• Based at our Melbourne, Burwood Campus + hybrid work arrangements
• Part-time 0.5FTE and fixed-term until 31 December 2030
• Level C $143,490 - $165,001 or Level D $172,171 - $189,376 + 17% Superannuation

Who are we?

Deakin is a cutting-edge public university headquartered in Victoria, revolutionising education with 61,000 students across our campuses: Melbourne Burwood, Geelong Waurn Ponds, Geelong Waterfront, Warrnambool, Deakin University Lancaster University Indonesia (DLI), GIFT City, India, and our vibrant online environment. We're proud to be a progressive and open-minded university, delivering the highest student satisfaction in Victoria and consistently ranked in the top 1% of the world's universities.

The Biostatistics Unit is responsible for providing expert biostatistical support to multi-disciplinary research initiate at the Faculty of Health. Deakin University has recently established a Clinical Trials Hub (DTH) which aims to build on the region’s collective clinical research capacity – in particular with partners, to deliver innovative and regionally relevant research in consultation with key stakeholders, including local healthcare professionals, pharmaceutical executives, regulatory bodies, ethics and governance, vendors and other key thought leaders.

As a Senior Research Fellow - Biostatistics, you will:

• Play a key role in strengthening the quality of multi-disciplinary research projects initiated by DTH affiliated academics and partner organisations clinical researchers
• Provide expert biostatistical leadership in the conceptualisation, design, and analysis plans for competitive grant applications.
• Lead the development of robust study designs, sample size calculations, and statistical methodologies to strengthen the scientific rigour of grant submissions.
• Make significant contribution to seeking funding for research and creative activities, including applications for external competitive funding, external funding for commercialization and translation activities and other funding demonstrating sustained efforts.
• Prepare or contribute to the statistical components of grants, including analysis plans, methodological justifications, and feasibility statements.

To be successful, you’ll have:

• PhD in biostatistics or statistics
• Nationally recognised research reputation in biostatistics underpinned by publications in quality journals
• Strong track record in clinical trials and public health research, including advanced statistical analyses of randomised trials and the development of trial protocols and statistical analysis plans
• Success in obtaining external research grants
• Record of supervision or co-supervision of PhD students to successful completion
• Knowledge of modern statistical methods including experience of Bayesian adaptive trial platform designs. relevant to public health and clinical research
• Strong statistical programming skills, with expertise in at least two of the software packages SAS, R or STATA

As an Associate Professor, you will:

• Play a key role in strengthening the quality of multi-disciplinary research projects initiated by DTH affiliated academics and partner organisations clinical researchers
• Provide expert biostatistical leadership in the conceptualisation, design, and analysis plans for competitive grant applications.
• Lead the development of robust study designs, sample size calculations, and statistical methodologies to strengthen the scientific rigour of grant submissions.
• Work collaboratively with academics to shape research questions, refine hypotheses, and align methodological choices with funding body requirements.
• Prepare or contribute to the statistical components of grants, including analysis plans, methodological justifications, and feasibility statements.
• Lead teams and succeed in funding opportunities for research and creative activities, including applications for external competitive funding, external funding for commercialization and translation activities and other funding demonstrating sustained successes.
• Demonstrate sustained and expanding national and international reputation as amongst world leaders for substantial and growing body of work, recognized quality, excellence and impact with a sustained and expanding track record of timely delivery of outcomes for industry partners.

To be successful, you’ll have:

• PhD in a relevant discipline
• Internationally recognised research reputation underpinned by publications in high quality journals, and exhibitions where relevant to the discipline.
• Strong track record in clinical trials and public health research, including advanced statistical analyses of randomised trials and the development of trial protocols and statistical analysis plans
• Success in obtaining and timely completion of competitive external research grants
• Successful engagement with research, community, industry and government to enhance the national and international standing of the faculty.
• Demonstrated success and passion for leadership of research and administration.
• Evidence of original, innovative and distinguished contribution to research and research supervision

Here's how to apply: 

Please submit your updated resume, a short cover letter and responses to the Key Selection Criteria -stating if you are applying for the Senior Research Fellow or Associate Professor - Biostatistics.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Eugene Athan (Professor of Biostatistics) on e.athan@deakin.edu.au

For a copy of the position description, please see below: 

 PD_Senior Research Fellow Biostatistics.pdf

 PD Associate Professor Biostatistics Clinical Trials Hub.pdf

Applications for this position close 11.55pm on Sunday 15^th February 2026.

Why work with us?

At Deakin you will have access to benefits such as a variety of leave options including generous parental leave and the ability to purchase additional leave; flexible working arrangements to help manage your work-life balance; ongoing learning and development opportunities to grow your career; an inclusive and supportive culture and environment to work in, both online and on campus.

Are You Ready?

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.

Pre-employment safety and suitability checks: In accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence, appointment to this role is subject to successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks, including Working With Children Checks and candidate gender-based violence declarations. 

Candidates may be asked to declare whether they have been investigated for an allegation of Gender‑based Violence, or determined to have engaged in conduct that constitutes Gender‑based Violence during the course of their previous employment, or otherwise in a legal process.  A declaration is not required from individuals who have experienced gender‑based violence.  A ‘Yes’ response does not automatically exclude a candidate from employment, and any information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for relevance to the role and the University’s safety obligations.

Benefits for working with us!

At Deakin, we offer more than just a job — we offer a lifestyle. Across our campuses in Geelong, Melbourne, and regional Victoria, you’ll find everything you need to thrive: on-site childcare, gyms, medical centres, cafes, accessible public transport, and convenient parking. Enjoy flexible working arrangements that support your work-life balance, generous leave entitlements including extended parental leave and the option to purchase additional time off, plus a wide range of staff discounts on travel and more. Our health and wellbeing services, ongoing professional development opportunities, and inclusive, supportive culture make Deakin a place where you can grow — whether you're working remotely or immersed in the vibrant energy of campus life.