About us:

Central Queensland (CQ) Public Health consists of a multi-disciplinary team of staff including public health physicians, public health nurses, environmental health officers, epidemiologists, data managers, and business services staff, including some with regional-wide roles.

About the role:

The Research Development Coordinator is a key member of the Central Queensland Public Health Unit and reports to the Director of Public Health. The incumbent will be responsible for the development of the Central Queensland Public Health Unit research portfolio under the guidance of the Director of Public Health. This role will provide support to the unit to achieve research aims, manage both internally and externally funded programs, ensure projects remain within budget, and conduct evaluations of the projects with strategic objectives.

About you:

The ideal applicant will be someone who can demonstrate the following:

• Research experience including sound knowledge and understanding of research project coordination and reporting.
• Ability to develop and administer evaluation tools for training courses, preferably in the mental health field.
• Ability to write high-level correspondence, reports, and journal articles.
• Experience in using a project management approach to lead high-level training evaluation and/or research projects using well-developed interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to advise and influence others and work flexibly and collaboratively as a member of the team.

What we offer:

Salary information:

Total remuneration value of up to $127,235 p.a. is comprised of:

• A salary between $51.69 - $56.24 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Other benefits include:

• Professional Development Opportunities
• Education Opportunities – Study and Research
• Work-Life Balance, Variety and Flexibility
• Generous Salary Sacrificing
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to apply:

To submit your application / expression of interest, please include:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A short 1 to 2 page cover letter outlining how your experience, abilities and knowledge align with the organisational values, accountabilities and “How you will be Assessed” section of the Role Description.
• Include any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.

For assistance, contact Recruitment Services @ CQ Health ( mailto:[email protected] ) and quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK4C552830.

Applications close: Tuesday, 2 April 2024.