Research Fellow, Literature Review

4 weeks ago


Parkville, Australia University of Melbourne Full time

**Job no**: 0061636
**Location**:Parkville
**Role type**:Part-time (0.5 - 0.6 FTE); Fixed-term until 31st Dec 2024
**Faculty**: Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences
**Department/School**: Department of Paediatrics, Melbourne Medical School
**Salary**:Level A - $80,258 to $108,906 p.a (pro-rata) Plus 17% super
- **Leading research on adolescent health in a multidisciplinary team.**:

- **Opportunity for impactful work on homelessness and health outcomes.**:

- **Salary packaging, subsidised health and wellbeing services, fitness and cultural clubs, Myki discounts, and a 25% discount on graduate courses to our staff and their immediate families**

**About the Role**
This is an exceptional opportunity for a dedicated researcher to join our dynamic team at the Centre for Adolescent Health. As part of Australia's leading academic research and capacity-building center in adolescent health and development, led by Professor Susan Sawyer, you will have the chance to delve into critical issues surrounding adolescent health, including mental health, sexual and reproductive health, and substance use. Working under the leadership of Associate Professor Jess Heerde, you will play a vital role in conducting systematic reviews on the health and mortality of homeless individuals, contributing to impactful research and fostering your own professional growth in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Conduct international literature reviews on the health and mortality of people experiencing homelessness.
- Contribute to research activities of an organisational unit as appropriate.
- Actively participate in departmental, institute and campus seminars and meetings.

**Who We Are Looking For**
You thrive with a passion for adolescent health, adept at both independent and collaborative research. Your exceptional communication skills effortlessly translate complex findings for diverse audiences.

You will also have:

- Honours or Masters level qualification in public health or a highly related and relevant discipline.
- Knowledge of and adherence to literature review protocols and research practices.
- Demonstrated experience in conducting systematic literature reviews, including relevant databases and software (Medline, PubMed, Endnote, Covidence)

For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.

**Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position**. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

**Your New Team - Department of Paediatrics**
The Department of Paediatrics, a flagship representation of the University's partnership with the Royal Children's Hospital, offers a unique opportunity for impactful work in child and adolescent health. With a diverse team of academic and professional staff, the department is dedicated to delivering high-quality teaching and research. As a member of this department, you will contribute to shaping child and youth health policy at a national and state level, making a significant difference in the lives of children, adolescents, and their families.

**What We Offer You**
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses. For more information, check out our benefits page

**About the University of Melbourne**
We’re tightly connected with the community, both at home and abroad. We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website and stay connected with our stories and people on LinkedIn.

**Be Yourself**
The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page.

**Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants**
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.

**Join Us**
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- **Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience**:

- **The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the )**

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