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University of Queensland is hiring a Biostatistician to join the Children’s Intensive Care Research Program at the Child Health Research Centre in South Brisbane. This full-time, fixed-term role (until 31 December 2027) offers a base salary of $95,361.62 to $102,302.92 plus 17% super. You will deliver advanced analyses for paediatric critical care projects, design studies with clinicians, contribute to publications and grants, and uphold rigorous data management and ethics standards. The ideal candidate holds a statistics degree with health research experience, is proficient in R or STATA, and can translate complex concepts for clinicians, while thriving in multidisciplinary teams and multi-project environments. Apply with a resume and cover letter linking your background to the About You criteria; applications via email are not accepted; use the Talent team portal and include the job reference R-65421; for inquiries contact Dr Trish Gilholm; interviews planned July 16, 2026.

• Child Health Research Centre 

• Full-time (100%), fixed-term position for up to 31 December 2027

• Base salary will be in the range $95,361.62 - $102,302.92 + 17% super (HEW Level 6)

• Based at the South Brisbane location.

About This Opportunity

Join a passionate, high-performing and globally connected research program where your expertise will help improve outcomes for critically ill children. The Children’s Intensive Care Research Program (ChIRP), within the Child Health Research Centre, is seeking a purpose-driven Biostatistician to contribute to paediatric intensive care research. Working alongside internationally-recognised multidisciplinary clinicians and researchers, you will play a pivotal role in shaping evidence that improves long-term outcomes for children facing critical illness, including those recovering from paediatric heart surgery and sepsis. This is a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in complex, well-funded projects, collaborate across international networks, and see your work translate into meaningful clinical impact.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Deliver advanced statistical analyses and modelling to support high-impact clinical and health research projects

• Collaborate closely with clinicians and researchers to design studies, interpret findings, and communicate insights clearly

• Contribute to research outputs, including publications, grant applications, and technical reports

• Maintain high standards of data management, documentation, and compliance with ethics and governance requirements

About You

You are a curious and collaborative quantitative professional who thrives in a dynamic, purpose-driven environment. You bring both technical excellence and a desire to partner with researchers to drive meaningful outcomes.

• Completion of a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in statistics or a closely related quantitative discipline with subsequent relevant research experience

• Demonstrated experience applying statistical methods in clinical or health-related research settings

• Proficiency in statistical software such as R or STATA

• Strong ability to translate complex statistical concepts into clear, practical insights for clinicians and researchers

• Experience working within multidisciplinary teams, ideally in research or clinical environments

• Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities

• Strong written communication skills, including preparation of reports, manuscripts, and documentation

• Demonstrated integrity, attention to detail, and commitment to high-quality research practices

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, working together to create a better world. Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available.

UQ continues to deliver impactful health research, with recent initiatives accelerating the translation of research into clinical practice through major national funding support, strengthening outcomes for patients and communities.

Enjoy up to 26 weeks paid parental and primary care leave, 17% super, 17.5% leave loading, flexible and hybrid working options, health and wellbeing programs, a heavily discounted Study for Staff program, on-campus childcare, affordable parking, and salary packaging.

Interested?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Dr Trish Gilholm at [email protected]. For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at [email protected], stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.

When you apply, please ensure you upload a resume and cover letter summarizing how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section. Please note that applications received via email will not be accepted.

Other Information

Pre-employment checks may include: verification of the right to work in Australia. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.

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.

We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ, and encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criteria but can demonstrate their potential relative to opportunity. We’re also happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process. Just let us know how we can help by emailing [email protected] or calling +61 7 3365 2623.

Applications close Sunday 5 July 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-65421). Please note interviews have been tentatively scheduled for Thursday 16 July 2026.