Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Quantitative Analysis at the University of Sydney 2026

The School of Life and Environmental Sciences is currently seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Quantitative Analysis of Economic Impacts of Ultra-Processed Foods to lead quantitative research on the economic impacts of ultra-processed foods, managing and analyzing large, complex datasets to generate robust, policy?relevant insights that advance the University’s research agenda.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineApril 26, 2026
• Study LevelPostdoctoral Fellowships
• SponsorThe University of Sydney
• School to studyUniversity Of Sydney
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

• Opportunity to advance impactful research that influences global food and health policy

• Base Salary Academic Level B $127,436 - $151,328 + 17% superannuation 

Requirements

• PhD in Economics, Mathematical Sciences, Computer Science, Environmental Science (with a quantitative focus) or related fields

• strong experience in large-scale data processing and management, including working with high-dimensional, multi-country or time-series datasets

• sound programming skills, with a strong preference for MATLAB; experience in other scientific programming languages (e.g. Python, R) is also valued

• familiarity with international macroeconomic and trade data sources, such as UN Comtrade, UN Official Country National Accounts, or comparable global statistical databases, including data cleaning, harmonisation, and interpretation

• a demonstrated ability to work independently on technically demanding data tasks, with attention to reproducibility, documentation, and analytical robustness

• proven experience supervising and mentoring others.

Desirable (but not essential):

• prior experience or demonstrated interest in economic input–output analysis, including multi-regional input–output (MRIO) frameworks or supply-chain modelling

• prior experience in research associated with food.

Please note that only candidates who clearly meet the required skills and experience should apply, as applications from unsuitable candidates will not be considered for this vacancy.

Application Deadline

How To Apply

• Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Application Portal.

For more information, kindly visit the University of Sydney webpage.