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Reference No. 135821
The University of Sydney’s Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery is committed to providing a university education that is at the cutting edge of knowledge, is intellectually rigorous, and has contemporary and professional relevance. Our programs are informed by the most recent research findings, by best-practice teaching and learning techniques, and by an understanding of nursing, midwifery and health practices, both nationally and internationally.
The Faculty has recently broadened its scope in the education and practice of Nursing to incorporate social and humanities elements with a view to improving health outcomes. To support these objectives, there is a unique opportunity available for a proactive and results-driven Postdoctoral Nursing Fellow to review the processes of nursing practice, and assist in building the research program of the unit.
Suited to this role is a researcher who is at the early stages of their career, and enthusiastic to explore their research interests and research potential across a broad range of areas. If successful, you can look forward to many opportunities for interdisciplinary research and teaching, as well as the chance to be mentored by leading academics within a highly collaborative and intellectually rich environment.
Highly analytical and methodological, you will focus on linking traditional nursing education with areas across the humanities and social sciences, particularly concerning the history of ideas and the investigation of nursing technologies. In addition, you will enjoy an interesting, challenging and varied workload that will incorporate teaching, research and course administration responsibilities.
This role will see you collaborate with a diverse group of stakeholders across a broad range of disciplines, as well as present research findings at various conferences and meetings. Consequently, it is important that you are a confident communicator with strong written and verbal skills, and the ability to work well both autonomously and as a part of a team. Equally important for this appointment will be excellent organisational and time management skills, and a meticulous and process-driven approach.
To succeed, you will have a complete or near complete PhD that is relevant to social sciences or humanities, or alternatively, a nursing/health qualification with postgraduate studies in social sciences or humanities. An understanding of both the health care environment and the methods of inquiry in the healthcare process will be essential, as will skills in qualitative and quantitative research methods and interviewing techniques. You will also be required to have experience as an early career researcher, and demonstrate the capacity to write grant submissions and contribute to research publications.
The position is full-time fixed term for two years, subject to the completion of a satisfactory probation period for new appointees. A part-time position of four days per week may be available to the successful applicant. Membership of a University approved superannuation scheme is a condition of employment for new appointees.
For more information or to apply online, please visit http://positions.usyd.edu.au/rcna1 Specific enquiries about the role can be directed to Professor Trudy Rudge on (02) 9351 0700. Enquiries about the recruitment process can be directed to Julie Small on (02) 9036 7870.
Closing Date: 29 August 2008
Reference No. 134712
The Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery has an outstanding reputation for diversity and excellence in teaching, learning and research. As the premier Faculty of its kind in Australia, it is committed to providing education and research that is intellectually rigorous and is both contemporary and professionally relevant. The Faculty has a strong cancer nursing research program and is devoted to the development of initiatives that will contribute to ongoing cancer nursing development.
The Faculty is now seeking to appoint a Senior Lecturer Clinical Trials (Cancer Nursing) to support and develop nursing involvement in clinical trials through formal education and research opportunities.
This is an excellent opportunity for a committed professional with extensive clinical trials experience to become involved with an exciting new collaboration between the University of Sydney, the Cancer Institute (NSW) and the Sydney Cancer Centre. The Senior Lecturer will be focussed on curriculum development for the new course in Clinical Trials nursing; establishing content that addresses relevant components including study design, data oversight, patient recruitment, trials governance, ethics, regulatory issues and staff management. The appointee will teach the curriculum and contribute to the Faculty's research profile through participation in collaborative research projects or individual research pursuits.
A talented communicator, the appointee will work collaboratively with a diverse and cross-disciplinary team, sharing knowledge effectively and accurately and networking with a broad range of stakeholders. The appointee will be responsive to the sensitivities involved in cancer nursing, providing a "human" element to education and enjoying the tangible rewards of contributing to the development of nursing in the cancer area.
The successful candidate will hold relevant post graduate qualifications at a minimum of Masters level. Extensive recent clinical trials management experience will be essential, while a demonstrated research background and exposure to cancer nursing will be highly advantageous. Although prior curriculum development and teaching experience is ideal, most paramount to the candidate's success will be the ability to develop and provide the course content.
The appointee can look forward to broadening his or her health and academic networks while working with an enthusiastic and progressive team that truly values the role of nurses in the prevention and management of cancer.
The position is 0.5FTE fixed term for five years, subject to the completion of a satisfactory probation period for new appointees. Membership of a University approved superannuation scheme is a condition of employment for new appointees.
Remuneration package: $106,243 - $122,395 p.a. (which includes a base salary Senior Lecturer Level C $89,777 - $103,519 p.a., leave loading and up to 17% employer’s contribution to superannuation)
For more information and to apply, please visit http://positions.usyd.edu.au/rcna2 Specific enquiries about the role can be directed to Associate Dean Professor Kate White on (02) 9351 0778. General enquiries can be directed to Julie Small on (02) 9036 7870. Please also visit our website www.expandyourhorizons.com.au for further information.
Closing Date: 19 September 2008
Appointment to this position is subject to the provisions of the NSW Child protection legislation. Relevant criminal history, apprehended violence orders and prior employment checks, including relevant disciplinary proceedings, will be conducted on the preferred applicant.
Reference No. S08/094
The Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery at the University of Sydney, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital (RPAH), and the Cancer Institute NSW are seeking to make two new important appointments: Chair in Cancer Nursing and Senior Lecturer Clinical Trials.
Chair in Cancer Nursing
The Chair will provide academic leadership in cancer nursing education, service provision and research and have a state-wide role in cancer nursing services.
Senior Lecturer Clinical Trials
The Senior Lecturer will provide support to the Chair and will have specialist expertise in the conduct of clinical trials; it is a part-time position (0.5) and will be focused on curriculum development for clinical trials in cancer nursing.
For more information visit www.expandyourhorizons.com.au to apply contact Nicola Robertson, Recruitment Consultant on +61 2 9351 3324 or email srsacademic@usyd.edu.au
Closing Date: 19 September 2008