Post Doctoral Research Fellow (Exercise and Sports Science)

Post Doctoral Research Fellow (Exercise and Sports Science)

POST-DOCTORAL RESEARCH FELLOW 
SCHOOL OF MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES
ALEVA: $101,332 - $108,498 pa
JOONDALUP CAMPUS 
FULL-TIME, FIXED TERM (2 YEARS)

Overview
The School of Medical and Health Sciences at Edith Cowan University is collaborating on an exciting co-funded project to create an Evidence Gap Map (EGM) in women’s sport research. This state-of-the-art project will identify research gaps, assess the quality of existing studies, and establish priority areas for future investigation. The successful candidate will work with experienced collaborators from the University of Technology Sydney and the Australian Institute of Sport.

The Role
We are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to lead the development of this project. The role involves conducting a rigorous synthesis of evidence, including screening primary research and systematic reviews, assessing the risk of bias, and extracting key methodological insights to inform recommendations for higher-quality research. Additionally, the successful candidate will identify priority areas for future research and collaborate with key partners to ensure the project’s success.

Key Responsibilities
The Postdoctoral Research Fellow will:

Research and Analysis

• Develop a protocol for the Evidence Gap Map using established guidelines.
• Conduct literature searches, screening, data extraction, and bias assessment.
• Evaluate methodological and statistical aspects of selected studies.
• Manage the living map process, data analysis, and visualisation.
• Disseminate findings through reports, publications, and presentations

Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement

• Work closely with co-investigators from partner organisations.
• Engage with relevant stakeholders and interest groups.
• Prepare progress updates, interim reports, and final project outputs

Administration

• Organize data and maintain project software and repositories.
• Register the project and ensure compliance with research guidelines.

Teaching and Mentorship

• Deliver seminars or workshops to support student learning.

Skills and Experience

We are looking for candidates with the following:

Essential:

• A PhD in epidemiology, statistics, or a related field, or a PhD in meta-research (a preliminary systematic review as part of the PhD does not satisfy this requirement).
• Advanced knowledge of research methods, design, and analysis, with demonstrable application in publications or projects.
• Experience with research synthesis methods.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively.
• Proven ability to work independently, manage desk-based projects, and meet deadlines.
• Detail-oriented and focused approach to tasks.

Desirable:

• Familiarity with critical appraisal tools and research synthesis software.
• Experience conducting synthesis of intervention studies.
• Evidence of professional or academic partnerships related to research synthesis.

The successful applicant will also demonstrate personal attributes that are congruent with the University’s values of Integrity, Respect, Rational Inquiry, Courage and Personal Excellence.

Benefits & Remuneration
This full time, fixed term position attracts remuneration of $101,332 - $108,498 pa plus 17% University superannuation contribution.

ECU supports a work/life balance for staff. Benefits such as flexible working arrangements may also be negotiated to meet your personal circumstances.

ECU has an Award-winning Health and Wellness Program and an extensive range of staff benefits across entertainment, financial, health, travel and consumer goods and services.

For information on the benefits of working at ECU, please visit our website Employment Opportunities Overview.

Contact
Interested applicants are welcome to contact Professor Sophia Nimphius by email: s.nimphius@ecu.edu.au for more information.

How to Apply
Please submit a CV and cover letter addressing your skills and experience relevant to the role. In your application, highlight examples of your expertise in research synthesis, methodological rigor, and project collaboration.

Closing Date:
Applications close on Monday 6th January 2025 at 11:30pm AWST. Please note, shortlisting and interviews will be held in mid to late January, 2025. 

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED FROM CANDIDATES WHO HAVE THE RELEVANT WORKING RIGHTS TO FILL THIS POSITION.

ECU is a diverse and inclusive workplace reflecting the differences in society. Specific strategies and initiatives are in place to address underrepresentation of specific groups. Applications are encouraged from suitably qualified people from all backgrounds. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.