Epidemiologist/Project Manager

• Make a meaningful impact on health in the Pacific Region
• Work with regional neighbours to help strengthen health systems and tackle diseases in the Pacific.
• Travel to Solomon Islands and/or Vanuatu 3–4 times per year (approx. 8–12 weeks annually).
• Work remotely from anywhere in Australia, alongside a supportive, national team.

Are you passionate about improving health in the Pacific? Join a collaborative and supportive team working to build capability in field epidemiology and strengthen health systems across the Solomon Islands and Vanuatu.

We’re seeking an experienced Epidemiologist / Project Manager to support the delivery of the DFAT-funded Field Epidemiology in Action (FEiA) program. In this role, you will collaborate with Ministry of Health colleagues to co-design, deliver, and support field epidemiology training programs that empower health professionals and strengthen disease surveillance and response systems.

You will play a key part in ensuring technical excellence, mentoring emerging leaders, and help foster sustainable training systems in resource-limited settings.

What you’ll do:

• Provide technical and coordination support for Field Epidemiology Training Programs (FETPs) in the Solomon Islands and Vanuatu.
• Co-design and co-deliver culturally relevant training materials with national counterparts.
• Mentor and support national faculty, trainees (FETP fellows), and alumni throughout their learning.
• Contribute to FETP curriculum development and professional development opportunities for FETP alumni.
• Provide support to national counterparts in the organisation of in-country training workshops, including logistics and planning.
• Support development and delivery of evaluations, program reports, and planning documentation.

What you’ll bring

• Knowledge and field experience in infectious disease epidemiology.
• Experience designing and delivering training programs for adult learners.
• Strong cross-cultural communication skills, with demonstrated experience working in low-resource settings.
• Experience building and maintaining respectful relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to mentor and guide others without taking over — providing empowering support.

What might be challenging:

• This role involves technical and programmatic support — you will not be doing the work for others but empower and guide local colleagues to build their capabilities.
• Requires flexibility, and the ability to work within different cultural and logistical contexts.

This fixed term position is full time until the end of June 2027 at a HEW 7 Higher Education Level.

About our University

The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and creating a better future for our regions and the globe. Underpinned by this vision and our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability, the University of Newcastle’s Looking Ahead Strategic Plan 2020-2025 outlines the University’s commitment to delivering an exceptional student experience and serving our communities. 

For more information click here – Our Uni. 

About the Unit  

FEiA seeks to build sustainable field epidemiology programs to create a public health workforce that keeps their communities safe and healthy. We are a team of committed and innovative epidemiologists, trainers, evaluators and program managers from Australia and the Pacific. 

What we offer

In addition to working for a university that is breaking boundaries, discovering new ways of thinking and cementing a place as a global leader, we offer a range of benefits to our employees to ensure you balance your commitments, stay healthy and work effectively. 

These include: 

• The remuneration for this position is pro-rated from $103,641 - $ 116,596 p.a. + superannuation and is commensurate with skills and experience
• Flexible working arrangements (in line with the University’s Flexible Work Policy)
• 17% super and salary packaging
• Additional University Holiday days, generous personal leave and parental leave, annual leave loading and additional purchased leave scheme
• Discounts in private health insurance, gym memberships, software, travel and more
• Wellbeing programs

If you’re a technically skilled, culturally sensitive professional with a heart for collaboration, we encourage you to apply.

Please note the successful candidate will be required to obtain a Working With Children Check and undergo a National Police Check.

Your next steps 

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If viewing this on a job board other than the University's please click ‘Apply’ to reach the University's website, where a copy of the Position Description can be accessed. Please download a copy before commencing your application. 

Your application must include: 

• Your resume
• A cover letter outlining your motivation to apply for this opportunity
•  A statement addressing the Essential Criteria listed in the job description demonstrating your qualifications and experience with examples.

To ensure that your application receives full consideration, it's important to structure and address the selection criteria outlined in the application process. This helps us better understand your experience and suitability for the role. We appreciate your attention to this matter and look forward to reviewing your application.

Please upload your Cover Letter and response to the requested Criteria as one PDF document.

Your Cover Letter and Response to the Essential Criteria should not exceed 4 pages (approximately 2,000 words).

For specific position enquiries, please contact, Dr Megge Miller on (02) 4985 4373 or via email megge.miller@newcastle.edu.au

Having Difficulties? Please reach out to us: employment@newcastle.edu.au

Closing date: Sunday 1st June, 2025 11:59pm AEST

We are excited to be Looking Ahead with you

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