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Closing: 11-Sep-2024
Expired
Job Summary
Dates
- Opening Date: Not Available
- Closing Date: 11-Sep-2024
Location
- St Lucia Campus
Salary
- Base salary will be in the range $98,582 - $102,349 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 7)
Responsibilities
- Provide specialist immunisation advice to UQ management, employees and students, in line with University immunisation policies and Queensland Health policy and the Australian Immunisation Handbook.
- Verify and assess immunisation evidence provided by UQ students and employees, communicate with medical practitioners and relevant others regarding vaccine regimes and the required evidence to be able to verify immunisation status, and undertake vaccination data entry tasks as required, ensuring that records are maintained to ensure compliance with statutory, organisational and ethical requirements.
- Maintain, review and develop University immunisation procedures and documentation as required, and contribute to the upkeep and maintenance of a range of databases within the Health, Safety and Wellness Division.
- Provide accurate clinical information to employees and students when requested, e.g. vaccination, infection control information.
- Compile and distribute reports on the immunisation status of students and employees (both groups and individuals) to relevant internal stakeholders.
- Liaise and communicate with a range of stakeholders including student placement and academic administration staff, supervisors of staff, health safety and wellness staff, management committees, and external healthcare providers.
- Participate in health, safety and wellness advisory activities appropriate to role, as well as training and requirements of the Health, Safety and Wellness Division.
Requirements
- Current AHPRA registration and a degree with at least four years subsequent relevant experience as a Registered Nurse, in the field of immunisation, occupational health, public health or travel medicine, with a Nurse Immuniser qualification or equivalent.
- Detailed knowledge of staff and student immunisation and OHS administrative requirements in relation to the University’s Policies and Procedures, Queensland Health policy, and the Australian Immunisation Handbook.
- Proven ability to independently apply professional judgement and discretion across a broad and complex range of health information and policy to make effective decisions, whilst maintaining student and staff confidentiality.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including other medical practitioners and Queensland Health specialist services, both in writing and verbally, whilst maintaining strong working relationships with key stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to problem solve and work collaboratively to create robust and efficient processes that also adapt and align with changing health policy.
- Demonstrated experience in the effective supervision and training of staff.
- Experience in writing, maintaining, and reviewing immunisation procedures, documentation and reports.
- Previous experience with Microsoft Office suite and demonstrated ability to quickly learn healthcare and other data systems.
- Significant experience within a university or large complex organisational environment is desirable.
- Work Rights: You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
- Mandatory Immunisations: It is a condition of employment for this role that you will be required to provide evidence of immunisation against certain vaccine preventable diseases.
- Background Checks: All final applicants for this position may be asked to consent to a criminal record check. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.
- AHPRA Registration: It is a requirement of this position that the incumbent holds and maintains full AHPRA registration.
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 including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, 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
- For more information about this opportunity, please contact Dr Peter Mcgarry via p.mcgarry@uq.edu.au. For application queries, please contact talent@uq.edu.au stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.
- 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.
- We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to talent@uq.edu.au for accessibility support or adjustments.
Closing: 11-Oct-2024
Expired
Job Summary
Dates
- Opening Date: Not Available
- Closing Date: 11-Oct-2024
Location
- Kessels Rd, Nathan QLD, Australia
Salary
- Annual stipend of $33,480 (indexed) for a period of up to three years of full-time study.
Responsibilities
- Examine the effectiveness of the monoclonal antibody nirsevimab against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infection and hospitalisation in infants.
- Consider the impact and effectiveness of nirsevimab.
- Evaluate the cost-effectiveness of nirsevimab at the population level.
Requirements
- Hold a bachelor’s degree with first-class honours or a master’s degree in biostatistics, epidemiology, or a closely related area.
- Experience in conducting statistical analyses using Stata, R, or similar analytical software.
- Completed or expect to complete a bachelor's degree with honours equivalent to first class honours or a Masters degree (AQF Level 9) with a significant research component.
Benefits
- Annual stipend of $33,480 (indexed) for a period of up to three years of full-time study.
- Opportunity to study with a University that ranks among the top 2% worldwide.
- Support for professional and personal development of HDR candidates.
Notes
- The position is open to domestic candidates only.
- Expressions of interest must be submitted via email, not through the 'APPLY' button.