Research Fellow: Acute and Critical Care

• $110,145 to $130,811
• Fixed-term, part-time
• Kelvin Grove (hybrid option available)

• Reference number: 24210
• Term: Fixed-term, part-time (29 hrs per fortnight) basis, for two (2) years
• Remuneration: $130,347 to $154,804 pa (LEVB) (inclusive of $110,145 to $130,811 salary pa, 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading)
• Location: Kelvin Grove (hybrid option available)
• Open to: Applicants who have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of the fixed-term appointment. In support of our strategic priority of Indigenous Australian success, Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Please note that current staff wishing to be considered for secondment to this position must seek prior approval from their supervisor before submitting an application.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking a Research Fellow: Acute and Critical Care to join School of Nursing, Faculty of Health, Academic Division.

The appointee will work on a suite of research projects addressing clinically driven issues that are meaningful and a priority for the health service and consumers. The projects are collaborative in nature, involving researchers, clinicians, decision-makers, and consumers. The ideal candidate would have experience researching, evaluating and/or facilitating the development of complex interventions in an acute and/or critical care setting. They would be familiar with quantitative, qualitative, mixed-methods and/or participatory approaches to implementation.

We’re offering this role as a hybrid position as part of QUT’s commitment to embracing the opportunities created by a more virtual and connected world.

About us

QUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a 'real world' focus. We are an ambitious and collaborative institution that seeks to equip our students and graduates with the skills they will need in an increasingly disrupted and challenged world.

QUT’s School of Nursing produces highly regarded professional nurses through the full range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses from Bachelor to PhD. The School is well recognised for its outstanding research programs, with an excellent track record in competitive research funding, publications, and translation of research outcomes. Health services research is a priority for QUT and the real-world emphasis of Nursing’s research and the success of its world class researchers have had significant impacts on policy and practice..

What you need to succeed

Completion of, or progress towards a post graduate research qualification in nursing/midwifery or a related field (health services research, health economics, implementation science, epidemiology, public health).

Demonstrated experience researching, evaluating and/or facilitating the implementation of complex healthcare changes.

Demonstrated experience developing research proposals and writing reports, conference papers and peer-review articles.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work both as a team and independently.

Understanding of implementation science, evidence-based practice, knowledge translation, and quality improvement.

To be eligible for appointment to this role, you will possess the following:

Registered or registerable as a nurse/midwife with the Australian Health Professions Regulation Agency (or international equivalent), and additional certification required for ongoing clinical practice or clinical supervision (blue card, CPR, first aid, and full vaccination including an approved COVID19 vaccine).

Life at QUT

We're committed to building a culture that fosters connection between people and purpose. Beyond personal and professional fulfillment, a career at QUT offers:

• A healthy work-life balance with a blend of on-campus and off-campus work arrangements for applicable positions. 
• Competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation. 
• Generous maternity leave including primary carer parental leave of up to 26 weeks (including 17% super). 
• Stay healthy with Fitness Passport and enjoy discounted rates on private health insurance. 
• Leave loading of 17.5%. 
• Purchased Leave Scheme - up to 8 extra weeks. 
• Salary Packaging Scheme for additional superannuation contributions, vehicle leasing, and on-campus services such as childcare, parking, and gyms. 
• Numerous opportunities for professional development including leadership programs and workshops, and our study assistance scheme.
• Commitment to our Indigenous Australian staff through initiatives such as the Indigenous Australian Staff Network, Cultural and Ceremonial Leave, Staff Development Workshops, and representation on university committees.
• We see diversity and inclusion as our strengths. 
• Explore more benefits of life at QUT .

In support of our

Indigenous Australians Employment Strategy

, we aspire to an Indigenous Australian workforce participation of 3.6% and we encourage Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people to join us in pursuing a fulfilling career. 

We believe in creating safe spaces for inclusivity to flourish and we know that diversity is our strength –

see our commitment

. If you’re curious, innovative, and ready to experience what a career at QUT can offer, we’re ready to meet you.  

Job opens: 12-Mar-2024

Applications Close: 25-Mar-2024 at 11.30pm

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