Position Title:
Aboriginal Research Officer (50D)
Position No:
00013747
Work Type:
Fixed Term - Full Time
Unit/Directorate:
Mental Health Public Health and Dental Services (MHPHDS) - Research and Evaluation
Location:
Dental Health Services - Broome with extensive travel throughout the Kimberley region
Do you want to be a part of a team that promotes and improves the health of its people and community?
Are you looking for an organisation that listens to what you have to say, supports flexible working arrangements, health and wellbeing and is focused on engagement and culture?
Then look no further.
This is a Fixed Term Full Time appointment until 31 December 2028.
North Metropolitan Health Service (NMHS) fosters an environment of equity and inclusion and strives to ensure everyone experiences a sense of belonging.
We celebrate the rich diversity of our community and are committed to recruiting a team that is reflective of those we care for.
We encourage anyone who aligns with our values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, Innovation and Care to apply for this role.
NMHS is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of our Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing Strategy.
Pursuant to Section 50d of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, the occupant of this position must be of Aboriginal descent.
NMHS upholds the social model of disability.
If you have any access needs or require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact Susan Piggott by phone 0459 676 842 or email ******.
About this role
This role assists the Senior Dental Research Officer in undertaking research projects and support engagement with Aboriginal communities.
Assists in participant recruitment and in the provision of dental treatment to study participants.
Acts as liaison between research investigators and Aboriginal communities with respect to the research project.
This role reports to the Senior Dental Research Officer.
What we are looking for
Highly capable and values-driven Research Officer to join our dynamic Research and Evaluation team.
You will be a driven and innovative individual whose actions, interactions and partnerships achieve high quality patient care.
You will have the opportunity to embody the NMHS Values and make a real difference by providing safe quality care through expertise and teamwork.
While your qualifications and experience tell us part of your story, your values and attitude speak louder still.
At NMHS, we aim to ensure our behaviours reflect our core values: Care, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork and Integrity.
During the selection process, you will be assessed on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of this position while upholding our values.
What we offer
In addition to the great salary, our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits:
11.5% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice.
Generous salary packaging
Diverse and inclusive culture
Discounted public transport
A smoke free environment
Flexible leave arrangements
Paid study leave
Flexible working arrangements
Continuous learning
Professional and location-based allowance
NMHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work options, where operationally appropriate.
Want to know more about this role?
We encourage you to contact Susan Piggott, Senior Dental Research Officer on 0459 676 842.
Ready to join our team?
Applicants are required to apply online so allow enough time to complete the online application process and attach your documentation.
If you experience difficulties, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.
Your application should include:
A comprehensive CV that clearly shows your experience relevant to this role.
The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees.
It is preferable for one of your referees to be your current supervisor or manager.
Eligibility to Apply:
Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector.
To be eligible for a fixed term or casual appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period of the contract.
Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the health service.
In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process.
Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.
Lodgement is system generated.
Any submissions after or on, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted.
We look forward to receiving your application.
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