Forensicare Research Scholar

1 month ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Swinburne University of Technology Full time

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a PhD project examining the efficacy of Forensicare regional forensic mental health teams as they are implemented across the state of Victoria. The successful candidate will take part in investigating improved care continuity and coordination, diversion of people from the criminal justice system, reduced demand for costly and restrictive forensic mental health beds, collegial capability and capacity building, supported consumer recovery, and positive community perceptions of the regional forensic mental health services.

The PhD scholarship is available for a highly motivated and competitive candidate enrolled in a PhD program to undertake research that supports the research agenda of the project. The Scholarship will provide the successful applicant with opportunity to be involved in delivering recommendations of the Royal Commission into Victoria's Mental Health System.

To be successful in the role, you will have a Bachelor degree honours and/or a research master's degree in psychological sciences, health sciences, population and global health, and those with relevant industry experience, with a First Class Honours (average grade 80-100) or equivalent. You will also need to meet the entry requirements for the relevant Higher Degree by Research at Swinburne University of Technology.

The successful candidate will work collaboratively with the Victorian Institute of Forensic Mental Health (Forensicare), enabling them to establish an industry presence and develop leadership networks.

About Swinburne University of Technology

Swinburne Horizon 2025 draws upon our understanding of future challenges. With this new strategic plan, we choose to build Swinburne as the prototype of a new and different university – one that is truly of Technology, of Innovation and of Entrepreneurship, and proud of it.

We are committed to a differentiated university proposition in education and research, so that:

  • Every Swinburne learner gets a work experience
  • Every Swinburne graduate gets a job
  • Every Swinburne partner gets a tech solution
  • Swinburne is the prototype of global best practice


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Swinburne University of Technology Full time

    About the OpportunityWe are seeking a highly motivated and competitive PhD researcher to join our team at Swinburne University of Technology. This exciting opportunity is funded by the Victorian Institute of Forensic Mental Health (Forensicare) and focuses on examining the efficacy of Forensicare regional forensic mental health teams as they are implemented...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Swinburne University of Technology Full time

    About the OpportunityWe are seeking a highly motivated and competitive PhD candidate to join our team at Swinburne University of Technology. The successful candidate will be involved in a research project examining the efficacy of Forensicare regional forensic mental health teams as they are implemented across the state of Victoria.Key...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Swinburne Full time

    **About the Opportunity**We are seeking a highly motivated and competitive candidate to undertake research that supports the research agenda of our project.The successful applicant will have the opportunity to be involved in delivering recommendations of the Royal Commission into Victoria's Mental Health System, working collaboratively with the Victorian...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Swinburne University of Technology Full time

    About the OpportunityWe are seeking a highly motivated and competitive PhD candidate to join our team as a Research Scientist in Forensic Behavioural Science at Swinburne University of Technology.The successful candidate will have the opportunity to investigate improved care continuity and coordination, diversion of people from the criminal justice system,...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Swinburne Full time

    About the OpportunityWe are seeking a highly motivated and competitive candidate to undertake research that supports the research agenda of our project examining the efficacy of Forensicare regional forensic mental health teams as they are implemented across the state of Victoria.Key ResponsibilitiesUndertake research to investigate improved care continuity...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Swinburne Full time

    About the OpportunityWe are seeking a highly motivated and competitive PhD candidate to undertake research that supports the research agenda of our project examining the efficacy of Forensicare regional forensic mental health teams.Key ResponsibilitiesInvestigate improved care continuity and coordination, diversion of people from the criminal justice system,...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Swinburne University of Technology Full time

    About the OpportunityWe are seeking a highly motivated and competitive researcher to join our team at Swinburne University of Technology in Melbourne, Australia. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to an exciting PhD scholarship project examining the efficacy of Forensicare regional forensic mental health teams as they are...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Swinburne Full time

    About the OpportunityWe are seeking a highly motivated and competitive researcher to undertake a Doctoral scholarship opportunity at Swinburne University of Technology. The scholarship is funded by the Centre for Forensic Behavioural Science, Swinburne University of Technology and the Victorian Institute of Forensic Mental Health (Forensicare).The scholar...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Monash University. Full time

    Embark on a 3-year PhD research journey at Monash University, developing a national alcohol risk index to prevent future harms.As part of our multidisciplinary cohort, you'll work with leading researchers and students at Turning Point, Australia's top addiction treatment centre, in Melbourne. Our team is affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Swinburne University of Technology Full time

    About the OpportunityThe Victorian Institute of Forensic Mental Health (Forensicare) is seeking a highly motivated PhD scholar to contribute to a groundbreaking research project examining the efficacy of regional forensic mental health teams in Victoria. This exciting opportunity is part of a larger initiative to improve care continuity and coordination,...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Swinburne University of Technology Full time

    About the OpportunityWe are seeking a highly motivated and competitive candidate to undertake a Doctoral research project in Forensic Behavioural Science, focusing on improving Forensicare services and promoting the wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals.The successful applicant will join the Centre for Forensic Behavioural Science at...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Swinburne University of Technology Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and competitive PhD candidate to undertake research that supports the research agenda of the project examining the efficacy of Forensicare regional forensic mental health teams as they are implemented across the state of Victoria.The successful candidate will have the opportunity to investigate improved care...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Swinburne Full time

    About the PhD ScholarshipWe are seeking a highly motivated and competitive candidate to undertake research that supports the research agenda of the project examining the efficacy of Forensicare regional forensic mental health teams as they are implemented across the state of Victoria.The successful candidate will investigate improved care continuity and...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Swinburne University of Technology Full time

    This is a PhD scholarship opportunity at Swinburne University of Technology, funded by the Victorian Institute of Forensic Mental Health (Forensicare). The successful candidate will investigate the efficacy of Forensicare regional forensic mental health teams as they are implemented across the state of Victoria over the coming years.**About the...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Swinburne Full time

    About the ProjectWe are seeking a highly motivated and competitive candidate to undertake research that supports the research agenda of the project examining the efficacy of Forensicare regional forensic mental health teams as they are implemented across the state of Victoria.The candidate will investigate improved care continuity and coordination, diversion...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Swinburne University of Technology Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and competitive candidate to undertake research that supports the research agenda of our project examining the efficacy of regional forensic mental health teams in Victoria.The PhD scholarship is available for a researcher enrolled in a PhD program to investigate improved care continuity and coordination,...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Swinburne University of Technology Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and competitive PhD candidate to undertake research in the field of forensic mental health as part of our exciting project examining the efficacy of Forensicare regional forensic mental health teams.The successful applicant will have the opportunity to investigate improved care continuity and coordination,...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Swinburne University of Technology Full time

    This is a rare opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research in forensic mental health at Swinburne University of Technology, one of Australia's leading institutions. As a Forensic Mental Health Research Specialist, you will join a world-class team of researchers and academics dedicated to improving the lives of individuals affected by mental health...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Swinburne Full time

    About the OpportunityThe Centre for Forensic Behavioural Science at Swinburne University of Technology is seeking a highly motivated and competitive candidate to undertake a Doctoral research project as part of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Scholarship.The scholarship is funded by the Centre for Forensic Behavioural Science, Swinburne University...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia RMIT University Full time

    Company OverviewRMIT University is a world-renowned institution dedicated to shaping the future through cutting-edge research and innovation. Our vibrant community of scholars, researchers, and professionals are united by a shared passion for discovery and a commitment to making a positive impact on society.