Educational Research Fellow: Knowledge Translation in Cancer

5/02/2012 4:46:49 PM

The University of Sydney is currently recruiting for an Educational Research Fellow – Knowledge Translation in Cancer.

Based at the Workforce Education and Development Group, Sydney Medical School

Working across the sydey catalyst and Sydney West Translational Cancer Research Centres

Reference No  203/0212

• Join a multi-disciplinary and cutting edge team of cancer researchers, clinicians and health workforce education specialists
• Innovative 5 year research program investigating how evidence and scientific discovery is translated into practice (knowledge translation) to improve cancer patient outcomes
• Full time, 2 years fixed term (possibility of renewal) with attractive remuneration package

The Workforce Education and Development Group at the University of Sydney is a research and development team focused on improving how we engage and educate busy health care professionals. We work across the spectrum of health professions using a variety of educational models and methodologies. Our research focus is on knowledge translation – translating evidence into clinical practice through education - and the multiple factors that impact on the education of health professionals.

Sydney Catalyst and Sydney West are two newly created Translational Cancer Research Centres (TCRCs). The Centres are multidisciplinary/multi-institutional endeavours that bring together outstanding teams of researchers and clinicians from leading NSW institutions across basic biosciences, molecular biomarker discovery, descriptive research, clinical trials, and implementation of best evidence-based care into practice.

This is your opportunity to contribute to a five year research program and as the Educational Research Fellow: Knowledge Translation in Cancer you will:

• contribute to the development of a 5 year research strategy to identify new research paths in knowledge translation in cancer
• develop and conduct specific educational research projects aimed at evaluation of the full spectrum of knowledge translation activities in the TCRCs
• lead and contribute to academic reports, publications and presentations
• contribute to the implementation of practical educational initiatives in the TCRCs
• establish effective working relationships with external and internal stakeholders regarding collaborative research projects
• contribute to the creation and ongoing development of an interactive website for team members
• seek additional research support through funding applications to granting bodies and other funding sources e.g. commercial groups
• contribute to research, ethics approvals, governance and reporting activities.

To be successful in this role you will have:

• postgraduate qualifications in education, or similar relevant experience
• knowledge and demonstrated experience in conducting applied research in education
• demonstrated experience working within multi-disciplinary, collaborative research teams
• well-developed knowledge of health service delivery and clinical practice
• high level demonstrated interpersonal skills, with good influencing and consultation skills
• demonstrated ability to plan and manage large research projects, programs or groups.

Desirable for appointment is your:

• experience in the health sector and/or professional training.

Take the next step in your research career and join The University of Sydney and the Translational Cancer Research Centres in this exciting and important position which will contribute to crucial cancer research outcomes.

All applications must be submitted via the University of Sydney careers website. Visit sydney.edu.au/positions and search by the reference number for more information and to apply.

CLOSING DATE: 4 March 2012 (11.30pm, Sydney time)

The University is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity and social inclusion. Applications from equity target groups and women are encouraged.

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