Health equity Jobs at Australian Universities

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.

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Dates

Opening Date: Not Available
Closing Date: 29-Sep-2024

Location

Herston Campus

Salary

Not Available

Responsibilities

Make a positive contribution to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ health and wellbeing.
Work with communities and the community-controlled health sector to achieve equitable health and wellbeing for First Nations peoples.
Deliver high-impact research for and with First Nations peoples.
Contribute to existing research programs and explore new directions.
Engage in qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-method research.

Requirements

Must be Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander as a genuine occupational requirement under s25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld).
Evidence to confirm status as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander is required.
Must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment.
May be required to complete pre-employment checks, including right to work in Australia and education check.

Benefits

Access to world-class facilities and equipment.
Grant writing support.
Greater research funding opportunities.
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.

Notes

Interviews have been tentatively scheduled for Friday, 18th October 2024.
Relocation support package available for candidates relocating from interstate or overseas.

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Dates

Opening Date: Not Available
Closing Date: 20-Oct-2024

Location

Hawthorn campus, Swinburne University of Technology

Salary

Not Available

Responsibilities

Support ongoing research projects by conducting tasks such as data collection, analysis, literature reviews, and project administrative duties.
Contribute to advancing knowledge in health literacy, co-design, and health equity.
Participate in various research activities and training programs.
Continuously develop expertise in scholarly research and professional practices.

Requirements

Experience in statistical/quantitative analysis using software packages such as SPSS, STATA or R.
Experience in conducting qualitative research, analysis, and use of software programs such as NVivo.
Experience in psychometric research.
A passion for public health and to improve health and equity among communities that experience inequities.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary environment.
Bachelor of Public Health or Bachelor of Psychology or related undergraduate degree (preferably a Masters for Research Assistant).
PhD in Public Health or related area (for Research Fellow).

Benefits

Flexible working options contained in our leave and parenting/carer policies to support work-life balance.

Notes

Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children Check.
Candidates will only be contacted at the end of the advertising period.

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Dates

Opening Date: Not Available
Closing Date: 04-Nov-2024

Location

Hawthorn campus, Swinburne University of Technology

Salary

Stipend of $33,500 per annum

Responsibilities

Join a team at the cutting-edge of public health research.
Generate transformative research initiatives that enhance health and equity.
Evaluate the first 10 years of the implementation of the Ophelia process.
Conduct systematic reviews of validity evidence of health literacy development questionnaires.
Explore new ways for national governments to express the use and usefulness of health literacy measurements.
Understand and operationalise co-design of public health interventions to improve health equity.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree honours and/or a research master’s degree in a relevant discipline.
IELTS or equivalent with a minimum overall score of 6.5 and no individual band score below 6.0.
Skills and willingness to undertake evaluation and experimental research.
Proficiency in data analysis techniques using qualitative software (e.g., NVivo) and/or statistical programs (e.g., R, Stata).
Strong social and adaptive communication skills.

Benefits

Fully funded 3-year PhD scholarships.
Flexible working options to support work-life balance.

Notes

Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children Check.
For more information, contact Richard Osborne at globalhealthandequity@swin.edu.au.

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Dates

Opening Date: 28-Aug-2024
Closing Date: 18-Sep-2024

Location

Kensington, NSW

Salary

Level A Academic $110,059 + 17% super + annual leave loading

Responsibilities

Joining the Population Child Health Clinical Research Group at UNSW's School of Clinical Medicine
Enhancing research quality and funding to improve child and adolescent health globally
Emphasizing mixed methods implementation evaluation of paediatric healthcare models
Contributing to the PEACH study and the MRFF-funded Transition Compass study
Reporting to the Professor and Head of the Research Group

Requirements

PhD in health-services research, public health, or children’s health
Experience in qualitative research methods and basic statistical analysis
Commitment to staying updated with discipline knowledge and developments
Ability to undertake high-quality academic research independently
Track record of publications and conference presentations
Experience in submitting ethics and research governance applications
Understanding of basic equity-based research
Initiative, problem-solving skills, and ability to work independently and in a team
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Organisational skills, time management, and attention to detail
Previous research/administrative experience
Commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives, values, and relevant policies
Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and training

Benefits

Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas period
Access to lifelong learning and career development
Progressive HR practices
Discounts and entitlements
Affordable on-campus parking

Notes

Australian Working Rights or Australian Citizenship required
Visa sponsorship not available
Pre-employment checks required: Criminal Records Check, Qualifications Check, Working with Children Check NSW or willingness to obtain one

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