Post Doctoral Fellow in Mood disorders (up to 2 positions available)
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Post Doctoral Fellow in Mood disorders (up to 2 positions available)
* Employment Type: Part or Full - time (35 hours a week)
* Duration: 1 Year Fixed Term (possible extension funding dependant)
* Position types: Level A or B dependent on applicant experience
* Remuneration: $88k - $145k base (+17% super and leave loading)
* Work rights: Candidates must hold full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this position
* Location: Randwick, Sydney
Why This Role Matters
The Post Doctoral Fellow(s) will contribute to the development of a mood disorders research team at UNSW, and based at the Black Dog Institute. The team will focus on early intervention in mood disorders (particularly bipolar disorder), as well as phenotyping and a better understanding of the subgroups within the broad group of conditions referred to as Mood disorders.
Proposed projects include a) optimisation of a multi-component model of care for bipolar disorder, b) evaluating the use of digital data to improve phenotyping and prediction of mood disorders and c) developing tailored treatments for mood disorders. In addition, there will be opportunities to develop, refine and test novel ideas broadly within mood disorders research. The Post Doctoral Fellow is expected to carry out independent and/or team-based research within the field and to carry out activities to develop their research expertise relevant to mental health and interventions for mood disorders.
For full details please review the position description.
Who You Are
Level A
* A PhD in a related discipline, and/or relevant experience.
* Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with discipline knowledge and developments.
* Experience with developing, evaluating or translating mental health interventions and/or experience in analyses of mental health data involving large samples, including data driven approaches.
* Demonstrated ability to undertake high quality academic research and conduct independent research with limited supervision.
* Demonstrated track record of publications and conference presentations relative to opportunity
* Demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships.
* Evidence of highly developed interpersonal and organisational skills.
* Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact with a diverse range of stakeholders and students.
Level B (in addition to the above)
* 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.
* A track record of significant involvement with the profession and/or industry.
* High level communication skills and ability to network effectively and interact with a diverse range of students and staff.
UNSW 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
Please click on Apply now to apply online. Applications should not be sent to the contact listed below. If you can provide a resume and a separate document addressing the main skills and experience listed in the position description. A copy of the Position Description can be found on JOBS@UNSW.
Contact
Merita O'Connell – Talent Acquisition Consultant
E: merita.oconnell@unsw.edu.au
Applications close: Sunday 25th May before 11.30pm Sydney time.
UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
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