seeking to appoint a Lecturer in the area of epidemiology to teach in the general epidemiology program for post graduate students undertaking Master of Public Health/Master of International Public Health Programs and similar post graduate programs. You will take on unit coordination, lecturing, tutoring and assessment responsibilities and develop and review teaching materials. The opportunity will also be available to conduct research in relevant areas and contribute appropriately to school, faculty and university activities. This is a full time, on-going position.

To succeed in securing this position you will have:

a PhD in epidemiology, public health or equivalent

completion of a range of advanced elective units in epidemiology in an MPH or equivalent program

sound knowledge of epidemiology as demonstrated by completion of relevant coursework at basic and advanced level within a Masters or equivalent program and higher degree research involving the use of these concepts

experience in teaching in epidemiology at postgraduate level, preferably including on-line teaching in addition to face-to-face teaching

demonstrated ability to contribute to research, including a record of publications and experience with grant submission

excellent verbal and written communication skills

demonstrated ability to work as part of a team as well as to work independently

demonstrated ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines

strong organisational and administration skills and excellent attention to detail.

All applications must be submitted via the University of Sydney careers website. Visit http://sydney.edu.au/recruitment and search by the reference number for more information and to apply.

CLOSING DATE: 11pm 8 February 2016

The University is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity and social inclusion. Applications from equity target groups, including women and people with disabilities are encouraged. As the University of Sydney has established a scheme to increase the number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff employed across the institution, applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are also encouraged.

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.