Research Fellow – ARC Laureate Planetary Health Equity Hothouse
Australian National University (ANU) Canberra / ACT, ACT, Australia, 2601
Dates
- Opening Date: Not Available
- Closing Date: 08-Sep-2024
Location
- Canberra / ACT, ACT, Australia, 2601
Salary
- $112,916 – $128,026 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Responsibilities
- Contribute to the successful delivery of an ARC Laureate Fellowship and world class research initiative: The Planetary Health Equity Hothouse.
- Work closely with the ARC Laureate Fellow, Professor Sharon Friel, and collaborate with a dedicated team of interdisciplinary researchers, PhD students, and visiting fellows.
- Examine the political economy of the global consumptogenic system and study the interests, ideas, and institutions involved in governing planetary health equity.
- Identify innovative governance approaches to enable the development of intersectoral policy and business practices that advance planetary health equity.
Requirements
- PhD degree combining political studies and population health.
- Relevant research experience in the social/commercial/planetary determinants of health equity.
- Demonstrated experience in conducting original research and scholarly writing/publications.
- Project management experience.
- Proficiency in software including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Endnote, NVivo, and Twitter.
- Outstanding research skills and a drive to influence policy and practice related to planetary health equity.
- Attention to detail and ability to work in a team.
Benefits
- Supportive and world class work environment that nurtures academic career development.
- Opportunity to work with world-class researchers and build networks across diverse disciplinary and sectoral expertise.
- Generous remuneration and conditions, including 17% superannuation and a range of benefits.
Notes
- The successful candidate must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process.
- An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.
Dates
- Opening Date: 05-Sep-2024
- Closing Date: 03-Oct-2024
Location
- Parkville, Victoria, Australia
Salary
- UOM 8 – $119,742 - $129,607 (Pro-rata) p.a. plus 17% super
Responsibilities
- Oversee and enhance sustainable healthcare education, research, and engagement within MDHS.
- Coordinate sustainability initiatives across the University of Melbourne.
- Lead the development of innovative sustainability programs.
- Contribute to the University's transition to a sustainable healthcare model.
- Engage with students across the MDHS Faculty in the fields of healthcare sustainability, climate change and planetary health.
- Provide expert project management, delivering on Faculty and Chancellery initiatives, in collaboration with Faculty Directors, School Managers and Faculty leadership.
- Manage the development and implementation of project plans to stated objectives.
- Report in detail what teaching and learning capacity is occurring in healthcare sustainability, climate change, and planetary health within MDHS, and recommend suggestions for enhancing such teaching programs.
- Develop with the A/Dean Healthcare Sustainability and other MDHS Staff an MDHS Sustainability Plan.
Requirements
- Undergraduate qualification in a relevant area such as healthcare and/or environmental science (Masters preferred, but not essential).
- Demonstrated ability to deliver complex projects, or sets of projects and initiatives.
- Demonstrated ability to make complex judgments and decisions and provide recommendations for resolution.
- Demonstrated ability to perform quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis under a range of research methodologies.
- Ability to act relatively independently to drive sustainability changes within MDHS.
Benefits
- Salary packaging
- Subsidised health and wellbeing services
- Fitness and cultural clubs
- Myki discounts
- 25% discount on graduate courses for staff and their immediate families
- Generous leave provisions
Notes
- This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check.
- Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
- Interviews for this position will take place mid to late October.
Dates
- Opening Date: 05-Sep-2024
- Closing Date: 03-Oct-2024
Location
- Parkville, Victoria, Australia
Salary
- UOM 8 – $119,742 - $129,607 (Pro-rata) p.a. plus 17% super
Responsibilities
- Oversee and enhance sustainable healthcare education, research, and engagement within MDHS.
- Coordinate sustainability initiatives across the University of Melbourne.
- Lead the development of innovative sustainability programs.
- Contribute to the University's transition to a sustainable healthcare model.
- Engage with students across the MDHS Faculty in the fields of healthcare sustainability, climate change and planetary health.
- Provide expert project management, delivering on Faculty and Chancellery initiatives, in collaboration with Faculty Directors, School Managers and Faculty leadership.
- Manage the development and implementation of project plans to stated objectives.
- Report in detail what teaching and learning capacity is occurring in healthcare sustainability, climate change, and planetary health within MDHS, and recommend suggestions for enhancing such teaching programs.
- Develop with the A/Dean Healthcare Sustainability and other MDHS Staff an MDHS Sustainability Plan.
Requirements
- Undergraduate qualification in a relevant area such as healthcare and/or environmental science (Masters preferred, but not essential).
- Demonstrated ability to deliver complex projects, or sets of projects and initiatives.
- Demonstrated ability to make complex judgments and decisions and provide recommendations for resolution.
- Demonstrated ability to perform quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis under a range of research methodologies.
Benefits
- Salary packaging
- Subsidised health and wellbeing services
- Fitness and cultural clubs
- Myki discounts
- 25% discount on graduate courses for staff and their immediate families
- Generous leave provisions
Notes
- This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check.
- Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
- Interviews for this position will take place mid to late October.
Dates
- Opening Date: 02-Sep-2024
- Closing Date: 29-Sep-2024
Location
- Parkville, Victoria, 3010, Australia
Salary
- Level E - $226,517 p.a. plus 17% super
Responsibilities
- Ensure activities of the Melbourne Dental School align with the Advancing Health and Advancing Melbourne 2030 agenda.
- Translate the strategic agenda into meaningful work.
- Foster a values-based culture of innovation, inclusivity, and creativity.
- Enhance research performance of the Dental School and Faculty.
- Achieve excellence in teaching and research outcomes.
Requirements
- Visionary and strategic leadership skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with teams of academics and professionals.
- Ethical and insightful leadership qualities.
- Experience in aligning teams around a common purpose.
Benefits
- Initial five-year term appointment.
- Professorial appointment within the school.
- Opportunities to engage in research, teaching, and scholarly endeavors.
Notes
- For a confidential discussion, contact Marcus Engeman or Suzanne Reiger at Alumni Global.
Dates
- Opening Date: Not Available
- Closing Date: 08-Sep-2024
Responsibilities
- Promote, advise on, and develop new funding opportunities.
- Increase the rate of successful grant applications.
- Diversify funding sources.
- Contribute to achieving external research income targets.
- Build and foster strong relationships with external funding bodies and researchers.
- Work closely with Western’s Institutes, Schools and Research Services Team.
- Assist academics in identifying funding opportunities and securing funding.
- Provide expert advice on submission writing and collaborations.
- Develop best-practice processes and quality assurance mechanisms for international funding applications.
- Oversee peer-review panels across the University.
- Act as second-in-command within the Grants Team, providing mentorship and support.
Requirements
- Postgraduate qualification or progress towards completion.
- Extensive relevant experience in the research sector.
- Ability to manage and stay updated on global research funding opportunities.
- Experience in reading, critiquing complex funding documentation, and writing persuasively.
- Experience in developing partnerships with industry, government, and community agencies at a global level.
- Adept at analysing higher education policy trends and coordinating complex funding applications.
- Strong time management skills to meet deadlines.
Benefits
- Access to a range of development and networking opportunities.
- Comprehensive health insurance plans and wellness programs.
- Access to fitness facilities.
- Flexible working arrangements and generous leave entitlements.
- Access to on-site cafes, libraries, and recreational facilities.
Notes
- Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
- Only applications submitted via the WSU online recruitment system will be accepted.
Dates
- Opening Date: Not Available
- Closing Date: 14-Oct-2024
Location
- Caulfield campus
Salary
- $114,951 - $136,505 pa Level B (plus 17% employer superannuation)
Responsibilities
- Explore the dynamics of frontline workers' health and labour amidst natural disasters and the pandemic.
- Utilise econometric methods to dissect recruitment, retention, and health impacts.
- Guide policy decisions to safeguard frontline workers and address future workforce needs.
Requirements
- Strong econometric skills.
- A track record of publications in health and labour economics.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Excellent organisational and communication skills.
Benefits
- Access to quality research facilities and infrastructure.
- World-class teaching spaces.
- International collaboration opportunities.
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
Notes
- Position will commence in February/March 2025.
- Employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
Associate Director, Clinical Education Strategy & Risk
The University of Melbourne Parkville, Victoria, Australia
Dates
- Opening Date: 02-Sep-2024
- Closing Date: 29-Sep-2024
Location
- Parkville, Victoria, Australia
Salary
- Senior Manager 1 - Attractive salary p.a. + 17% super
Responsibilities
- Drive the strategic planning for clinical education across the Faculty MDHS by integrating University strategies, government policies and national and international benchmarks, with risk mitigation strategies identified through clinical education risk reporting processes
- Manage and maintain risk reporting and the MDHS clinical education risk register with transparent, responsive and timely strategic alignment.
- Ensure effective communication and support is provided to all clinical education support staff in Schools, and the Faculty.
Requirements
- A tertiary qualification or other comparable qualification, and/or extensive experience in a similar role at a senior level in the tertiary education sector
- Demonstrated ability to develop and implement strategic and operational plans and business process and systems improvement, to ensure the delivery of programs and services on time with enhanced service delivery outcomes
- Understanding of the disciplines and professions represented in the MDHS award courses (health care, population health and biomedical sciences) is highly desirable.
Benefits
- Salary packaging
- Subsidised health and wellbeing services
- Fitness and cultural clubs
- Myki discounts
- 25% discount on graduate courses to staff and their immediate families
- Generous leave provisions
Notes
- This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check.
- Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Dates
- Opening Date: 13-Sep-2024
- Closing Date: 25-Sep-2024
Location
- Kensington, Sydney, NSW
Salary
- Starting salary $110,073 plus generous superannuation and leave loading
Responsibilities
- Lead the administration team to coordinate general administration across UNSW IT delivering an efficient support service.
- Manage and direct workflows within the administrative team, providing guidance and training to the administrators and other relevant staff.
- Develop, implement and maintain systems and procedures to ensure a consistent approach for general administration and support, including document and records management, to ensure compliance with relevant policies and procedures.
- Manage resources in line with business plans; monitor and review staff performance.
- Provide expert advice and technical knowledge regarding administrative services to key stakeholders.
- Oversee finance activities for administration team, including but not limited to, purchasing administrative items, travel booking credit card reconciliation, expense reimbursements, payment for administrative items.
- Provide senior administrative support to steering committees and other meetings as required.
- Manage and support the delivery of projects, initiatives and other ad hoc programs as required.
- Manage, support and coach the IT Administration team, ensuring the CIO and Director needs are met.
- Develop and oversee the implementation and evaluation of administrative practices, systems and procedures to optimise efficiency and support the achievement of quality outcome.
- Align with and actively demonstrate the Code of Conduct and Values.
- Cooperate with all health and safety policies and procedures of the university and take all reasonable care to ensure that your actions or omissions do not impact on the psychosocial or physical health and safety of yourself or others.
Requirements
- Relevant tertiary qualification with subsequent relevant experience or equivalent competence gained through any combination of education, training and experience.
- Excellent time management and organisational skills, and the ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple tasks with competing deadlines.
- Demonstrated ability to supervise, influence and guide staff.
- Highly advanced interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.
- Demonstrated experience providing effective customer service and support to clients at all levels.
- Highly proficient computer literacy with excellent skills in Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to plan, organise and co-ordinate projects and tasks.
- An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
- Knowledge of health & safety (psychosocial and physical) responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training. Pre-employment checks required for this position.
Benefits
- Career development opportunities
- 17% Superannuation contributions and additional leave loading payments
- Additional 3 days of leave over December/January holiday period
- Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness)
Notes
- Sponsorship is not available for this role, valid Australian working rights are required on application.
- The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
Clinical Trials Research Governance Officer
The University of New South Wales (UNSW Sydney) Sydney, NSW
Dates
- Opening Date: 24-Sep-2024
- Closing Date: 07-Oct-2024
Location
- Sydney, NSW
Salary
- $110,073 - $119,132 (depending on experience) + 17% super + annual leave loading
Responsibilities
- Provide advanced clinical trials governance support to the Human Research Manager and the Director, Research Ethics Compliance.
- Oversee compliance and regulatory requirements for clinical trials in accordance with UNSW requirements.
- Facilitate the assessment, initiation, and continued monitoring of clinical trials.
- Contribute to strategic and operational projects across the Research Ethics Compliance Support office.
Requirements
- Relevant tertiary qualification and/or experience in clinical trials research governance.
- High-level understanding of codes and legislation related to clinical trials and research governance.
- Experience in safety monitoring and compliance reporting processes for clinical trials.
- Ability to analyze policies or guidelines to provide guidance to stakeholders.
- Advanced written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail.
- High-level organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and other relevant systems and applications.
- Understanding of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to training.
Benefits
- Hybrid/Flexible working arrangements including a 9-day fortnight.
- Full-time (35 hours week) | Continuing (permanent) role.
Notes
- Contact: Shiree Thomas - Talent Acquisition Consultant
- UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from diverse backgrounds are encouraged.
Postdoctoral Fellow - National Environmental Science Program
The University of New South Wales (UNSW Sydney) Sydney, NSW, Australia
Dates
- Opening Date: 03-Sep-2024
- Closing Date: 17-Sep-2024
Location
- Sydney, NSW, Australia
Salary
- Level A - $110k - $117k - plus 17% Superannuation and annual leave loading
Responsibilities
- Contribute independently or as a team member in collaborative research with a focus to enhance the quality of research outcomes in the discipline area.
- Conduct research (as per the norms of the discipline) and/or enable research teams to create scholarly output appropriate for the project that is recognised by peers.
- Undertake the development of stakeholder engagement state and nationally, translation of these discussions into useful guidance for government and policy makers around low-cost sensors and HEPA filters.
- Trouble shoot problems quickly and efficiently.
- Undertake specific research project/s under the guidance of a research leader and contribute to development of research activities.
- Support the dissemination of outcomes through appropriate channels and outlets.
- Undertake discipline-appropriate research activities, e.g. summarizing online content for the website using appropriate research methods.
- Participate in and/or present at conferences and/or workshops relevant to the project as required.
- Align with and actively demonstrate the UNSW Values in Action: Our Behaviours and the UNSW Code of Conduct.
- Cooperate with all health and safety policies and procedures of the university and take all reasonable care to ensure that your actions or omissions do not impact on the health and safety of yourself or others.
Requirements
- A PhD or Masters with 5+ years in industry in a related discipline, and/or relevant work experience.
- Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with discipline knowledge and developments.
- Demonstrated ability to undertake high quality academic research and conduct independent research with limited supervision.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships.
- Evidence of highly developed interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact with a diverse range of stakeholders and students.
- An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
- Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.
Benefits
- Part-time work (17.5 hours per week)
- Fixed Term – 25 months
- Opportunity to contribute to significant research projects
- Collaborative work environment with experienced researchers
Notes
- You should systematically address the selection criteria listed within the position description in your application.
- Please apply online - applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed.
Manager, Health, Safety and Wellness
The University of Queensland St Lucia Campus, with frequent visits to Long Pocket and Pinjarra Hills sites
Dates
- Opening Date: 30-Aug-2024
- Closing Date: 02-Sep-2024
Location
- St Lucia Campus, with frequent visits to Long Pocket and Pinjarra Hills sites
Salary
- Base salary will be in the range $111,154.58 - $124,619.84 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 8)
Responsibilities
- Supporting UQ health, safety, and wellness governance and consultative mechanisms.
- Developing, managing, and maintaining UQ's HSW management system.
- Facilitating risk management processes and conducting risk assessments.
- Developing and delivering health, safety, and wellness programs.
- Monitoring health, safety, and wellness performance and providing advice.
- Conducting incident investigations and supporting preventative measures.
- Engaging with regulators and stakeholders, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Managing chemical inventories, biosafety, and providing safety advice for procurement and equipment design.
Requirements
- Postgraduate qualifications in either occupational health and safety, chemical engineering, chemistry, science or related field and extensive relevant experience and/or equivalent combination of relevant education/training and professional experience.
- Thorough understanding of the principles and legislation related to work health and safety, and a demonstrated capacity to design and implement policy or procedures regarding legislation, standards and codes (e.g. Biosecurity Act, the Drugs and Poisons Regulation, and relevant Codes of Practice and Australian/NZ Standards).
- Demonstrated high level interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
- Ability to influence teams in a constructive, outcomes-focused manner, and to work collaboratively with management, peers, team members and client groups in the promotion of positive HSW culture and good laboratory practice.
- Demonstrated achievement of personal involvement in driving significant positive health, safety and wellness related outcomes across an organisation.
- Significant experience in work health and safety, and wellness management practices and programs in a university or large government setting.
- Substantial experience of workplace health and safety-related practices relevant to the risk types found at the School of Chemical Engineering.
- Experience in the use of a wide range of computer applications in a networked environment.
- RPEQ registration, or being prepared to register, would be highly regarded.
Benefits
- 26 weeks paid parental leave or 26 weeks paid primary caregiver leave
- 17% superannuation contributions
- 17.5% annual leave loading
- Access to flexible working arrangements including purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight
- Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family
- UQ Study for Staff
- On campus childcare options
- Cheap parking (from just $5.75 a day)
- Salary packaging options
Notes
- The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks including: right to work in Australia, mandatory immunisations, first aid and/or CPR certification, etc.
Dates
- Opening Date: 13-Sep-2024
- Closing Date: 01-Oct-2024
Location
- St Lucia Campus
Salary
- Base salary will be in the range $98,582.63 - $107,349.47 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 7)
Responsibilities
- Provide oversight and management of the laboratory and office areas.
- Manage the use of office space and desk allocation for the floor.
- Interact with the various facilities staff from the individual Research Groups and the Facilities and other Floor Managers to coordinate activities.
- Coordinates and manage the process for building repairs / alterations and requests, including coordinating the installation of building services such as power points, gas outlets.
- Coordinates and manages infrastructure, assets, research equipment, communal work areas and inventory, including conducting stocktakes, audits, procurement, coordinating repair/works and managing other relevant processes.
- Acts as Floor Warden (floor or building), Laser Safety Officer, Workplace Health and Safety Coordinator (WHSC) and/or First Aid Officer and advises/trains staff on HSW and other legislated responsibilities.
- Participates in the local workplace health and safety committee.
- Conduct workplace audits and risk assessments to identify hazards and unsafe workplace conditions and work practices and determines and monitors the implementation of appropriate corrective/control measures.
- Provide inductions, training on specialised equipment/chemical handling and other relevant training for staff, visitors and contractors.
- Train and supports research staff with documentation for OGTR, Ethics, DAFF.
- Maintain records of AIBN equipment, building occupants and chemicals.
- Management of central AIBN laboratory equipment, including scheduling, supply of consumables, ensuring correct use of instrumentation, providing training and servicing.
- Act as liaison between the research staff and the Institute’s Infrastructure Manager and the HSW Manager, including providing after-hours contact and support.
- Monitor the use of laboratory space and provide advice to the Infrastructure Manager on space utilisation.
- Facilitate the implementation of testing regimes RCD, Biosafety cabinets, fume cupboards etc.
- Coordinates the use of common areas and resources (eg. laboratory wash-up area and laboratory supplies).
- Coordinate infrastructure requirements to accommodate the installation of complex scientific equipment.
- Coordinates of the research support activities on each floor and ensuring their smooth running with streamlined efficiency.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree (Honours) in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemical Engineering, or a related field, OR an equivalent combination of relevant education, training, and experience.
- Broad scientific and technical knowledge, including specialist knowledge in Molecular Biology, Chemistry, or Biochemical Engineering.
- Experience in a research environment with a minimum of 2 years in a similar role.
- Experience in staff supervision, as well as developing and implementing policies and procedures.
- Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and electronic equipment, with a methodical approach to problem-solving.
- Effective written and oral communication skills, with the ability to work efficiently and organise tasks under pressure with excellent attention to detail.
- Demonstrated ability to liaise with diverse stakeholders, including research staff and students, and contribute to laboratory operations.
- Strong capacity for forward planning, task prioritisation, and meeting deadlines.
- Ability to interpret and apply relevant legislation in work situations.
Benefits
- 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave.
- 17% superannuation contributions.
- 17.5% annual leave loading.
- Access to flexible working arrangements.
- Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family.
- UQ Study for Staff.
- On campus childcare options.
- Cheap parking (from just $5.75 a day).
- Salary packaging options.
Notes
- The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, criminal check, education check, mandatory immunisations, first aid and/or CPR certification etc.
- Work Rights: You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
Dates
- Opening Date: 13-Sep-2024
- Closing Date: 10-Oct-2024
Location
- Sydney, NSW
Salary
- $100k - $119k plus 17% Superannuation and annual leave loading
Responsibilities
- Assist the School of Chemistry with the implementation of health, safety and environment management systems.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation to minimize risks and prevent injuries.
- Develop a comprehensive School-wide health and safety action plan.
- Implement UNSW HSE systems and facilitate transitions between systems.
- Coordinate audits and updates of the School’s chemical inventory.
- Lead and monitor the implementation of UNSW’s Health, Safety and Environment policies.
- Document and identify risks related to first aid provision in the School.
- Provide administrative management and support for electronic health, safety and environment systems.
- Conduct regular laboratory and office inspections for compliance.
- Ensure health, safety and environment issues are reported and corrective actions are addressed.
- Provide inductions, training, and presentations related to health, safety and environment.
- Coordinate incident investigations and analyze health, safety and environment incident trends.
Requirements
- A tertiary qualification in Science, Engineering, Medicine or a related discipline.
- Experience in the safe use, handling, storage and disposal of hazardous substances.
- Experience in WHS in a scientific laboratory environment.
- Sound knowledge of health and safety legislation and Australian Standards.
- Ability to research, advise on and resolve health and safety technical issues.
- Advanced IT skills for administering electronic health, safety and environment software systems.
- Highly developed written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to consult, influence and build strong relationships for compliance.
- Understanding of UNSW’s aims, objectives and values.
- Knowledge of health & safety responsibilities and commitment to training.
Benefits
- 17% Superannuation
- Annual leave loading
- Full-time position (35 hours per week)
- Opportunity to work in a leading research and teaching university
- Collaborative work environment with stakeholders.
Notes
- Applications close: October 10th, 2024
- Informal queries can be directed to Nick Konstandaras at n.konstandaras@unsw.edu.au.