Position Number: 0065743
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time (1.0 FTE), part-time of at least 0.6FTE would be considered; Fixed-term for 2 years
Faculty: Faculty of Medicine Dentistry and Health Sciences
Department/School: Centre for Health Policy, Melbourne School of Population and Global Health
Salary: Level B - $119,231 - $141,581 p.a. plus 17% super
Level C - $146,050 - $168,403 p.a. plus 17% super
- Shape policy reform for better health outcomes
- Apply now to drive innovative research that enhances the lives of people with disabilities
- Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.
The University of Melbourne
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Your next career opportunity
As a Research Fellow/Senior Research Fellow at the Disability and Health Unit, you'll contribute to groundbreaking research aimed at improving the health of people with disabilities. You'll have the opportunity to work on major projects like CRE-AHEAD and RAY, analysing complex datasets and shaping policies. Your work will directly impact the lives of people with disabilities, advancing their health and wellbeing through evidence-based research and policy reform. Applicants with disability are encouraged to apply.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Lead Quantitative Research: Design and conduct analyses using large, complex datasets like PLIDA and HILDA to address key research questions.
- Produce High-Quality Publications: Author peer-reviewed papers, reports, and policy briefs to disseminate research findings.
- Secure Research Funding: Lead and contribute to writing competitive grant proposals and funding applications.
- Mentor and Supervise: Guide Honours, Masters, and PhD students, as well as early career researchers.
- Collaborate and Communicate: Work with multidisciplinary teams and present findings to diverse stakeholders.
You may be a great fit if:
You are a skilled quantitative social scientist with a PhD in a relevant field, demonstrating advanced analytical abilities, a strong publication record, and a genuine commitment to improving outcomes for people with disabilities through inclusive, collaborative research.
You may also:
- Possess advanced skills in statistical analysis and software (e.g., Stata or R).
- Have experience with causally focused epidemiological or econometric methods.
- Demonstrate a track record of attracting research funding.
- Show commitment to disability-inclusive research practices.
- Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Possess experience or capacity to supervise postgraduate students.
- Have lived experience as a person with a disability (desirable).
- Understand Australian disability policy (desirable).
For further information please refer to the attached PD.
What we offer you!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:
- Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
- Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance
- Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
- Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program
- Comprehensive career development and training, plus a 25% discount on UniMelb graduate courses for your immediate family members!
For more information check out our benefits page!
Your new team – “Melbourne School of Population and Global Health”
The Melbourne School of Population and Global Health (MSPGH) is a respected leader in the field of public health education, research and knowledge exchange.
MSPGH was established in 2001 as the first school of its kind in Australia with a vision to make a difference in the population and public health sphere - building on the substantial assets of our University to advance public health in communities nationally and internationally - with a strong focus on Indigenous peoples.
Since its inception, the School has grown rapidly in size, scope and reputation and has consistently attracted leading academics and researchers who bring globally leading skills, insights and expertise. We continue to attract increasing levels of competitive funding from governments and from a range of renowned philanthropic organisations and individuals.
The quality of MSPGH research is confirmed by the Academic Ranking of World Universities within which the University of Melbourne maintains its place as the top-ranked Australian university. The ARWU Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2023 placed the University 16th in the world for Public Health and first in Australia. Our researchers regularly have work published in prestigious titles including The Lancet, Nature, The New England Journal of Medicine and the JAMA. The School is strongly engaged internationally with key collaborations including the World Health Organization, Grand Challenges Canada, the Shanghai Centre for Disease Control, the Pasteur Institute and Department of Health in Vietnam, the Public Health Foundation of India and the International Association for Suicide Prevention.
Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, being a parent or having caring responsibilities.
The University of Melbourne is committed to fostering a barrier-free and inclusive recruitment process. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates throughout the application and interview stages, including accessible document formats and alternative application methods. To discuss your specific requirements, please feel free to contact Kim Groizard +61 3 9035 3218 or send an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments' to hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au. You can find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments on our Careers website: https://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.
For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring
If you are a member of an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community and would like any support, please feel free to contact our Indigenous Employment & Development team via email at oied-hr@unimelb.edu.au.
Working at the University – what you need to know
This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Join Us and unlock your career potential!
Is this the perfect opportunity for you? Apply today! Including the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
- The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description)
^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to http://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/selection-criteria
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Nick Petersen via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.
Position Description
