Research Leads- The Australian Research Centre for Cancer Survivorship

Research Leads – Australian Research Centre for Cancer Survivorship

This full‑time senior academic position is based in Australia. Four Level D / E positions are available, up to 30 June 2029. Remuneration is an academic salary of $185,000 – $237,000, 17% superannuation, and annual leave loading.

Location : Kensington, New South Wales.

Role

The Research Leads will report to Professor Bogda Koczwara AM and play a key role in shaping the Centre’s research strategy across four major themes :

• Person‑Centred Care in Cancer Survivorship – advancing holistic, equitable and empowering models of care that place survivors at the heart of the health system.
• Behaviour and Health – exploring behavioural, psychological and social factors that help cancer survivors maintain and improve their wellbeing after diagnosis.
• Survivorship Epidemiology – investigating long‑term health outcomes, quality of life and disparities in survivorship through large‑scale, data‑driven research.
• Precision Survivorship – pioneering tailored approaches to survivorship care informed by molecular, genetic, behavioural and environmental factors.

Responsibilities

Lead the research strategy, secure competitive funding, mentor the next generation of researchers, build national and international partnerships, and translate evidence‑based interventions into practice to improve care and wellbeing for cancer survivors.

Qualifications

Benefits and Culture

Recruitment Process & How to Apply

Please click Apply now to submit your application online. Applications submitted via email will not be accepted. Provide a resume and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria and your area of interest within the four thematic themes. First‑round interviews are expected to be scheduled in the week commencing 17 November 2025.

Contact

Merita O'Connell, Talent Acquisition Consultant, merita.oconnell@unsw.edu.au.

Application Close

Wednesday 5th November 2025 before 11 : 30 PM AEST.

Equal Opportunity Statement

UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. 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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