Job No.: 663484

Location: Clayton or Peninsula campus and The Alfred Centre

Employment Type: Full-time

Duration: Continuing appointment

Remuneration: $169,553 - $186,788 pa Level D / $218,408 pa Level E (plus 17% employer superannuation)

• Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University
• Join our inclusive, collaborative community
• Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas - and the people who discover them

The Opportunity

Are you passionate about advancing cancer care through cutting-edge research and innovative leadership? Monash University, one of the world’s top-ranked universities for clinical and health sciences, in partnership with Alfred Health, the leading provider of health services in Melbourne's inner southeast, is seeking a Professor/ Associate Professor of Cancer Care Nursing. This pivotal role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of cancer care in Australia and beyond.

At Monash University, you’ll collaborate with a global network of experts, contributing to groundbreaking research and influencing healthcare policies. With our focus on addressing the challenges of the age – including climate change and health inequities – you will be at the forefront of impactful, interdisciplinary research.

At Alfred Health, you’ll be part of a dedicated team delivering comprehensive cancer care across Victoria. With state-of-the-art facilities like the newly commissioned Paula Fox Melanoma and Cancer Centre, we are committed to providing world-class care and fostering excellence in medical research and education.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a dynamic research team at Alfred Health and Monash University
• Drive research excellence by securing competitive grants and publishing in top-tier journals
• Foster strong collaborative partnerships with national and international health agencies
• Supervise and mentor the next generation of nursing professionals and researchers

Why Join Us?

• Be part of an inclusive, diverse, and innovative academic community at Monash University
• Work in a supportive environment with access to world-class facilities and international collaboration opportunities
• Make a significant impact on cancer care, improving outcomes for patients locally and globally

Who We’re Looking For

• A leading authority in cancer care research with a doctoral qualification and a strong publication record
• Proven experience in securing research funding and leading large, interdisciplinary research projects
• A registered nurse with the vision to shape the future of nursing and cancer care

To be considered for this position the successful applicant must hold current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA).

About Monash University

At Monash, work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, from contributing to something groundbreaking – a place where great things happen. We make tangible contributions because our purpose is clear; to deliver positive economic, social and environmental impact in resolving the global challenges of our age.

At the core of achieving this purpose is the diversity of our staff. We welcome and value everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. When you come to work, you can be yourself, be a change-maker and develop your career in exciting ways. This is why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.

Together with our commitment to academic freedom, you will have access to quality research facilities, infrastructure, world class teaching spaces, and international collaboration opportunities. 

Learn more about Monash. 

Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodiverse people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.

Join the pursuit of our purpose to build a better future for ourselves and our communities – #ChangeIt with us.

Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents. 

To Apply

Your application must address the selection criteria. Please refer to 'How to apply for Monash Jobs'.

Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments, please contact us at hr-recruitment@monash.edu in an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments Request' for a confidential discussion.

Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.

Enquiries: Professor Julia Morphet, Head of School, Monash Nursing and Midwifery, Julia.Morphet@monash.edu

Position Description: 

Associate Professor in Nursing - Cancer Care Nursing - Alfred Health Joint Appointment - Level D

Professor in Nursing - Cancer Care Nursing - Alfred Health Joint Appointment - Level E

Applications Close: Monday 14 October 2024, 11:55pm AEDT

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