Research Fellow in Psychology (University of Queensland)

About These Opportunity This is an exciting opportunity for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow or Research Fellow to join our prestigious School of Psychology to support high quality research in the fields of body image, eating disorders and related issues. In this role, you will support the group lead, Professor Gemma Sharp, with a range of projects focused on body image and eating disorders, and more specifically, projects involving digital health and online interventions to support people experiencing eating disorders, their support people and treating health professionals. Key responsibilities will include but are not limited to:  Research: Starting to establish a research program, collaborate on research projects, participate in applications for competitive research funding and publish in reputable journals. Supervision and Researcher Development: Supervise students and provide performance feedback, mentoring and training Citizenship and Service: Develop partnerships, engage in internal and external service roles and committees, provide support to colleagues, and uphold university values. This opportunity is being offered at Academic Level A or Level B commensurate with the successful candidates’ skills and experience, in accordance with the University's Criteria for Academic Performance. *For further information, please click here to view the information booklet.* If you are unable to access this link, please email talent@uq.edu.au for a copy of the booklet. Please note, you must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment. The successful candidate will also be required to complete mandatory immunisations (as they apply to this position). About You  At Academic Level A: Completion or near completion (i.e. have submitted thesis for examination) of a PhD in Psychology or a related area. An emerging profile in research in Psychology or a related area. Evidence of publications in reputed refereed journals and presenting at conferences. Evidence of contributions towards successfully obtaining external research funding. Some experience in meaningful internal service roles and contributions towards external activities. In addition, at Academic Level B: Evidence of successfully seeking, obtaining and managing external research funding. A growing record of supervision of Honours and Research Higher Degree students to successful completion. About UQ As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, and within an environment where interdisciplinary collaborations are encouraged. The greater benefits of joining the UQ community are broad: from being part of a Group of Eight university, to recognition of prior service with other Australian universities, up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, flexible working arrangements including hybrid on site/WFH options and flexible start/finish times, and genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process. Questions? For more information about these opportunities, please contact Professor Gemma Sharp at gemma.sharp@uq.edu.au. For application queries, please contact talent@uq.edu.au stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line. Want to Apply? All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered: Resume Cover letter addressing the relevant ‘About You’ section found within the information booklet above Applicants should specifically address in your cover letter which position you are applying for (Level A or B). Other Information UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role. We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to talent@uq.edu.au for accessibility support or adjustments. Applications close Thursday 16 January 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (Job Reference Number: R-46140). If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Psychoneuroxy

About These Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow or Research Fellow to join our prestigious School of Psychology to support high quality research in the fields of body image, eating disorders and related issues.

In this role, you will support the group lead, Professor Gemma Sharp, with a range of projects focused on body image and eating disorders, and more specifically, projects involving digital health and online interventions to support people experiencing eating disorders, their support people and treating health professionals.

Key responsibilities will include but are not limited to: 

Research: Starting to establish a research program, collaborate on research projects, participate in applications for competitive research funding and publish in reputable journals.
Supervision and Researcher Development: Supervise students and provide performance feedback, mentoring and training
Citizenship and Service: Develop partnerships, engage in internal and external service roles and committees, provide support to colleagues, and uphold university values.

This opportunity is being offered at Academic Level A or Level B commensurate with the successful candidates’ skills and experience, in accordance with the University's Criteria for Academic Performance.

For further information, please click here to view the information booklet. If you are unable to access this link, please email talent@uq.edu.au for a copy of the booklet.

Please note, you must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment. The successful candidate will also be required to complete mandatory immunisations (as they apply to this position).

About You 

At Academic Level A:

Completion or near completion (i.e. have submitted thesis for examination) of a PhD in Psychology or a related area.
An emerging profile in research in Psychology or a related area.
Evidence of publications in reputed refereed journals and presenting at conferences.
Evidence of contributions towards successfully obtaining external research funding.
Some experience in meaningful internal service roles and contributions towards external activities.

In addition, at Academic Level B:

Evidence of successfully seeking, obtaining and managing external research funding.
A growing record of supervision of Honours and Research Higher Degree students to successful completion.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, and within an environment where interdisciplinary collaborations are encouraged.

The greater benefits of joining the UQ community are broad: from being part of a Group of Eight university, to recognition of prior service with other Australian universities, up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, flexible working arrangements including hybrid on site/WFH options and flexible start/finish times, and genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process.

Questions?

For more information about these opportunities, please contact Professor Gemma Sharp at gemma.sharp@uq.edu.au.

For application queries, please contact talent@uq.edu.au stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.

Want to Apply?

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

Resume
Cover letter addressing the relevant ‘About You’ section found within the information booklet above

Applicants should specifically address in your cover letter which position you are applying for (Level A or B).

Other Information

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to talent@uq.edu.au for accessibility support or adjustments.

Applications close Thursday 16 January 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (Job Reference Number: R-46140).

If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Psychoneuroxy

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