Full time, fixed term for immediate start for 3 years
Exciting opportunity for an Evidence Synthesist to
contribute to the expanding Cities and Planetary Health transdisciplinary research portfolio
Base Salary $122,830 + 17% superannuation
About the opportunity
The University of Sydney is seeking a
Research Fellow in Evidence Synthesis
to support the expanding Cities and Planetary Health transdisciplinary research portfolio in the School of Architecture, Design and Planning (ADP) led by Professor Thomas Astell-Burt.
The post holder will contribute to research on environmental factors and interventions for cardiometabolic health and/or mental health and related topic areas (e.g., loneliness) involving systematic reviews and random effects meta-analyses.
In addition to contributing to these research areas, the post holder will be expected to lead studies, write publications as both lead and co-author, and apply for grants/fellowships that complement existing research strengths in the team.
The position will contribute to the development and delivery of teaching on undergraduate and/or postgraduate courses, microcredentials and systematic reviews and meta-analysis clinics to provide methodological support to researchers and PhD students.
Experience in conducting systematic reviews and random effects meta-analyses is essential.
This post is full time and is expected to work at in the Camperdown Campus for most of the time to contribute to the growth of the team and the wider community in ADP.
Your key responsibilities will be to:
conduct and oversee the delivery of high quality research within the Cities and Planetary Health research portfolio led by Professor Thomas Astell-Burt
lead systematic reviews and meta-analyses focused on environmental factors and interventions for cardiometabolic health and/or mental health and related topic areas with members of the team
publish high impact research in excellent quality journals




write research proposals and generate external research funding as lead investigator with members of the Cities and Planetary Health team, and as a contributor to projects led by other team members
manage research projects including budgeting, convening meetings, preparing funder reports
develop and deliver teaching on undergraduate and/or postgraduate courses and microcredentials on systematic reviews, meta-analyses, and other topics relevant to the Cities and Planetary Health team
lead systematic reviews and meta-analysis clinics to provide methodological support to researchers and PhD students
supervise and mentor higher degree research students and student-led projects
engage stakeholders across all stages of the research process, including co-design activities and dissemination in various academic and non-academic formats
About you
an established track record in the field of evidence synthesis (systematic reviews, meta-analysis) as demonstrated by meaningful contributions to a range of projects and publications as lead and co-author.
PhD involving systematic reviews and meta-analysis, and other qualifications either in evidence synthesis or in degrees in which it is typically taught as a core subject (e.g., Master of Public Health)
strong capacities to conduct systematic reviews and meta-analyses, as demonstrated by publication in excellent journals
mastery of relevant software for systematic reviews (e.g., Covidence) and proven capability to conduct meta-analyses in relevant software packages (e.g., R)
proven ability to design, implement,



and evaluate teaching activities (including methods clinics)
be enthusiastic about advancing evidence synthesis as applied to cities and planetary health research.
To keep our community protected, please be aware of our COVID safety precautions which form our conditions of entry for all staff, students and visitors coming to campus.
Sponsorship / work rights for Australia
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
For a continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.
Australian Temporary Residents currently employed at the University of Sydney may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the position.
Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University.
Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements.
If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.
EEO statement
At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive.
We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve.
We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ.
We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
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