• Based in the Rosemary Bryant AO Research Centre, School of Nursing and Midwifery located at City East campus
• Full-time, 12-month fixed term contract
• Salary range: $120,197 - $138,353 per annum (plus super)

About the Job

As a senior academic in the School and a subject matter expert in a health-related discipline, you will make a significant contribution to the research outcomes of the Rosemary Bryant AO Research Centre. You will have the opportunity to lead the creation and implementation of a consumer centred healthcare laboratory within the Centre, by developing a phased five-year research program proposal that supports the Centre’s wider strategic plan.

You will also lead grant funding submissions and engage with partners and industry to foster future research opportunities, and present to national and local stakeholder groups on consumer centred research outcomes. You will also support and mentor your early-career colleagues, and supervise Honours and postgraduate research projects.

Skills and Experience

A doctoral qualification in a health-related discipline is essential, as is a working knowledge of and experience in a range of areas including health services, program evaluation, and population health and behavioural research. You will also demonstrate a track record of working with consumers and healthcare stakeholders to undertake research that focuses on positive outcomes for consumers and have the ability to present research findings in a way that is both meaningful and impactful.

You will be skilled in both qualitative and quantitative data analysis methods and have an established track record in producing academic publications, scientific and industry reports, and obtaining grant funding. Your high-level communication and negotiation skills, and ability to manage multiple projects priorities effectively, will ensure your success in this role.

UniSA - an environment of intellectual curiosity, learning and research

As a University of Enterprise, the University of South Australia (UniSA) offers a dynamic and agile culture, one that embraces challenges and thrives on breaking new ground. Our breadth of activity provides our employees with a wide range of opportunities to grow and pursue new directions in a vibrant, engaging environment that goes beyond traditional limitations.

Our employees are motivated by seeing our graduates as the new professionals driving the national and international agenda through the skills and capabilities, they have developed during their studies at UniSA. Our people are creative and innovative thinkers, communicating with clarity, conviction and enthusiasm. We are authentic, resilient, and influential and we deliver results. There is no limit to the experience you can have at UniSA. We want the best people to come to UniSA to do their best work – so come and join us.

What we can offer you

When you join UniSA, we promise to provide you with opportunities that will help you grow your talents and career whilst ensuring you are supported in balancing your daily life with your work. We have a people-focused approach and understand the importance of supporting our staff through various services provided by the university.

We provide a rich array of leading development programs to build your capability in innovation, leadership teaching and learning, and research.  Our health and wellbeing strategy promotes ways to improve your health and create a sense of personal wellbeing, enabling you to reach your potential in all aspects of your work and personal life. And we also offer flexible work options to enhance our positive working environment, along with a generous leave entitlement.

Lodging your Application

For a copy of the position description and to apply, please visit https://workingatunisa.nga.net.au/. Please refer to the online application form which will indicate which selection criteria you need to address. Please address your cover letter for the role to Jade Windsor, Recruitment Consultant. For further information about the position or the recruitment process, you can contact the UniSA Recruitment Central Team on +618 8302 1700 or via email to recruitment@unisa.edu.au using job reference number 1982.

Applications close: 11:30 pm Monday 23 September 2019

Applications welcomed from Australian or NZ citizens, Australian permanent residents and those who have the legal right to work in Australia for the term of appointment.

Note: appointment is subject to a satisfactory National Police Check (NPC) being obtained and maintained.

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