Research Associate in Statistics

About the role

Australian Centre for Precision Health, based at the SAHMRI campus, is recruiting a Research Associate in Statistics for a full-time, 2-year fixed-term contract. The role sits in the Nutritional and Genetic Epidemiology Group and reports directly to Professor Elina Hypponen. It contributes to research on public health challenges such as healthy ageing, chronic disease prevention and cognitive health, supported by NHMRC Investigator Grant funding.

Key responsibilities

• Analyse large-scale genomic and population health data to advance scientific understanding and inform strategies for healthier lives and better health outcomes.
• Contribute to research within the Nutritional and Genetic Epidemiology Group, working alongside experts in epidemiology, biostatistics, genomics and machine learning.
• Write for publication and present findings clearly to a wide audience and to stakeholders.

Required profile

• Postgraduate qualification in epidemiology, statistics, genetics, statistical genomics or a related discipline.
• A developing track record of peer-reviewed publications suited to the opportunity.
• Demonstrated experience of epidemiological and/or genetic association analyses.
• Ability to work both collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team and independently.
• High-level written communication skills and proven organisational skills to meet project timelines.

Applications are made through the university's online application form, with a CV and cover letter, by 11:30 pm on Friday 30 October 2026. The university welcomes applications from Australian and New Zealand citizens, permanent residents and others with the right to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment.