Senior Research Fellow- Dermatology, Randwick Clinical Campus

Senior Research Fellow – Dermatology, Randwick Clinical Campus

Employment type: Full Time, 35 hours per week.

Duration: 12 months fixed‑term.

Remuneration: $150 K - $172 K (based on experience) + 17% superannuation + leave loading.

Location: Randwick, New South Wales.

Why This Role Matters

The Senior Research Fellow role involves conducting independent, high‑impact research, building a nationally recognised research profile, and developing specialist research groups. The position requires securing competitive research funding, establishing national research networks, and mentoring students and colleagues. Candidates should have expertise in cutaneous toxicities of immunotherapy, strong leadership, collaboration, organisational skills, and a commitment to professional development, ethical conduct, and workplace health and safety. The position will report to the Associate Professor and has no direct reports.

Skills Required

• A PhD in epidemiology, and/or relevant medical qualification and specialist qualification in dermatology (FACD or international equivalent).
• Experience in management of cutaneous toxicities of immunotherapy.
• Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with discipline knowledge and developments.
• Demonstrated track record in research with outcomes of high quality and high impact, with clear evidence of desire and ability to achieve research excellence and capacity for research leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships.
• Evidence of highly developed interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
• Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant training.

Specific Pre‑Employment Checks Required

• Verification of qualifications.

Benefits and Culture

• 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.

How to Apply

Please click Apply now to submit your application online. Applications submitted via email will not be accepted.

Please provide a resume and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria (skills and experience in the position description) and interest in the role. Applications that do not address these selection criteria will not be considered.

To view the full position description, please click on the Position Description link below.

Contact

Merita
Talent Acquisition Consultant
merita.oconnell@unsw.edu.au

Applications close: Tuesday 6th January before 11:30 pm.

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