Research Fellow, Health Economics

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Detail information about job Research Fellow, Health Economics. Terms and conditions vacancy

About Griffith University
At Griffith University we believe in, strive for and celebrate the remarkable.

We are known for our high impact research, outstanding student experience, our commitment to social justice and our welcoming environment. We're proud of our remarkable achievements, of our people and their passion for making a positive difference. Together we contribute to the development of knowledge and learning in an attractive environment which values excellence, equity, diversity, and innovation.

The Centre for Applied Health Economics (CAHE) was established in 2008, within the School of Medicine, and is based at the Nathan campus. The Centre currently employs 25 staff on contract research projects, fellowships and research grants, and has a number of affiliated HDR students. The Centre is self-funded with an emphasis on teamwork. There are several strong research themes in health economics, including economic evaluation, measurement of health outcomes, and priority setting. This research has attracted multiple research grants from national bodies (eg the ARC and NHMRC). Staff in the Centre are also associated with one or more of the research programs within Griffith University's Menzies Health Institute Queensland (MHIQ).

CAHE has a strong emphasis on mentoring staff and establishing career pathways and training for those keen to progress within the Centre. On the job training is essential in some of the specialised fields covered by the Centre, and external training opportunities and conference presentations are encouraged for all staff.

The opportunity
The primary role for this position will be to conduct research on a variety of CAHE research projects to produce high impact publications and reports. The position provides a unique opportunity to contribute to health economic expertise within the CAHE that has direct impact on health policy within Australia while also encouraging development of a research program of interest to the incumbent.

This is a fixed term (5 year) position based at the Nathan campus.

About you
This position will suit a graduate in health economics or person already working in research but wishes to apply their knowledge and expertise directly into health policy decisions. Collaborations across Griffith University and with researchers in other institutions are undertaken on a regular basis. The successful applicant will conduct research to produce high impact scholarly outputs in a professional and ethical manner, including epidemiological, biostatistical and/or health economics analysis. They will be someone with high level analytical skills with research interests in public health, epidemiology, health services research or health economics aligned with the Centre's strategic objectives. A PhD in health economics or a related field such as health data analytics, or equivalent industry experience is required for appointment at RF Grade 2 and appointment level will depend on experience and education level.

Salary range
Research Fellow (Grade 1): $72,344 - $84,882 per annum including 17 % employer superannuation contribution.
Research Fellow (Grade 2): $92,511.66 - $109,860.63 per annum including 17 % employer superannuation contribution. A generous relocation package is available.

How to apply
Please submit your application online and ensure your application includes the following:

• Statement addressing each of the selection criteria in the position description
  Please address the selection criteria for the level for which you are applying.
• One page covering letter outlining your suitability for the role
• Current curriculum vitae/resume which should include:
  • Full name, address, telephone number and email address;
  • Details of education, professional training and qualifications;
  • Employment history, including present position and details of relevant professional, consulting or industry experience;
  • Research interests and list of publications;
  • Research grants awarded and any other relevant information, such as offices held in professional bodies, community services etc.

Obtain the position description by clicking on the Apply button. You will be redirected to the Griffith University job search page where you will be able to access the position description.

Further information
For further information about this role, please contact Professor Paul Scuffham, School of Medicine on +61 (0) 7 3735 9132. For application queries, please contact Ms. Rishika Qazi, HR Officer on +61 (0) 7 3735 7999 or email:[email protected] .

Closing date: Thursday 26 July 2018 at 5 pm AEST. All applications must be submitted online.
As the team experience high volumes of applications, we appreciate your patience to allow for a timely and fair process for all. Please note: We do not accept unsolicited CV's from Recruitment agencies / third parties and we will not be liable or responsible for any fees or costs associated with unsolicited CV's sent directly to Line Managers