Fixed Term, Full time (1.0) Contract for 2 years
Based in Alice Springs
Do you possess strong research skills, with expertise in qualitative research methods?
Do you have a passion for meaningful research and translation that seeks to improve the health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander populations in remote locations?
If this sounds like you, join our team to help make a difference.
The Role:
The successful applicant will work closely with research leads within the newly established Remote Health Systems and Climate Change Centre (RHC3) in Menzies, based in Mparntwe (Alice Springs) and NT Health clinicians co-leading five discrete research projects to ensure the smooth running of each project and to build research capacity. RHC3 embodies a health systems strengthening and multi-sectoral research program emphasising equitable service delivery and the social determinants of health.
Some key duties of the role include:
About you:
As a motivated individual, you will have exemplary verbal and written communication skills with advanced interpersonal skills and a proven track record in writing high quality reports.
You also have:
Please see a full list of primary responsibilities and selection criteria in the position description.
Why Menzies:
Menzies is a national leader in research and education that improves health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and populations across our region. As a leader in global and tropical research into life-threatening illnesses, Menzies continues to translate its research into effective partnerships and programs in communities across Australia and the Asia-Pacific region.
Menzies is committed to providing a culturally inclusive and supportive work environment, and ensuring our workforce is representative of the people with and whom we work. We seek to amplify Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander voices in all aspects of our work, and we strongly encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply for this position.
The Benefits:
Menzies is committed to diversity and inclusion in our workplace. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their applications, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.
If you have any questions regarding the role, please contact:
Deb Russell
Principal Research Fellow
Email: deborah.russell@menzies.edu.au
How to obtain the Position Description, please visit:
Menzies’ careers website: http://careers.menzies.edu.au or
Phone: 08 8946 8409 or
Email: Human Resources at humanresources@menzies.edu.au
How to Apply:
Please click on the ‘Apply’ button to submit your application.
1. Applicants are required to provide the following supporting documents:
2. Updated resume
3. A statement addressing the selection criteria (No more than 2 pages)
4. Any other relevant supporting documentation
Applicants must be able to demonstrate they have the right to work in Australia.
Please note this role is available for immediate start and applications will be assessed on a rolling basis. The job ad may close early if a suitable applicant is identified, apply now!
Closing date: Sunday 27 April 2025