Organisation/Company: UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE
Research Field: Economics, Sociology, Ethics in health sciences
Researcher Profile: Leading Researcher (R4)
Country: Australia
Application Deadline: 25 Jan 2025 - 00:00 (UTC)
Type of Contract: Other
Job Status: Full-time
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?
Not funded by a EU programme
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?
No
Offer Description Position Number: 0064771
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Fixed-term for 12 months
Faculty: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences
Department/School: Melbourne School of Global and Population Health
Salary: Academic Level A – $83,468 - $113,262 p.a.
plus 17% super; Academic Level B: $119,231 - $141,581 p.a.
plus 17% super
Responsibilities Conduct health economic evaluations of emerging interventions for chronic diseases, focusing on chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), chronic kidney disease, and diabetes.
Contribute to development of simulation models using cutting-edge methodologies.
Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team consisting of leading health economists, clinicians, biostatisticians, and health informaticians.
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated researcher with a strong interest in health economics of chronic disease.
The ideal candidate will be eager to drive meaningful change through extensive collaborations and the use of cutting-edge simulation modeling techniques.
The successful candidate is expected to support, develop, and manage a program of health economics under the direction of A/Prof An Duy Tran, and provide support to health economics research related to clinical studies and grant application development.
Your responsibilities will include:
Contributing to a range of health economic projects, including economic evaluations alongside clinical trials and simulation modelling.
Providing support for the development of grant applications.
Producing and assisting with preparing high-quality research outputs for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
Disseminating research findings through scientific meetings.
Who We Are Looking For We are seeking individuals with exceptional quantitative skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and a self-driven commitment to conducting impactful research in health economics and simulation modelling.
You will also have:
A master's degree or higher in Health Economics, Public Health, Health Services Research, or a closely related field (Level A).
A PhD degree in Health Economics, Public Health, Health Services Research, or a closely related field (Level B).
Proven experience in conducting health economic evaluations and proficiency in analysing large, complex datasets.
Demonstrated involvement in writing peer-reviewed articles, delivering conference presentations, and developing research grant proposals.
Additional Information
This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position; current valid work rights for Australia are required.
Your New Team The Centre for Health Policy (CHP) is a leading voice in health policy, committed to improving health outcomes and access to care.
As a member of the CHP, you'll impact policy, conduct advanced research, and influence healthcare's future.
What We Offer You!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, and health and well-being services.
About the University of Melbourne We take pride in our people, who contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research.
Be Yourself The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person brings to our community.
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents: Resume Cover Letter Responses to the selection criteria in the Position Description Please apply through the Apply Now button at the bottom of this advertisement.
For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Nick Petersen via email at .
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