AddressDo you have a passion for research translation and want to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders across several countries?
Menzies is looking for a Senior Research Officer to lead the coordination of in-country consultations and stakeholder engagement.
If this sounds like you, join our team to help make a difference.
The Role:
The successful candidate for this role will be responsible for updating the previously developed Option Assessment Tool (OAT) to incorporate new tools for vivax malaria radical cure and explore options to expand the scope of the OAT to support other non-vivax malaria specific complex health policy decision processes.
You will be responsible for coordinating and leading in-country consultations and to use and implement the OAT in at least three countries across the Asia Pacific region and also develop an evaluation framework to assess the impact of the OAT in national policy decision making and conduct an end of project evaluation.
About you:
As a motivated individual, you will come with a distinguished track record of stakeholder engagement, leadership, and research experience.
You have:
- A PhD in a relevant health-related field or equivalent work experience.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills and proven ability to develop relationships and work collaboratively with a wide variety of stakeholders from varied backgrounds.
- Demonstrated expert knowledge in research methods relevant for this position (e.g. literature reviews, delphi-process, qualitative research methods).
- Demonstrated understanding of malaria epidemiology, health system strengthening and/or health policy development.
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:
- Base Salary $106,422-$124,742 per annum (Total remuneration package including superannuation $132,543-$153,739 per annum).
- Generous leave provisions including 6 weeks annual leave.
- Salary packaging up to $15,900 per annum and $2,650 meal and entertainment card tax free.
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:
Kamala Ley-Thriemer
Principal Research Fellow
Email: ***************@menzies.edu.au
How to obtain the Position Description, please visit:
Menzies’ careers website: http://careers.menzies.edu.au or
Phone: 08 8946 8*** or
Email: Human Resources at **************@menzies.edu.au
How to Apply:
Please click on the ‘Apply’ button to submit your application.
Applicants are required to provide the following supporting documents:
- Updated resume
- A statement addressing the selection criteria (No more than 2 pages)
- Any other relevant supporting documentation
Closing date: Sunday, 26 May 2024
