Life Scientist (Spinal Registry & Translational Research)

Sociable Tech Pty Ltd; Sydney; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Spine Service in Southern Sydney is seeking a Life Scientist (Spinal Registry & Translational Research) to design and lead clinical investigations using longitudinal registry data linked with biomarker data. You will develop protocols, oversee analyses, and supervise research staff to advance understanding of spinal disorders and patient outcomes.

You will publish findings in peer-reviewed journals, present at conferences, and contribute to translational research by integrating laboratory

Qualifications

• PhD in Surgery, Clinical Epidemiology, Biomedical Science, Public Health, or related Life Sciences.
• Experience with longitudinal cohort or registry-based research.
• Bioinformatics, proteomics, or biomarker research experience (12+ months).
• Proficiency in statistical software (R or equivalent).
• Peer-reviewed publication record.
• Experience with ethics applications and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to supervise research staff and students.

Responsibilities

• Design and lead scientific research protocols on spinal disease using registry data.
• Apply statistical and bioinformatics analyses to large datasets.
• Translate findings to improve disease understanding and patient outcomes.
• Prepare manuscripts and present at conferences.
• Supervise research staff and students.
• Ensure ethics compliance and data governance.

Skills

Longitudinal registry research

Bioinformatics experience

R proficiency

Publication track record

Ethics and regulatory experience

Supervisory experience

Education

PhD in Surgery or related Life Sciences

Job description

Life Scientist (Spinal Registry & Translational Research)

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

Pocket Recruitment POSITION SUMMARY The Life Scientist (Spinal Registry & Translational Research) will design, conduct and lead scientific investigations into spinal disorders using longitudinal clinical registry data integrated with biomarker and health data linkage methodologies. The position is responsible for developing and implementing research protocols, performing advanced statistical and bioinformatics analyses, interpreting findings, supervising research staff, and disseminating scientific outcomes through peer-reviewed publications and national/international conferences.

The role applies life sciences principles, epidemiological methods, and translational research frameworks to improve understanding of spinal disease progression, patient outcomes, and biological mechanisms underpinning degenerative spinal conditions.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Scientific Research Design and Implementation

• Design and develop scientific research protocols investigating spinal disease epidemiology and outcomes.
• Formulate research hypotheses relating to disease progression, biomarkers, and treatment outcomes.
• Develop registry-based longitudinal cohort studies.
• Integrate biological sample data (including proteomic and biomarker data) with clinical registry datasets.
• Ensure compliance with human research ethics and regulatory frameworks.

2. Experimental and Analytical Investigation

• Apply statistical modelling and epidemiological techniques to large-scale clinical datasets.
• Conduct bioinformatics and quantitative analyses using R and related statistical software.
• Analyse multi-source linked health datasets to identify disease trends and outcome predictors.
• Interpret biological and clinical data to generate scientific insights.
• Develop data dictionaries and quality control protocols to maintain scientific integrity.

3. Translational and Registry-Based Life Science Research

• Investigate natural history and pathophysiological mechanisms of spinal conditions using longitudinal registry data.
• Conduct outcomes research assessing six-month and twelve-month follow-up data.
• Evaluate clinical and biological predictors of disease progression.
• Contribute to translational research integrating laboratory findings with real-world patient outcomes.

4. Scientific Reporting and Dissemination

• Prepare scientific manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals.
• Present research findings at national and international scientific conferences.
• Contribute to grant applications and competitive research funding submissions.
• Prepare technical reports summarising scientific findings for stakeholders.

5. Supervision and Research Leadership

• Supervise research assistants, registry analysts and higher degree research students.
• Provide training in data analysis, research methodology and ethics compliance.
• Collaborate with clinicians, laboratory scientists and academic partners.

6. Regulatory and Ethical Compliance

• Prepare and submit Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC) applications.
• Ensure compliance with privacy legislation and data governance standards.
• Maintain

Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards in all research activities. SKILL AND QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• PhD in Surgery, Clinical Epidemiology, Biomedical Science, Public Health, or related Life Sciences discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in longitudinal cohort or registry-based research.
• At least 12 months experience in bioinformatics, proteomics, or biomarker-integrated research (desirable).
• Proficiency in statistical analysis software (R or equivalent).
• Demonstrated publication record in peer-reviewed journals.
• Experience with ethics applications and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to supervise research staff and students.

About Company Spine Service is located on the St George Hospital Campus in Kogarah, Southern Sydney. The service is primarily a surgical service; however, we work closely with pain physicians, sports physicians, physiotherapists, exercise physiologists, nurses and pain psychologists, to offer a holistic approach to the management of your spinal problem in our area and beyond.

Work Type: Full time Salary: $100000-110000 Job Expire: 13-11-2026