Postdoctoral Fellow

UNSW Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia Job Overview Postdoctoral Fellow (Level B) in the School of Psychology, conducting independent and team research in the project “Reducing Women’s Risk of Alzheimer’s Disease” under the Cutting Alzheimer’s Risk through Endocrinology (CARE) Program. The role is a fixed‑term 3‑year, part‑time (17.5 hours per week) position reporting to Professor Kaarin Anstey. Compensation & Engagement Salary: $127 000 – $150 000 per annum Superannuation: 17 % Annual leave loading Fixed term: 3 years Part time: 17.5 hours per week Reporting Reports directly to Professor Kaarin Anstey; does not have direct reports. Responsibilities Engage in individual and/or collaborative research in a manner consistent with disciplinary practice. Create scholarly impact recognisable by peers in advancing disciplinary knowledge. Conduct research activities under limited supervision, independently or as a team member. Establish a personal research portfolio and begin developing independent research proposals. Contribute to the development of applications for competitive funding under senior colleagues’ guidance. Participate as co‑investigator or chief investigator in competitive grant applications, or demonstrate active participation in research collaborations funded by competitive grants. Design research projects. Mentor and guide students and colleagues, developing the next generation of academics through supervision of HDRs. Undertake specific research tasks to meet the milestones for the project funding on risk factors for Alzheimer’s disease in women. Perform advanced statistical analysis of cohort studies and meta‑analysis of published literature to achieve project outcomes specified in the grant work plan. Prepare applications for data access, ethics approval and collaborative agreements to facilitate access to datasets for achieving the milestones and outcomes specified in the grant work plan. Align with and actively demonstrate the Code of Conduct and Values. Cooperate with all health and safety policies and procedures of the university and take all reasonable care to ensure that your actions or omissions do not impact on the health and safety of yourself or others. Selection Criteria A PhD in Psychology and experience analysing cohort studies. Expertise in cognitive ageing and dementia research evidenced by a relevant publication record. A demonstrated interest in sex and gender factors influencing neurodegeneration and risk of dementia. Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with disciplinary knowledge and developments. Demonstrated track record in research with outcomes of high quality and high impact with clear evidence of the desire and ability to continually achieve research excellence as well as the capacity for research leadership. A track record of significant involvement with the profession and/or industry. High level communication skills and ability to network effectively and interact with a diverse range of students and staff.Demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships. Evidence of highly developed interpersonal and organisational skills. An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines. Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training. Contact Professor Kaarin AnsteyE: Application Deadline Applications close: December 8th, 2025 Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement UNSW is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community, and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr