The Mental Health and Research team is responsible for the delivery of evidence-based innovative programs and initiatives that influence how Comcare meets its strategic intent to promote and enable safe and healthy work, including mentally healthy workplaces. The team, comprising both Mental Health and Research functions, engages collaboratively across the business and with external stakeholders to conduct and translate research to deliver a positive impact for the Scheme.
Overview of the Role The Assistant Director, Research and Engagement is responsible for leading and managing innovative initiatives and research programs for the Comcare scheme. The Assistant Director, Research and Engagement will ensure the utilisation of data and evidence-based approaches in the development, monitoring, evaluation, translation, and promotion of applied research.
The role has a strong focus on developing, managing and sustaining internal and external senior stakeholder relationships to ensure successful knowledge translation and achievement of outcomes that inform better practice across the scheme.
Qualifications and Experience Mandatory: Tertiary qualifications in research and/or relevant health field. Experience with research synthesis and data analysis, including use of SPSS, Qualtrics. Experience working within work health and safety and/or workers' compensation fields. Eligibility and Specific Conditions of Employment Character clearance (Australian Criminal History Check). Employee Health Declaration. Six months probationary period for new engagements. Specific Conditions:Intra and interstate travel is required including overnight absences. How to apply Please review the Job Information Pack below and provide a statement of claims with your responses outlining what you could bring to this position including your skills, experience and knowledge relevant to the job specific capabilities and role (maximum 2 pages).
Please note: The vacancy closes at 11:59pm, Australian Eastern Daylight Time (Canberra, Melbourne, Sydney time). If you experience any issues with submitting your application, please contact
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