The University of MelbourneUniversity of Melbourne (UoM), the second oldest university in Australia, has been moulding students ever since it was built in 1853, over 160 years ago. It is known internationally as...Position Number: 0065251Location: ParkvilleRole type: Part-time (0.4 FTE); Continuing (Research Contingent)Faculty: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health SciencesDepartment/School: Melbourne Dental School and Department of Infectious Diseases, Melbourne Medical SchoolSalary: Academic Level A – $83,468 – $113,262 p.a. (pro-rata for part-time) plus 17% superAbout the RoleThis is an exciting opportunity for a passionate researcher to lead impactful antimicrobial stewardship initiatives within the dental field. You will collaborate with experts across disciplines, shaping national prescribing practices while advancing your own research career. Join a supportive and dynamic team dedicated to innovation, collaboration, and driving real-world healthcare improvements.Your responsibilities will include:Leading research on antimicrobial stewardship in dentistry, including the co-design, pilot testing, and validation of the Dental National Antimicrobial Prescribing Survey (NAPS) tool.Collaborating with cross-disciplinary experts and stakeholders to drive research outcomes and contribute to national health initiatives.Producing high-quality research outputs, including publications, ethics applications, and grant submissions.Supporting and mentoring emerging researchers while contributing to the broader NCAS learning community.Who We Are Looking ForWe’re looking for a proactive and collaborative researcher who is passionate about antimicrobial stewardship and making a real impact on national prescribing practices. You thrive in a multidisciplinary environment, demonstrate strong problem-solving skills, and are motivated by the opportunity to lead innovative research.You will also have:A PhD in dentistry, pharmacy, or a related field such as dental public health, epidemiology, or implementation science.Expertise in research methodologies, data analysis, and project management.Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.Experience in research governance, ethics applications, and producing high-quality publications.This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.Join Us!If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:ResumeCover Letter outlining your interest and experiencePlease note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.Please ensure that you apply through the Apply Now button at the bottom of this advertisement. However, if you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Vanessa Phan via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.
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