* Full time fixed term until 28 February 2026
* Senior Principal Modeller role supporting Cancer Research at Sydney School of Public Health
* Base Salary $121, % superannuation
About the opportunity
Join the Leaders in Global Health and Cancer Control
Founded in 1930, the Sydney School of Public Health is Australia's first and leading school in public health, dedicated to addressing the world's most pressing health challenges. Each day, our researchers and graduates are tackling global health issues and striving to improve equity in communities both locally and around the world.
At the forefront of cancer control, Professor Karen Canfell and her team play a pivotal role in supporting policy, practice and decision-making for innovative cancer solutions. Their groundbreaking work has led to the transformation of Australia's National Cervical Screening Program, which transitioned to HPV testing in 2017, positioning Australia as the first country expected to eliminate cervical cancer as a public health issue.
Professor Canfell's team also leads Compass, Australia's largest-ever clinical trial with 76,000 women— the first trial worldwide to assess cervical screening in an HPV-vaccinated population. Through her leadership, we're shaping the future of cancer control both domestically and internationally.
In collaboration with the U.S. National Cancer Institute's CISNET-Cervical initiative and the NHMRC Centre of Research Excellence in Cervical Cancer Control, our research continues to lead the way in cancer screening, policy impact, and the prevention of major cancers such as cervical, bowel, lung, and breast cancer.
A key partner in the WHO Cervical Cancer Elimination Modelling Consortium (CCEMC), the team's work on the economic benefits and impact of cervical cancer elimination is cited in the World Health Organization's strategic plan.
Our team requires a Principal Research Modeller with a strong understanding of the domestic and global cancer research and implementation ecosystem, in particular in the prevention, screening and early detection domains of cervical cancer, and with experience contributing to the design, analysis, reporting and delivery of high-quality cancer control modelling research, epidemiological, health services and implementation initiatives.
Become a part of a legacy that is changing the face of global health. At the Sydney School of Public Health, we empower our students and researchers to make a lasting difference, driving the future of health policy, cancer prevention, and equitable healthcare
Your key responsibilities will be:
Responsibility for software and cloud computing platforms:
* Lead the ongoing management and administration of the team's simulation platforms in Azure and identify and recommend solutions to support current and future needs.
* Lead the development of simulation platforms in C++ and Python.
* Ensure platforms meet the needs of users and stakeholders.
* Troubleshoot and resolve platform-related issues to maintain smooth operations.
* Manage policies or procedures as they relate to modelling, including documentation, version control, testing and training, and model access.
* Provide expertise for staff development and training
Implementation of new methods and technology:
* Contribute to the conceptualisation, design, and implementation of new simulation models and analytical tools to expand research outcomes.
* Identify, evaluate, and deploy technology solutions that improve modelling outcomes.
* Monitor performance of modelling procedures and platforms and continuously improve methods.
* Investigate and apply innovative methods for simulation data analysis and visualisation.
Manage delivery of outcomes:
* Responsibility for delivering results, reports and other outcomes for modelling projects.
* Specify, plan and allocate resources effectively in order to meet the concurrent demands of several projects
* Independently manage simulation modelling, data cleaning, processing, and reporting processes
* Lead or contribute to the development of research papers, technical reports, and presentations.
* Collaborate with stakeholders and foster open communication and collaboration within the team.
About you
* highly experienced in simulation modelling, including epidemiological and economic analyses, for health-related applications.
* extensive experience in developing and using micro-simulation platforms. Ideally experienced with the Policy1 platform
* highly experienced in leading modelling analyses and the creation of detailed modelling reports, skilled in contributing to and managing the production of both narrative and data
* tertiary qualifications – mathematics/biostatistics/computer science/engineering required or an equivalent combination of relevant training and experience
* experience working with multi-disciplinary teams including managing staff
* significant experience managing software and research projects
* strong experience in programming and platform development
* experience analysing and providing insights on complex quantitative and qualitative data
* demonstrated experience in collaboration and research involving initiatives supported by World Health Organisation (WHO), and/or other large not for profits or government agencies
* a strong understanding of cancer patients and populations, and in-depth knowledge of research methodologies
* inner drive, perseverance, confidence and the ability and willingness to work independently
* excellent verbal and written communication skills including confidence in presentation of data analysis and reports to team and stakeholders
* experience in leading teams to deliver projects and evaluations of cancer control interventions, and meeting and customising to meet external client needs
Sponsorship / work rights for Australia
Work Rights: you must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment 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
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