• Based at Alfred Health in Melbourne
• Full-time and fixed term for 2 years
• Level B $108,804 - $128,689 + 17% Superannuation (pro rata, part time)

Who are we?

Deakin University stands as a beacon of pioneering research and innovation, deeply rooted in the heart of Australia. Our dedication to ground-breaking research initiatives is at the core of our identity, setting us apart as a hub for knowledge seekers and forward-thinking researchers. With a diverse, global community of scholars and a commitment to pushing the boundaries of knowledge, Deakin University offers an unparalleled platform for those who are passionate about exploring the frontiers of research. Join us on this exhilarating research journey, and let Deakin's spirit of inquiry and innovation become the driving force behind your own quest for discovery.

The Faculty of Health is dedicated to being at the forefront of teaching, learning, creating and social development and fostering cutting-edge research and discovery. The School of Nursing and Midwifery places high emphasis on research that makes a difference and is solution-led. We work closely with industry partners and the government to put findings into practice.

The Research Fellow will initiate and conduct research in clinical communication, patient safety, and knowledge translation. They are expected to contribute to the research output of the Deakin University-Alfred Health partnership.

As a Research Fellow, you will:

• Project manage the CONVEY study investigating clinical communication deficiencies, priorities, and interventions across health services to improve care and patient safety.
• Support, and may lead, applications for research, including applications for external competitive funding.
• Initiate, design, conduct and may lead interdisciplinary research collaborations, to enable breakthroughs in knowledge and understanding and solutions to complex problems.
• Supervise honours and/or HDR students to enable timely completions and productive, high-quality outcomes, and provide effective mentoring to HDR students to support professional and career development and employability.
• Communicate outputs to discipline(s) and the community and ensure impact of academic activity in the field and the community.
• Assist the implementation of local citizenship activities and contribute to effectiveness as influencer.

To be successful, you’ll have:

• PhD in a health discipline and/or other relevant qualifications and experience
• Experience in qualitative and co-design methods
• Emerging reputation in research and scholarship through publications
• Success in obtaining external research funding
• Capacity to contribute to leadership of research and administration

Here's how to apply: 

Please submit your updated resume, a short cover letter and responses to the Key Selection Criteria.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Tracey Bucknall (Deakin Distinguished Professor and Chair in Nursing, Alfred Health) on tracey.bucknall@deakin.edu.au

For a copy of the position description, please see below:  PD - Research Fellow Alfred Health.pdf

Applications for this position close on Thursday 4 July 2024 at 11.55pm.

Why work with us?

At Deakin you will have access to benefits such as a variety of leave options including generous parental leave and the ability to purchase additional leave; flexible working arrangements to help manage your work-life balance; ongoing learning and development opportunities to grow your career; an inclusive and supportive culture and environment to work in, both online and on campus.

Are You Ready?

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.