Job no:509264
Work type:full time
Location:Geraldton
Categories:Health and Medical Sciences
School of Allied Health
Western Australian Centre for Rural Health
- Great opportunity for a passionate public health medicine registrar looking to grow their career in public health, research and rural and Aboriginal health by working in rural Australia
- Position is based in Geraldton, Western Australia
- Full time and 12 month fixed term appointment (with potential for extension)
- Salary range: Level B $102,983 - $121,864 p.a. plus 17% superannuation
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked amongst the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research-intensive universities. With an enviable research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to ‘innovate and inspire’ there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top University.
About the team
The WA Centre for Rural Health (WACRH) is one of 17 Commonwealth-funded University Departments of Rural Health (UDRH) in Australia, and is located in the Midwest and Pilbara regions of Western Australia.
WACRH’s mission is to collaborate in: (i) the promotion and preparation of students for health careers in a rural setting; (ii) innovative rural learning opportunities of students, health professionals and the community; and (iii) rigorous applied research and knowledge translation aimed at optimising the health and wellbeing of rural communities.
About the opportunity
This role at WACRH’s Geraldton office is an accredited training position of the Australasian Faculty of Public Health Medicine (AFPHM), funded by the Specialist Training Program administered by the Royal Australasian College of Physicians. Your placement can be developed to meet your learning needs, which can include research and evaluation, health promotion, Aboriginal health and creative learning opportunities working directly with communities and a range of stakeholders including health services.
You may have an opportunity to work collaboratively with the Geraldton Public Health Unit and there are opportunities to undertake work in more remote locations as part of the placement.
This is an exciting opportunity to undertake accredited public health medicine training, working in Geraldton, Western Australia , a large regional centre in Western Australia that enjoys excellent climate and cultural, educational and recreational facilities. If you are looking to relocate to Geraldton, the University will be able to contribute toward the cost of your relocation.
The Western Australian Centre for Rural Health (WACRH) is a dynamic, multi-disciplinary academic centre working to improve the health of rural, remote and Indigenous people through a unique collaboration of all five Western Australian universities. It has a strong collaborative ethos and a population health focus with an interest in a research, knowledge exchange and policy.
To be considered for this role, you will demonstrate:
- General Medical Registration with the Medical Board of Australia
- Post graduate medical work experience
- MPH degree (or equivalent) that satisfies the AFPHM compulsory core discipline areas and/or acceptance into the public health medicine training program by the Australasian Faculty of Public Health Medicine, Royal Australian College of Physicians
- Interest in public health, rural and Aboriginal health, infectious diseases, non-communicable disease control and epidemiology
- Report writing skills and ability to meet deadlines
- Attention to detail and an understanding of the importance of producing quality data
- Interest in working to improve the health of vulnerable and marginalised populations, including through policy and social interventions
Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description: 509264.pdf
For further information regarding the position please contact: Prof. Sandra Thompson, 08 9956 0200 or 0407 592 740.
Closing date: Friday, 22 April 2022
This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
Our commitment to inclusion and diversity
UWA is committed to a diverse workforce. We celebrate inclusion and diversity and believe gender equity is fundamental to achieving our goal of being a top 50 university by 2050.
- We have child friendly areas on campus, including childcare facilities. Flexible work arrangements, part-time hours and job sharing will all be considered.
- UWA has been awarded Bronze Employer Status for being a Top Ten Employer for LGBTI Inclusion by the Australian Workplace Equity Index (AWEI -2021).
- UWA has also been awarded Athena Swan Bronze Accreditation in 2020.
Advertised:24 Mar 2022 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close:22 Apr 2022 11:55 PM W. Australia Standard Time