National Indigenous Immunisation Research Fellow

NSW Health; Sydney; On-site; AUD 138,000 - 156,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work opportunities

Salary packaging and meal benefits

Accrued days off (ADOs)

Fitness passport

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Job summary

NSW Health is seeking an National Indigenous Immunisation Research Fellow at Westmead to collaborate with national and state stakeholders. The role focuses on epidemiology, qualitative insights, and policy-driven immunisation programs to improve uptake among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

The Fellow will contribute to the NCIRS Immunisation Leadership Committee, translating data into culturally appropriate public health strategies, within a multidisciplinary research team.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate qualification in epidemiology, biostatistics, public health.
• Experience applying epidemiological methods to inform program decisions.
• Familiarity with statistical software (R/SAS/Stata).
• Demonstrated cultural and community connection with Aboriginal health.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with NCIRS National Indigenous Immunisation Lead and Engagement Officer.
• Consult with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health sector and stakeholders.
• Increase immunisation uptake in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
• Analyse immunisation data to inform policy development and program delivery.
• Contribute to leadership committee and cross-program collaboration.

Skills

Epidemiology methods

Qualitative research

Statistical software familiarity

Public health knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Postgraduate qualification in epidemiology/biostatistics/public health

Tools

R

SAS

Stata

Job description

Employment Type:TemporaryPart Time until 30 June 2029
Position Classification:Health Mgr Lvl 3
Remuneration:137525 - 156231 full-time equivalent base salary range (+12% super + 17.5% leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week:27
Requisition ID:REQ699143
Location: Westmead
Applications Close: Midnight on 27 October 2026
For role related queries or questions contact Elizabeth Wareham on [e-mail]

As the largest paediatric health service in Australia, we care for thousands of children each year, in hospital and at home. Our people are united by compassion, collaboration and excellence in care.

This is a position identified for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people on the basis of a genuine occupational qualification under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criteria.

What you'll be doing

The role of the National Indigenous Immunisation Research Fellow includes collaborating closely with the NCIRS National Indigenous Immunisation Lead and National Indigenous Engagement Officer, consulting with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health sector and working with key national, state/territory and local stakeholders to increase Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander immunisation uptake.
The role draws on epidemiological evidence - including the analysis and interpretation of immunisation coverage, uptake and vaccine-preventable disease data - together with qualitative and community insight, to inform effective vaccination policy development and program delivery across the community-controlled sector, other service providers and immunisation program managers. The position contributes to the management and development of the NCIRS Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Immunisation Leadership Committee and works across all NCIRS program areas to drive an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander immunisation focus and optimise the cultural appropriateness of NCIRS work.

About NCIRS

NCIRS is the leading organisation in Australia in immunisation and vaccines that provides expert advice to support evidence-informed immunisation policy and guideline development, evaluation of immunisation programs, particularly the National Immunisation Program, and the monitoring of vaccine-preventable diseases, vaccine coverage and factors impacting uptake, and vaccine safety. NCIRS has national and international recognition in this arena and has a growing program of international work, focused on providing technical support for immunisation system strengthening to countries in the Indo-Pacific region.

NCIRS is a collaborative team of experts in public health, biostatistics, infectious diseases, paediatrics, internal medicine, epidemiology, communication, social science and quantitative and qualitative research and survey methods. www.ncirs.org.au. NCIRS has a nationally representative Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Immunisation Leadership Committee comprised of more than 30 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander professionals and five non-Indigenous allies that provide cultural and technical governance and input into all work that involves Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

The Centre is based within the Division of Research of the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network, Westmead Campus, NSW, Australia, but has an all-age research remit and is affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine and Health and the Sydney Institute for Infectious Diseases (Sydney ID) at the University of Sydney. NCIRS is funded primarily by the Australian Government and NSW Government, as well as via grants from WHO, Gavi, and research granting bodies.

Additional Benefits

• Flexible work opportunities
• Salary packaging and meal entertainment benefits
• accrued days off (ADOs)
• fitness passport
• employee assistance program (EAP)

• Postgraduate qualification in epidemiology, biostatistics, or public health with a strong epidemiology component (or a closely related field), or an equivalent combination of study and demonstrated experience directly relevant to the position.
• Demonstrated experience applying epidemiological methods - including the analysis and interpretation of immunisation coverage, uptake, surveillance or vaccine-preventable disease data - to inform program and policy decisions. Familiarity with statistical or data-analysis software (e.g. R, SAS or Stata) is desirable
• Demonstrated experience in qualitative or mixed-methods research (e.g. Indigenous methodologies, community consultation, interviews, focus groups, yarning circles or co-design) relevant to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health
• Demonstrated cultural and community connection with the understanding of the issues impacting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people's health and the ability to engage with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples effectively.
• Extensive experience in Indigenous Health, with demonstrated knowledge of immunisation and vaccine- preventable diseases in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
• Demonstrated ability to engage effectively with organisations in health or related sectors to promote initiatives or programs with an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander focus.
• Demonstrated ability to lead support multidisciplinary teams to complete public health projects in an effective and timely manner.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.

Child Safe Standards: SCHN is committed to maintaining a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, in line with NSW Health’s commitment to the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

Additional Information

SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity, recognising that a diverse workforce strengthens our culture and enhances the care we provide to children, young people and their families.

Permanent NSW Health roles require Australian citizenship or permanent residency. Temporary visa holders may be considered where no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is identified.

Where required, overseas qualifications must be formally assessed by the Department of Education or relevant authority for recognition in Australia.

An Eligibility List may be created for future temporary part time vacancies.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families. For application support, visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application, or contact the SCHN's Aboriginal Workforce Consultant at [e-mail]

For technical support please contact 1300 679 367

NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.