Research Fellow-Daffodil Centre

• Part time (0.60 or 0.80 FTE) fixed term for six months (commencing 01/01/2027 ending 30/06/2027)- possibility of extension subject to funding

• Research Fellow role supporting Melanoma Research

• Base Salary $132,533 (pro rata 0.60 FTE) + 17% superannuation 

About the opportunity

The Daffodil Centre is a world-leading cancer research centre, directly influencing policy decisions and clinical practice across the cancer control continuum. The Daffodil Centre combines the complementary strengths of Cancer Council NSW and the University of Sydney to accelerate progress in cancer care and outcomes across the population. The partnership has created an unparalleled centre of national and international research excellence where research leads to real-world improvements to reduce the burden of cancer in the community.

We are seeking a Research Fellow to join the Melanoma and Skin Cancer research team at the Daffodil Centre, on 6-month fixed-term research-focused position. The Melanoma and Skin Cancer team, led by Professor Anne Cust, conducts collaborative, multidisciplinary research with a public health focus. The team has strong links with Melanoma Institute Australia.

This role will play a key part in supporting a melanoma clinical guidelines project, undertaking evidence synthesis activities that contribute to the compilation and development of clinical practice guidelines for melanoma management. The successful candidate will be an expert in systematic reviews and evidence synthesis, with significant experience producing high-quality evidence summaries and translating research evidence into clinical and policy-relevant outputs.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• lead and conduct evidence syntheses, systematic reviews and meta-analyses to support melanoma and skin cancer research projects

• undertake evidence review activities that contribute to the development and compilation of melanoma clinical management guidelines

• critically appraise scientific literature and translate findings into high-quality evidence summaries and guideline recommendations

• conduct original research independently and collaboratively, developing publications and conference presentations

• contribute to research funding applications, grant proposals and impact activities

• build and maintain collaborative relationships with researchers, clinicians and stakeholder groups

• support the translation of research findings into policy and clinical practice improvements

• assist with supervision, mentoring and training of postgraduate students, research assistants and early-career researchers

• actively contribute to the strategic objectives and collaborative culture of the Daffodil Centre

About you

• completed a PhD in epidemiology or a related discipline

• extensive experience in evidence synthesis, systematic reviews and meta-analyses supporting melanoma research and skin cancer research

• recognised expertise in systematic review methodology and evidence synthesis approaches

• demonstrated track record of peer-reviewed publications arising from evidence synthesis and research activities

• experience supporting the development of clinical guidelines, policy recommendations or evidence-informed decision-making processes will be highly regarded

• strong understanding of epidemiological methods, research design and critical appraisal techniques

• proven ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, clinicians and external stakeholders

• experience supervising, mentoring and supporting the development of students, research assistants or early-career researchers

• excellent written and verbal communication skills, including scientific writing and presenting research findings to diverse audiences

• advanced organisational, analytical and project management skills with a high level of attention to detail

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Pre-employment checks and declarations 

Your employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all pre-employment or background checks required for the role in terms satisfactory to the University.  Also, to meet the University’s obligations under the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Eliminate Gender-Based Violence you will be asked to declare if you have been investigated for, or found to engaged in, sexual harm or gender-based violence in the course of previous employment or in a legal process. 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 

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Applications Close

Tuesday 29 September 2026 11:59 PM