Biostatistician
Western Sydney University- Full-time, Fixed-Term position at HEW Level 8 until 11th December 2027.
- Campbelltown campus with flexible working arrangements.
- Salary: $120,754 – $134,051 p.a., plus 17% Super and Leave Loading.
Provide authoritative biostatistical advice that strengthens research design, analysis and reporting across the Faculty of Health.
The Opportunity
You will provide authoritative specialist biostatistical advice and applied research support across the Faculty of Health. Working with research leaders, Faculty Research Operations and multidisciplinary researchers, you will improve the quality, rigour and competitiveness of health and medical research.
You will advise on complex study design, statistical methodology, sample size and power, analysis planning, interpretation and reporting. You will review grant applications, protocols and project concepts, and develop robust statistical analysis plans that address modelling, missing data, sensitivity analyses, uncertainty and limitations.
You will also guide applied analyses for priority research projects and produce statistical outputs for grants, ethics submissions, reports, manuscripts and partner communications. Through practical guidance, templates, quality standards and consultation practices, you will build researcher capability and support a sustainable Faculty-wide biostatistical service.
What Success Looks Like:
- Provide practical, authoritative advice on complex research design, statistical methodology, analysis and reporting.
- Strengthen grant applications and research protocols through robust and feasible statistical approaches.
- Develop reproducible statistical analysis plans and fit-for-purpose outputs for priority research projects.
- Establish consistent Faculty-wide guidance, templates and quality standards for biostatistical practice.
- Implement an effective triage and referral model that responds to demand and prioritises specialist support.
Please refer to the Position Description for full details.
About You
- A postgraduate qualification in biostatistics, statistics, epidemiology, quantitative health research or a related discipline, with extensive relevant experience.
- High-level expertise in health and medical biostatistics, including study design, sample size and power, statistical modelling, analysis planning and interpretation.
- Extensive experience advising researchers or multidisciplinary teams and reviewing grants, protocols, ethics applications, manuscripts or research reports.
- Advanced proficiency in relevant statistical software and reproducible, well-documented analytical workflows.
- Highly developed communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the judgement and autonomy to manage complex matters and competing priorities.
Benefits
We invest in the people who make our mission possible. Alongside a rewarding career, we offer a range of benefits designed to support your financial, personal and family wellbeing.
- Financial benefits: Access to staff-only products and offers with selected banking partners, salary sacrifice options for onsite parking, and novated motor vehicle leasing.
- Health and wellbeing support: Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP), complimentary annual flu vaccination, eligibility for Fitness Passport membership, and access to discounted private health cover.
- Onsite childcare: Long day care and early learning services operate at our Campbelltown, Hawkesbury, Parramatta, and Penrith campuses. Staff may be eligible for discounted fees and salary packaging, with places subject to centre capacity.
Application Details
- Position Enquiries: Direct to Jodie Jyotishna Narayan, Research Operations Manager via J.Narayan@westernsydney.edu.au. Please include the job reference code REF1881R.
- Closing Date: 11:59pm, Wednesday 14 October 2026.
- Working Rights: You must provide evidence of your full-time working rights in Australia for the full term of the appointment at time of application. Employer visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
- How to Apply: Please note that only applications submitted via the University’s online recruitment system will be considered. As part of your online application, you will be asked to respond to screening questions addressing the key qualifications, experiences and skills required for this position.
Belonging at Western
Belonging at Western
We are committed to substantive equality as outlined in our Equal Opportunity Policy. We actively encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, candidates of all gender identities and expressions, people of all abilities, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
For reasonable adjustments during the application process, please contact talentacquisitionteam@westernsydney.edu.au.
About Western
This is your opportunity to be part of something bigger. By joining Western Sydney University, you become a valued member of our community. As our region changes, so too does our university. Western is boldly different, energetic, global, diverse, dynamic, and youthful.
Our mission is to deliver student success, impactful research, and stronger communities. As part of our team, you will have a stake in shaping the future of education, broadening horizons, and changing lives. Making a difference starts at Western.