Research Officer (Clinical AI)- Centre for Big Data Research in Health

Job no: 542175
Work type: Full Time
Location: Sydney, NSW
Categories: Research Administration support, Clinical/Medical Research

- Employment Type: Full Time; 35 hours per week
- Duration: 2 years fixed term
- Remuneration: Professional Level 6 $108,021 - $115,233 (based on experience) + 17% super+ annual leave loading
- Location: Kensington Campus, New South Wales.
- Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold unrestricted work rights to be considered for this position.

Position Summary

The Research Officer supports Clinical Artificial Intelligence (AI) research projects within the Centre for Big Data Research in Health, working as part of a multidisciplinary team to advance the use of AI in healthcare. The role provides technical and research support across project design and delivery, with a focus on digital health, electronic medical record (EMR) data, predictive modelling, data analysis, research ethics and data governance.

Working closely with senior researchers, NSW Local Health Districts, eHealth NSW and other research partners, the Research Officer will support data management and analysis, research governance and ethics processes, preparation of publications and reports, stakeholder engagement, and the coordination of project activities and milestones. The position reports to the Professor of Clinical AI and has no direct reports.

Some key skills required:

- A university degree in public health, medicine, nursing, digital health, biostatistics or related discipline, or an equivalent level of knowledge gained through a combination of education, training or experience.
- Experience supporting health, clinical or digital health research projects, including research ethics and governance processes.
- Experience working with clinical or electronic medical record data/or health datasets would be highly desirable.
- Experience with data management,



quantitative analysis and research project coordination would be desirable.
- Knowledge of research protocols, experimental design and planning as involved in developing research projects and reporting against milestones.
- Experience working with a range of computer systems and applications, including data analysis.

Please refer to the position description for full details.

Benefits and Culture:

UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to a plethora of UNSW-perks including:

- Career development opportunities
- 17% Superannuation contributions and additional leave loading payments
- 10 days paid cultural leave per year
- Additional 3 days of leave over Christmas period
- Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness)

More information on the great staff benefits and culture can be found

How to Apply:

Make each day matter with a meaningful career at UNSW. Submit your application including your resume & cover letter addressing the selection criteria, online before Tuesday 15th September at 11:55pm. A copy of the Position Description can be found on JOBS@UNSW.

Pre-Employment Checks
As part of our recruitment process candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment screening, which may include reference checks, qualification verification, right-to-work verification, WWCC and criminal history screening where relevant to the role.

Get in Touch:

Aarti

Talent Acquisition Associate

Please apply through the application portal and not via the contact above.

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 versatile work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

Advertised: 25 Aug 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 15 Sep 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time

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