Post-doctoral research fellow (PACE-RURAL project)

15 May 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY

Research Field

Educational sciences

Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)

Country

Australia

Application Deadline

13 Jun 2024 - 00:00 (UTC)

Type of Contract

To be defined

Job Status

Full-time

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

• Part time contract until 08-Apr-2027
  




• Be part of a team implementing a pathway of care for people with chronic musculoskeletal conditions living in rural, regional and remote Australia using allied telehealth
  




• Base Salary starting from $ 118, 390 + 17% superannuation (Pro Rata)
  

About the opportunity
The Faculty of Health Sciences is the largest health sciences faculty in Australia, consisting of seven disciplines, five research themes (plus 3 cross-cutting themes), and four research centres. The School of Health Sciences is known for world-leading health sciences education and research. Our research ranks 'well above world class' (Excellence in Research for Australia level 5) and we rank 33rd in the world for health (T.H.E. World University Rankings 2015/16).
The university seeks to employ a Level B Post Doctoral Researcher, this position is ideally suited to a clinician researcher with an interest in musculoskeletal conditions. The position will work with a national team, implementing a Pathway of care for people with chronic musculoskeletal conditions living in RURAL, regional and remote Australia using allied telehealth (PACE-RURAL).
This project directly addresses the aims of this MRFF opportunity by implementing an evidence-based clinical Pathway of Care to improve health service delivery for people with chronic musculoskeletal conditions living in RURAL, regional and remote Australia (PACE-RURAL). The team is led by expert allied health clinician-researchers working directly in primary care and rural communities.
This role is based in Sydney on the Camperdown campus and may require travel to Northen NSW as needed however remote working may be implemented a required.
Your key responsibilities will be to:

• Conduct research to further the Faculty or School's research agenda
  




• develop and refine research skills and independent research under the supervision of more senior academic staff
  




• undertake administration primarily related to their activities at the University
  




• ethics, data access approval processes and data management
  




• stakeholder engagement
  




• data preparation and management of linked dataset
  




• manage recruitment from the NSW cluster
  




• collecting and analysing baseline assessment questionnaires
  




• establishing the national data base (REDcap) and assist project manager with lead ethics
  




• co-ordinate ethics between University of Sydney and the participating sites nationally.
  

About you

• PHD in relevant field
  




• demonstrated experience in data preparation, data management, and analysis of large, population-based linked administrative health datasets
  




• ability to work in a multidisciplinary academic team, and independently as required
  




• high-level planning and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise multiple tasks and set and meet deadlines
  




• experience in research project management and ethics applications
  




• documented and proven background in an allied health profession
  




• proven work experience as a clinician in relevant health field
  




• proven experience as a clinical researcher within allied health
  




• strong stakeholder communication skills dealing with allied health professionals and/ or clinicians
  




• expertise and experience in undertaking research related to health care systems, allied health and or rural and remote health.
  

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Sponsorship / work rights for Australia
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For a continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.
Australian Temporary Residents currently employed at the University of Sydney may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the reasons for the position.
Pre-employment checks
Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. 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.
EEO statement
At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through 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 LGBTIQ . We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
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Additional Information
Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY

Country

Australia

City

Camperdown

Where to apply

Website

https://www.timeshighereducation.com/unijobs/listing/372970/post-doctoral-resea…

Contact

City

Camperdown

STATUS: EXPIRED