Research Fellow - Advanced Manufacture of Targeted Radiopharmaceuticals
The University of Queensland St Lucia Campus- Opening Date: Not Available
- Closing Date: 27-Sep-2024
- St Lucia Campus
- $110,365.29 - $130,765.78 + 17% Superannuation (Academic Level B)
- Develop an independent and/or team research program to achieve national recognition and impact in the research area.
- Produce quality research outputs consistent with discipline norms by publishing or exhibiting in national research journals, other appropriate refereed publications and conference publications, with a lead role in some outputs.
- Participate in or contribute as chief investigator role (often in conjunction with more experienced researchers) in applications for competitive research funding to support projects and activities, which includes actively seeking, obtaining and managing research funding.
- Work with colleagues in the development of joint research projects and applications for competitive research funding support.
- Contribute to progressing towards transfer of knowledge, technology and practices to research end users through translation, including commercialisation of UQ intellectual property.
- Review and draw upon best practice research methodologies.
- Demonstrate a track record of the effective supervision of Honours and Higher Degree by Research students.
- Demonstrate personal effectiveness in supervision and management and development of researcher capability and skill.
- Facilitate engagement opportunities for Higher Degree by Research supervisees.
- Effectively lead and develop supervisee performance and conduct by providing feedback, coaching, and professional development.
- Manage staff effectively throughout the employee lifecycle in accordance with University policy and procedures.
- Work to promptly resolve conflict and grievances when they arise in accordance with University policy and procedures.
- Completion of a PhD in health economics, in a discipline related to health, or in another related field.
- Demonstrated ability to conduct economic evaluations alongside clinical trials and using decision modelling.
- A developing reputation and track record of publications in reputed refereed journals and presenting at conferences.
- Evidence of successfully seeking external research funding.
- Experience in meaningful internal service roles in conjunction with active contributions to external activities.
- The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, criminal check, education check.
- Access to world-class facilities and equipment.
- Grant writing support.
- Greater research funding opportunities.
- Other forms of staff support and development.
- Recognition of prior service with other Australian universities.
- Up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave.
- 17.5% annual leave loading.
- Flexible working arrangements including hybrid on site/WFH options and flexible start/finish times.
- Genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process.
- Visa sponsorship may be available for this appointment.
- Relocation support package available for candidates relocating from interstate or overseas.
- Applications close 27/09/2024 at 11.00pm AEST (R-41961).
Research Fellow - Advanced Manufacture of Targeted Radiopharmaceuticals
Location: St Lucia Campus
Time Type: Full time
Posted On: Posted 4 Days Ago
Job Requisition ID: R-41961
Centre for the Business and Economics of Health
Full-time (100%), fixed-term position until December 2027
Base salary will be in the range $110,365.29 - $130,765.78 + 17% Superannuation (Academic Level B)
Based at our St Lucia Campus
About This Opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity for a Research Fellow to join the Centre for the Business and Economics of Health (CBEH) to deliver a health economics project as part of the ARC Research Hub for Advanced Manufacture of Targeted Radiopharmaceuticals (AMTAR).
The Centre for the Business and Economics of Health (CBEH) applies economics and business thinking to inform decisions for better health outcomes. Through priority-led research and thought leadership, CBEH researchers analyse critical issues and influence improvements across the range of settings in which health is produced. The Centre partners with leading health organisations and service providers to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and equity in healthcare systems, and reflects on the broader factors and behaviours that influence health. CBEH generates and disseminates credible new knowledge based on peer-reviewed science.
AMTAR is funded through the Australian Research Council Industrial Transformation Research Hub scheme. AMTAR aims to develop new technologies and establish a platform for smart-design, manufacture and quality assurance of targeted radiopharmaceuticals. AMTAR is a large consortium led by The University of Queensland in collaboration with the University of Sydney and national and international partners.
The successful candidate will work closely with industry and academic partners to apply translational health economic principles to improve patient access to value-based radiopharmaceuticals.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Research
- Develop an independent and/or team research program to achieve national recognition and impact in the research area.
- Produces quality research outputs consistent with discipline norms by publishing or exhibiting in national research journals, other appropriate refereed publications and conference publications, with a lead role in some outputs.
- Participate in or contribute as chief investigator role (often in conjunction with more experienced researchers) in applications for competitive research funding to support projects and activities, which includes actively seeking, obtaining and managing research funding.
- Work with colleagues in the development of joint research projects and applications for competitive research funding support.
- Contribute to progressing towards transfer of knowledge, technology and practices to research end users through translation, including commercialisation of UQ intellectual property.
- Review and draw upon best practice research methodologies.
- Supervision and Researcher Development
- Demonstrate a track record of the effective supervision of Honours and Higher Degree by Research students.
- Demonstrates personal effectiveness in supervision and management and development of researcher capability and skill.
- Facilitate engagement opportunities for Higher Degree by Research supervisees.
- Effective lead and develop supervisee performance and conduct by providing feedback, coaching, and professional development.
- Manage staff effectively throughout the employee lifecycle in accordance with University policy and procedures.
- Working to promptly resolve conflict and grievances when they arise in accordance with University policy and procedures.
This is a research focused position. Further information can be found by viewing UQ’s Criteria for Academic Performance.
About UQ
As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, and within an environment where interdisciplinary collaborations are encouraged.
At the core of our teaching remains our students, and their experience with us sets a foundation for success far beyond graduation. UQ has made a commitment to making education opportunities available for all Queenslanders, regardless of personal, financial, or geographical barriers.
As part of our commitment to excellence in research and professional practice in academic contexts, we are proud to provide our staff with access to world-class facilities and equipment, grant writing support, greater research funding opportunities, and other forms of staff support and development.
The greater benefits of joining the UQ community are broad: from being part of a Group of Eight university, to recognition of prior service with other Australian universities, up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, flexible working arrangements including hybrid on site/WFH options and flexible start/finish times, and genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process.
About You
- Completion of a PhD in health economics, in a discipline related to health, or in another related field.
- Demonstrated ability to conduct economic evaluations alongside clinical trials and using decision modelling.
- A developing reputation and track record of publications in reputed refereed journals and presenting at conferences.
- Evidence of successfully seeking external research funding.
- Experience in meaningful internal service roles in conjunction with active contributions to external activities.
The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, criminal check, education check.
Work Rights: Visa sponsorship may be available for this appointment.
Relocating from interstate or overseas? We will support you with the visa sponsorship process and a relocation support package.
Questions?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Haitham Tuffaha at h.tuffaha@uq.edu.au.
For application queries, please contact talent@uq.edu.au stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.
Want to Apply?
All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:
- Resume
- Cover letter responding to the ‘About You’ section
Other Information
UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.
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Applications close: 27/09/2024 at 11.00pm AEST (R-41961).