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Research Associate in Statistics and Epidemiology at Adelaide University Adelaide University in Australia

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Field of study

Computer Science

Funding

Full-time, 2-year fixed-term research associate role supported by NHMRC Investigator Grant funding. Salary is listed as $82,838 - $111,384 per annum plus 17% superannuation.

Deadline

Oct 25, 2026

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Australia

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University of Adelaide

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Computer Science
Epidemiology
Biostatistics
Biology
Mathematics
Precision Medicine
Medical Science
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Statistics
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Research Associate in Statistics at Adelaide University, based in the Australian Centre for Precision Health on the SAHMRI campus in Australia.

This is a full-time, 2-year fixed-term research position within the Nutritional and Genetic Epidemiology Group, reporting to Professor Elina Hypponen. The role contributes to research on healthy ageing, chronic disease prevention, and cognitive health, using large-scale genomic and population health data. The team works across epidemiology, biostatistics, genomics, and machine learning, with access to world-class data resources and publication opportunities.

Funding is supported by an NHMRC Investigator Grant. The advertised salary is $82,838 - $111,384 per annum + 17% super.

Essential requirements include postgraduate qualifications in epidemiology, statistics, genetics, statistical genomics, or a related discipline; a developing publication record; strong problem-solving and organisational skills; experience with epidemiological and/or genetic association analyses; excellent written communication; and the ability to work both independently and in a collaborative multidisciplinary team.

To apply, submit a CV and cover letter through the SEEK application portal and address the selection criteria in the online form. The closing date is Sunday 25 October 2026 at 11:30 pm.

Funding details

Full-time, 2-year fixed-term research associate role supported by NHMRC Investigator Grant funding. Salary is listed as $82,838 - $111,384 per annum plus 17% superannuation.

What's required

Postgraduate qualifications in epidemiology, statistics, genetics, statistical genomics or a related discipline. Applicants should have a developing track record of peer-reviewed publications, strong problem-solving and organisational skills, demonstrated analytical experience with epidemiological and/or genetic association analyses, high-level written communication skills for publication and stakeholder communication, and the ability to work both collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team and independently.

How to apply

Click the Apply Now button, upload your current CV and a cover letter explaining your interest in the role, and address the selection criteria in the online application form. Submit the application by the closing date.

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