Postdoctoral Fellow

Classification: Academic Level A

Term: Full-time, Fixed Term (Up to 18 months)

• Join a strong team of researchers in the School of Medicine and Psychology with a focus on mentorship
• Contribute to an exciting research partnership between the ANU and the ACT Government exploring wellbeing in the ACT
• Opportunity to produce high quality research and build an evidence base to inform policy decisions in the ACT

Position overview

ANU has an international reputation for research and education relevant to the health and well-being of the population of Australia, as well as that of the developing world. This is achieved through discovery research, applied research in health service settings, research-led teaching in health and medical sciences, and the translation of research findings into practice and policy. The ANU College of Health and Medicine comprises the Research School of Psychology, the ANU Medical School, the John Curtin School of Medical Research and the Research School of Population Health. These schools work together to deliver world-class research and education across the spectrum of medicine and health-related fields, working in partnership with the health sector at local, national and international levels.  

The primary role of the Fellow will be to provide day-to-day leadership of the research undertaken as part of a collaboration agreement between ANU and the ACT Government to address the ACT Wellbeing Framework. This program of research is broadly focused on enabling evidence-based policy decision-making in the ACT, particularly to inform new solutions to “wicked” problems in health and education.

To enquire about this role please contact, Dr Tegan Cruwys via email; tegan.cruwys@anu.edu.au

The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant via: indigenous.employment@anu.edu.au  

ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion

Application information

In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents:

• A statement addressing the selection criteria.
• A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees you can complete these online when prompted in the application form.
• Other documents, if required.

Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.

Please note: The successful candidate will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process.  An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results. 

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