Anant National University

Schemes of Service: Professional Officers Division: Professional Officers Employment Type: Fixed Term Job Purpose The Professional Officer will support applied research and innovation in community and allied health, working with internal teams and industry partners to develop practical solutions. The role focuses on translating clinical and operational needs into scalable solutions that address challenges in meeting healthcare innovation targets through care automation, digital health, and other sustainable solutions for the community care sector. Professional Officers are expected to bring a strong healthcare-sector leadership track record, preferably at Assistant Director level or above, with proven experience in managing a business unit, service line, programme office, or multi-disciplinary delivery team. The role requires a hands-on leader who has carried business or KPI targets, generated industry projects through business development and partner engagement, secured funding or other cashable resources, and personally driven project execution to deliver measurable healthcare innovation outcomes, including project completion, value capture, manpower training, ecosystem outreach, and NRF KPI delivery evidence. Key Responsibilities Applied Research & Development Conduct reviews on healthcare innovation literature, frameworks, and assessment tools for both generic industry-wide and sector-specific applications, such as care automation, anti-frailty programmes, and cognitive screening technologies. Develop healthcare solution road mapping and development frameworks to support the identification and follow-through of innovation solutions for community and aged care providers. Support the development of healthcare solutions and applications through project execution (experimentation, data collection, analysis, and evaluation). Industry Collaboration Support collaborations with industry partners — Community & Aged Care Providers, Healthcare & Population Health Partners, and Technology Solution Providers — to understand problem statements and contribute to solution development. Assist in project scoping by gathering technical inputs and identifying relevant capabilities within the ecosystem (IHLs, research centres, industry partners). Participate in industry meetings, discussions, and project engagements to build and maintain the ICAH ecosystem network. Project Execution & Support Assist in leading the planning and execution of multiple healthcare innovation projects to ensure timely delivery of outcomes, specifically tracking the committed NRF KPIs: IaaS Service Volume, Innovation Initiatives, Value Capture, Manpower Training, and Ecosystem Establishment, with clear documentation of industry project completion, value generated, funding secured, partner commitments, and team contribution. Generate technical reports, presentations, and documentation on the development of healthcare solutions and applications, including the monthly ICAH operations report for management. Contribute to grant proposals and project submissions where required. Track project progress and maintain proper documentation of activities across the secured and pipeline project portfolio, including milestone status, risks/issues, partner commitments, funding status, value-capture evidence, training outcomes, and ecosystem outreach. Support the IaaS Center for Community and Allied Health Innovation in achieving measurable NRF KPI outcomes, including delivery of data analytics, innovation initiatives, value capture, manpower training, and ecosystem-establishment targets. Assist in leading the team to complete 12 data analytics projects and digital dashboards for industry, hospitals, aged homes, or non-profit organisations. Support the securing of $2M in industry- or agency-funded projects, new grants, or other cashable resources for SIT. Assist in leading the team to deliver 30 innovation projects and support deployment of 20 new or improved products, processes, or services to industry, hospitals, aged homes, or non-profit organisations. Support delivery of technologies and solutions through IaaS initiatives that help organisations generate S$11 million in cost savings and/or new businesses. Train 120 company employees and/or healthcare professionals on innovation solutions implemented by IaaS, enabling dissemination and sharing of best practices with industry and other healthcare providers through workshops. Provide Assistant Director-level or equivalent leadership exposure in healthcare-sector project delivery, including ownership of business unit, programme, service-line, or portfolio targets; stakeholder engagement with care providers, hospitals, aged-care operators, allied health partners, industry solution providers, and internal research/engineering teams; and hands-on follow-through to convert opportunities into funded projects and implemented outcomes. Oversee the allocation and integration of contributions from Research Engineers with different skill sets, ensuring that each workstream contributes its share to the overall NRF KPI delivery plan. Job Requirements Bachelor's degree in Health Sciences, Biomedical Engineering, Business Administration, Healthcare Management, Public Health, Nursing, Allied Health, or related disciplines,  Master's degree preferred. Minimum 7 years' relevant experience with substantial work experience in healthcare, community care, aged care, allied health, digital health, healthcare operations, product development, or healthcare innovation. Demonstrated healthcare-sector leadership track record, preferably equivalent to Assistant Director level or above, in leading a business unit, programme office, service line, project portfolio, or multi-disciplinary delivery team in healthcare, community care, aged care, allied health, digital health, or applied innovation settings. Possess understanding of healthcare innovation concepts (e.g., clinical validation, commercialisation, care automation, health economics). Strong analytical skills and attention to detail. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Resourceful, meticulous and problem-solving attitude. Ability to evidence the value of projects delivered, including project quantum, business scale handled, cost savings, productivity outcomes, new business generated, or other measurable value-capture outcomes. Experience in securing or supporting industry-funded projects, agency-funded grants, or equivalent cashable resources, with ability to document funding quantum and stakeholder commitments. Proven accountability for business, operational, revenue, funding, or KPI targets, with experience in business development, partner engagement, proposal shaping, project generation, and conversion of industry or healthcare needs into funded projects, grants, pilots, deployments, or other cashable resources. Ability to both lead and personally contribute to delivery, including scoping, execution, stakeholder management, documentation, value capture, risk/issue resolution, and hands-on troubleshooting on the ground. Relevant exposure to healthcare service innovation, care automation, clinical workflow optimisation, digital health implementation, health economics, value capture, training delivery, and ecosystem-building activities will be advantageous.

Overview The National Institute of Education (NIE) is among the world’s top education institutes, recognised for its excellence in teacher education and educational research. NIE has played a key and pivotal role in shaping and developing Singapore’s teaching profession and landscape through evidence-informed, practice-focused and values-based programmes and initiatives. An autonomous institute situated within the research-intensive Nanyang Technological University, NIE is consistently ranked within the top 10 in the world for research impact in the field of Education. The Psychology and Child & Human Development (PCHD) Department is dedicated to developing evidence-based competencies in psychologists, counsellors, educators, and education specialists. Our faculty has expertise spanning educational and school psychology, counselling psychology, teacher education, early childhood education, special and inclusive education, learning sciences, motivation, cognitive science, and mental health. We invite applications for an Assistant Professor / Associate Professor in Assessment and Evaluation. The successful candidate will contribute to teaching across undergraduate, graduate students and professional education programmes in the areas of assessment, evaluation, applied measurement, applied statistics, research methodology, or psychometrics.  Requirements Applicants must have: A PhD or equivalent qualifications or will be acquiring the qualifications at the time of application in the area of evaluation and/or academic/psychological assessment. At least 4 years of an excellent teaching record, including innovative approaches and use of educational technology. Demonstrated ability and commitment to teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. The following will be advantageous: Experience supervising graduate students (master’s and/or doctoral level). A record of practice-based or applied research with publications in reputable international journals. Success in securing research funding as Principal Investigator. Leadership or administrative experience in academic settings. Familiarity with, or ability to adapt to, diverse education systems and cultural contexts. Willingness to contribute to interdisciplinary teaching and collaboration. In addition, applicants for Associate Professor post should have a sustained, independent academic reputation, having published in high-impact venues and/or secured major research grants.  Responsibilities The successful candidate will: Teach and develop courses at undergraduate, graduate, and professional development levels. Conduct research that informs educational practice and policy, particularly in teaching and learning. Build an active research programme and publish in reputable peer-reviewed journals. Establish collaborations with local and international academic and professional communities. Contribute to curriculum development, programme leadership, and institutional initiatives. Undertake administrative responsibilities and service within the department and institution. Share expertise through seminars, workshops, and collaborative platforms. Application Applicants should submit the following via the Workday (WD) system: A cover letter outlining suitability for the position. A curriculum vitae, including qualifications, teaching experience, research achievements, full publication list, and academic service. Three sample publications Research Impact Statement (up to 5 pages) Applicants should demonstrate the significance and impact of their research by addressing the following: Key Contributions: What are your most important research impacts to date? Evidence of Impact: How has your work influenced your field, policy, or practice? Provide evidence (e.g., publications, citations, policy uptake, industry adoption). Academic Impact: How has your work advanced theory, methods, or knowledge? Societal/Policy/Industry Impact (if applicable): Describe influence on policy, regulation, industry standards, or broader society. Research Identity: What distinguishes your work? Articulate a clear and coherent research trajectory. Contribution and Leadership: Clarify your role in collaborative projects. Future Impact: Outline how your research will shape the field over the next 5–10 years Teaching Impact Statement (up to 3 pages) Applicants should demonstrate their impact on student learning and education by addressing: How have you enhanced student learning and engagement? What teaching innovations or improvements have you implemented, and why? How do you promote interdisciplinary thinking? How do you incorporate experiential and collaborative learning? How have you contributed to a positive teaching culture? Applicants are encouraged to provide evidence to support their claims. Closing Date: The closing date for applications is 30 June 2026. Additional Information More information on the PCHD Department is available at: https://www.ntu.edu.sg/nie/about-us/academic-departments/psychology-and-child-human-development. For enquiries, please contact Ms Joey Lim at joey.lim@nie.edu.sg. Note to applicants Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Full-time or part-time (0.8) FTE, fixed term until December 2026 (with a possibility of extension subject to funding) Exciting opportunity to be a Finance Manager at the School of Rural Health, Dubbo/Orange, based at Dubbo, NSW Base Salary from $126,065 (pro-rata) + 17% superannuation About the opportunity The University of Sydney is seeking an experienced and strategic Finance Manager to provide financial leadership and operational support to the School of Rural Health (Dubbo/Orange). Deliver financial services aligned with strategic priorities, driving continuous improvement in financial processes, and actively contribute to shaping business decisions. They also provide authoritative financial guidance and risk management expertise and actively participate in the development and enhancement of finance-related policies and procedures. The Finance Manager works under broad direction, translating accountabilities into tasks to deliver against goals. They are a subject matter expert, provide sound advice and recommendations, resolve complex matters and escalated issues related to their responsibilities. Reporting to the School Manager and supporting the Head of Clinical School, the Finance Manager leads planning and operational committees, overseeing financial matters for the School of Rural Health's budget with increasing complexity and strategic importance. They manage the School of Rural Health's (Dubbo/Orange) reporting and compliance ensuring accurate information on university systems and adherence to work area requirements. The Finance Manager works in collaboration with other members of the leadership team and provides support to the School of Rural Health (SRH) in relation to their portfolio area. This position will work with other School staff to support and enhance rural research activity, student placements and multidisciplinary learning experiences in rural areas in accordance with the Rural Health Multidisciplinary Training (RHMT) Program parameters, Murray Darling Medical Schools Network (MDMSN) Program funding and Sydney Medical Program (SMP). This position ensures compliance with relevant legislative and regulatory controls and ensures a safe working environment for all staff and students in accordance with The University of Sydney policy. This position is located at Dubbo. Travel between Dubbo and Orange is a requirement of this position with infrequent travel to Sydney. It is an opportune time to make a lifestyle change and join Dubbo's thriving rural community. Dubbo, NSW is a vibrant regional centre that offers the benefits of space and a relatively laid-back lifestyle with the amenities of a major city. Home of the Aboriginal people of the Wiradjuri Nation, Dubbo connects and services a broad catchment population of 120,000 people in the Orana Region and has daily flights to several regional and metropolitan centres. Click on the link to see more about Dubbo https://www.dubbo.com.au/live. A relocation allowance will be available to the successful candidate. Your key responsibilities will be to: oversee financial matters for the School of Rural Health's budget deliver comprehensive financial services tailored to the needs of the School of Rural Health (Dubbo/Orange), aligning with Faculty strategic priorities contribute to shaping business decisions within the School of Rural Health (Dubbo/Orange) addressing financial capability and performance provide authoritative financial guidance and risk management across the School of Rural Health (Dubbo/Orange) participate in processes such as development and review of finance related policy and procedure, financial management initiatives and changes to practice engage and build strong stakeholder relationships across the rural clinical schools and faculty finance teams manage School of Rural Health's (Dubbo/Orange) reporting and compliance contribute to development of School of Rural Health's (Dubbo/Orange) budgets ensuring expenditure aligns with approval financial plans for the work area coordinate and consolidate financial reports for the School of Rural Health's (Dubbo/Orange) Programs required for the Rural Clinical Schools manage staff within the portfolio undertakes ad-hoc projects and other activities. About you CPA or CA accreditation is required equivalent combination of training and experience significant experience in budget development and reporting demonstrated experience in financial investigative processes experience with costing and quality control experience working in a large and complex organisation experience in financial planning and analysis experience interpreting and applying accounting standards demonstrated experience in supervision, training mentoring and performance management of staff; and experience managing and resolving a diverse range of HR issues demonstrated experience working both independently and in a team environment, taking initiative and exercising sound judgement in resolving matters that may arise as part of normal daily work advanced computer skills including high level proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Excel, Email and a range of Internet applications compliance with the Public Health (COVID-19 Vaccination of Health Care Workers) Order 2021 current Driver's License. To keep our community safe, please be aware of our COVID safety precautions which form our conditions of entry for all staff, students and visitors coming to campus. Sponsorship / work rights for Australia You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment. Pre-employment checks and declarations Your employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all pre-employment or background checks required for the role in terms satisfactory to the University. Also, to meet the University's obligations under the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Eliminate Gender-Based Violence you will be asked to declare if you have been investigated for, or found to engaged in, sexual harm or gender-based violence in the course of previous employment or in a legal process. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment. As this position is located on an NSW Health site, it is a regulatory requirement to complete compulsory employment checks prior to starting in this position. For more information and instructions, please visit: NSW Health employment requirements EEO statement At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a university community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTQIA+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Platinum Employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion. How to apply Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply. For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Tuana Sanders, Administration Manager by email to tuana.sanders@sydney.edu.au or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact, Danielle Selinger, Recruitment Operations by email to danielle.selinger@sydney.edu.au © The University of Sydney The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. Click to view the Position Description for this role. Applications Close Monday 08 June 2026 11:59 PM