ULTRA The University of Queensland's cLinical TRials cApability
Full-time (50%), fixed-term position for up to 4 years
Base salary will be in the range $134,845 - $155,246 + 17% Superannuation (Academic Level C)
Based at our Herston Campus
About This Opportunity
Join a world-leading institution ranked among the top 50 universities worldwide as a Senior Research Fellow in Consumer and Community Involvement (CCI) in Clinical Trials! In this pivotal role, you'll drive innovative approaches to CCI in Randomised Controlled Trials (RCTs) and empower communities to have a voice in groundbreaking clinical research. Your contributions will help transform clinical trials, ensuring they are accessible, relevant, and inclusive.
As a Senior Research Fellow, you'll work alongside the renowned ULTRA interdisciplinary team to pioneer new methodologies, enhance diversity and engagement, and mentor the next generation of clinical research experts. You'll collaborate with prominent investigators, influence RCT policy and practice, and actively secure funding to sustain high-impact research.
If you're passionate about transforming the landscape of clinical trials, contributing to excellence in research, and embedding community values in science, this role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of healthcare research.
This is a research focused position. Further information can be found by viewing UQ's Criteria for Academic Performance.
For further information, pleaseclick here to view the information booklet.
About UQ
As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, and within an environment where interdisciplinary collaborations are encouraged.
At the core of our teaching remains our students, and their experience with us sets a foundation for success far beyond graduation. UQ has made a commitment to making education opportunities available for all Queenslanders, regardless of personal, financial, or geographical barriers.
As part of our commitment to excellence in research and professional practice in academic contexts, we are proud to provide our staff with access to world- class facilities and equipment, grant writing support, greater research funding opportunities, and other forms of staff support and development.
The greater benefits of joining the UQ community are broad: from being part of a Group of Eight university, to recognition of prior service with other Australian universities, up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, flexible working arrangements including hybrid on site/WFH options and flexible start/finish times, and genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process.
About You
The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre- employment checks, including: right to work in Australia and mandatory immunisations.
Work Rights:
You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
Questions?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Professor Nadine Foster. For application queries, please contact [email protected] stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.
Want to Apply?
All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:
Resume
Cover letter
Responses to the ‘About You' section
Other Information
UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don't meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.
We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to [email protected] for accessibility support or adjustments.
Applications close Tuesday 19th November 2024 at 11.00pm AEST (R-44520). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for Wednesday 27th November 2024 .