Research Fellow/Associate - Prehospital Emergency Care

Job Description

Research Fellow/Associate - Prehospital Emergency Care Job Reference: 964751 About the Role Join the Curtin School of Nursing as a Research Associate/Research Fellow in an exciting programme of research funded by NHMRC and St John WA. This is a full-time opportunity with a fixed-term contract lasting until December 2026 – part-time work arrangements may be considered. This role offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of investigators focused on analysing clinical cohort studies that aim to improve prehospital and emergency care.In this position, you will engage with a network of professionals, including staff and research partners at St John Ambulance in Belmont, Perth. Candidates must be prepared to handle sensitive and potentially distressing data, reflecting the serious nature of the research undertaken.The successful candidate will be based at Curtin University’s Technology Park, specifically within the Prehospital, Resuscitation and Emergency Care Research Unit (PRECRU).Selection Criteria If applying for the Research Fellow, you are required to hold a doctoral qualification in a relevant health discipline. If applying for the Research Associate, you must hold a relevant postgraduate degree. Experience in analysing large data sets, including multivariable modelling. A proven record of research outputs published in high-quality, peer-reviewed journals or outlets appropriate to the discipline. Strong communication and interpersonal skills along with a commitment to fostering a collegial and supportive working environment. The ability to interact sensitively with students and staff from diverse cultural backgrounds. A demonstrated commitment to data security and confidentiality. Desirable Previous experience in the management/analysis of sensitive data Role Requirements: As this is a fixed-term contract, you will require current work rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role. Successful applicants are subject to a National Police Clearance, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction. Your new Team: Curtin School of Nursing The Prehospital, Resuscitation and Emergency Care Research Unit (PRECRU), within the Curtin School of Nursing is a collaborative research endeavour with St John WA. A team of multidisciplinary researchers conduct clinical epidemiological research to improve outcomes for out-of-hospital emergency care patients. A major programme of research involves the analysis of data from the St John WA / PRECRU out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) database. Other projects in progress include the linguistic analysis of the Triple-Zero (‘000’) ambulance calls, spatial analysis of emergency events and analysis of the St John WA Urgent Care Centres data. For more information see: Curtin University We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. 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.What We Offer You: Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant Bentley campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, bus station, accessible parking and endless food options including a supermarket. Aside from the vibrant campus life, we offer more than just a job. Curtin offers a wide range of generous benefits, including additional leave, salary packaging, health and wellbeing services and an array of discounts for retail, travel and much more. For more information, check out our benefits page!Join Us! If this sounds like your next role, please click APPLY NOW and provide the following documents:Resume Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience A document addressing the section criteria for the role If you have any queries in relation to this opportunity or the application process, please contact our careers team on or 08 9266 9000 (option 3,1), quoting the reference number. Please note applications will not be accepted via this email address.Applications close: Wednesday, the 26th of March 2025. Disclaimer: Please note that there is no standardised time for the closing of adverts on the specified date. Therefore, we recommend submitting your application ahead of this deadline. Late applications will not be considered, and only successful candidates will be contacted. Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time. Curtin reserves the right at its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time. We reserve the right to remove the advert earlier than the date on the advert. #J-18808-Ljbffr