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Postdoctoral Research Associate in Musculoskeletal Health University of Sydney in Australia

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Postdoc

Field of study

Physical Activity

Funding

Full-time 12 month fixed-term appointment with base salary from $93,424 plus 17% superannuation.

Deadline

Nov 19, 2026

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Australia

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University of Sydney

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Physical Activity
Health Services Research
Physical Therapy
Medical Science
Salud Pública
Injury Rehabilitation
Back Pain

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About this position

This full-time, 12-month fixed-term postdoctoral role sits within the Institute for Musculoskeletal Health, a partnership between the University of Sydney and Sydney Local Health District. The successful candidate will join the Professor Christine Lin research team and contribute to a collaborative, patient-focused research environment that brings together researchers, clinicians, and consumers working on one of the world’s major health challenges: musculoskeletal conditions.

The institute’s research environment is described as unique and highly collaborative, drawing on the resources of a large local health district and the expertise of internationally recognised researchers from the Sydney Medical School. The postdoctoral associate will help deliver high-quality research with real-world impact, working across national and international networks and contributing to work that informs clinical practice, policy, and healthcare delivery.

The broader research agenda highlighted in the advert focuses on musculoskeletal health and physical activity, with a strong emphasis on translating evidence into practice. The team’s work is positioned around contemporary approaches to back pain and musculoskeletal care, and the role offers the chance to contribute to scholarly outputs, stakeholder engagement, and the development of a positive, inclusive research culture.

The position also includes opportunities to collaborate with academic, clinical, industry, and professional stakeholders, support students where appropriate, and contribute to faculty, school, and project activities within a leading Australian research setting.

Funding details

Full-time 12 month fixed-term appointment with base salary from $93,424 plus 17% superannuation.

What's required

A PhD in a relevant discipline is required, or the candidate must be near completion at the time of appointment. Experience using statistical software for data management and analysis such as R, STATA, or SPSS is desirable. Applicants should have demonstrated experience conducting original research and contributing to scholarly activities, an emerging research profile evidenced by publications and research outputs relative to opportunity, understanding of musculoskeletal health, public health, rehabilitation, physiotherapy, or a related discipline, excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong planning and organisational skills, experience working collaboratively in multidisciplinary research environments, and the ability to develop productive relationships with academic, clinical, and professional stakeholders. Unrestricted work rights in Australia are required and visa sponsorship is not available.

How to apply

Apply via the Apply button on the Workday job page. Submit a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation. Current University of Sydney employees or contingent workers should log into Workday and apply through USYD Find Jobs.

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Salud Pública

Physical Activity

Medical Science

Back Pain

Injury Rehabilitation