Research Fellow (Health Technology Assessment)The University of MelbourneAustralia, VicPosition Number: 0062930
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time (Part-time options will be considered by negotiation); Fixed-term for 12 months
Faculty: Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences
School: Melbourne School of Global and Population Health
Salary: Academic Level B – $119,231 – $141,581 p.a. plus 17% super
About the Role
This position with M-VAC will be required to work on a variety of projects, particularly focusing on preparing high-quality health technology assessments evaluation reports. The program of work encompasses a range of projects that may include economic evaluation alongside clinical studies and registries, systematic reviews, meta-analyses and/or model-based evaluations of pharmaceuticals and various health interventions. The Research Fellow will need to be able to critically appraise clinical evidence and clinical trials, as well as appraising health economics methodologies and conducting cost-effectiveness analysis. This position works within a small, specialised group of evaluators with a strong record of high-quality outputs in a rewarding field.
Your responsibilities will include: With broad direction from supervisors, support evaluation and research activities consistent with the needs of the group and the agreed program.Collaboration with a multi-disciplinary research team and lead discussions with stakeholders.Contribute to and participate in teaching and learning activities in the School as requested.Who We Are Looking For
To be successful in this position, you will require a postgraduate qualification in a health-related field with training and experience in the skills critical to health technology assessment, such as systematic review, clinical evidence appraisal, economic evaluation, and/or budget impact analysis. You should possess strong quantitative skills, and an ability to critique statistical analyses. You will need to be able to work effectively within a small, collaborative, multidisciplinary team, and have an organised approach to work, ensuring you can work to tight deadlines while still maintaining an accurate and high-quality output of work.
You will also have: An Honours or Masters level qualification in a relevant discipline (Economics, Health Economics, Health Services Research, Epidemiology, Biostatistics and/or Health Technology Assessment).At least two years' experience conducting costing analysis, economic evaluation and/or health technology assessment.Relevant experience performing systematic review, meta-analysis and/or critical appraisal of clinical evidence, statistical analyses, economic evaluation and/or budget impact analysis.What We Offer You!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses.
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If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
ResumeCover Letter outlining your interest and experienceThe responses against the Selection Criteria (found in the Position Description)Please ensure that you apply through the Apply Now button at the bottom of this advertisement. However, if you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Nick Petersen via email at ******, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
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