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About Dr John Harriott

In 2005, Dr Harriott made an extraordinary commitment through his living bequest to establish a future Chair in Mental Health Research, to be permanently based at UWA. For nearly 20 years, he contributed to a separate investment fund at the University, with the intention of completing the final donation via his bequest.

This incredible legacy has now been realized during his lifetime, and recruitment is underway for the inaugural John and Lynlee Harriott Chair in Mental Health Research. Ever generous in spirit and vision, he now intends for his bequest to support the research led by this Chair with an aim of breaking new ground in the fields of mental health, wellbeing, and resilience, for the benefit of our entire community.

This position will be based either in the School of Psychological Science or in the UWA Medical School, Division of Psychiatry, in consultation with the successful candidate.

About the opportunity

The John and Lynlee Harriott Chair in Mental Health Research will create and lead an ambitious multidisciplinary program of research in mental health and its translation into practice. You will be expected to contribute to the development of innovative research that produces tangible and measurable impacts on prevention and treatment of mental ill health.

Please see the brochure attached for full details of the position’s responsibilities and selection criteria:  Candidate Brochure - John and Lynlee Chair in Mental Health Research.pdf

Closing date: 11:55pm AWST on Sunday, 13 October 2024

Note: Interviews, including meetings with stakeholders, are expected to be scheduled for the week commencing 11 November 2024.

This position is open to international applicants.

Application Details: Please apply online via the Apply Now button.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity 

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability. 

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process. 

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at talent-hr@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.