We're looking for a Postdoctoral Fellow

Classification: Academic Level A
Salary package: $78,940 - $99,083 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Term: Full-time, Fixed term (up to 2 years)

• Join a highly collaborative and energetic team in coordinating a national approach to eating disorders research
• Collaborate with national and international leaders in eating disorders research
• Have the flexibility to work from Canberra or elsewhere in Australia

College overview

The ANU College of Health and Medicine (CHM) encompasses a tradition of research excellence that has fostered four Nobel Laureates and trains leaders in science, medicine, health and the environment in Research Schools consistently ranked among the top performers in the world in their various fields. The College is committed to solving problems through fundamental and applied scientific research, and improving health outcomes for people in Australia and around the world.  The College houses three Research Schools - the John Curtin School of Medical Research (JCSMR); the National Centre for Epidemiology and Population Health (NCEPH); and the School of Medicine and Psychology (SMP).

School overview

The ANU School of Medicine and Psychology (SMP) works to advance human health and wellbeing, enhancing the lives of individuals and strengthening communities, including those of Aboriginal and Torres Strait peoples, in the ACT, NSW and beyond. By integrating the disciplines of medicine and psychology we aim to unlock the secrets of health and wellbeing, develop impactful therapies, solve national and international health problems, and lead impactful social change. To do this we conduct collaborative, courageous, transformational and translational research, integrating perspectives, knowledge and techniques from multiple disciplines. We develop excellent, adaptable, resilient and innovative clinicians, academics and health care leaders of the future who work in partnership with their patients and colleagues to provide optimal care for individuals while strengthening the stem and society they work in. We partner with discovery-focused and population researchers, healthcare providers, government, commercial and not for profit organisations and communities.

The Australian Eating Disorders Research and Translation Centre (AEDRTC) coordinates a national approach to eating disorder research and the translation of research findings into practice, with the goal of reducing the burden on Australians living with an eating disorder and their loved ones.

Position overview

The Postdoctoral Fellow will contribute to the research undertaken by Professor Elizabeth Rieger, in the area of eating disorders, within SMP and the AEDRTC. The major area of focus for the Postdoctoral Fellow will be to provide administrative and research support to Professor Rieger in her role as co-lead of the AEDRTC’s National Network stream.

For more information, please contact Professor Elizabeth Rieger, Associate Director Education (Psychology), School of Medicine and Psychology, E: elizabeth.rieger@anu.edu.au 

The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant via: indigenous.employment@anu.edu.au  

ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion

Application information

In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents:

• A statement addressing the selection criteria.
• A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees you can complete these online when prompted in the application form.
• Other documents, if required.

Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.

Please note: The successful candidate must have rights to live and work in this and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process.  An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.