Joint Chair Professor of Nursing and Midwifery Research

Job no: HRC0005991

Category: Academic Level E

Base Salary: $214,167 p.a. plus 17% superannuation

Position: Full Time Fixed Term for 3 Years

Location: James Fletcher Hospital, Newcastle East NSW Australia

• Exciting & impactful leadership opportunity in Nursing & Midwifery Research.
• Advance nursing and midwifery research & evidence-based practice.
• Competitive salary, flexible working, 17% super and so much more… 

Provide vision & leadership in the disciplines of nursing & midwifery to advance research and evidenced-based practice in the Hunter New England Local Health District and The University of Newcastle. 

Be challenged and imagine with us 

As the Joint Chair Professor of Nursing and Midwifery Research, you will provide vision and leadership in the Nursing and Midwifery disciplines, in advancing nursing and midwifery research and evidenced based practice throughout Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) and the School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Newcastle. 

The role will advance research-based articulation of clinical reasoning among nursing and midwifery staff and facilitate translational research initiatives to build the research capability of nurses and midwives within the Hunter New England Local Health District and the School. 

The successful candidate will work within the strategic framework of the Hunter New England Local Health District and the School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Newcastle, fostering a collaborative, dynamic, productive and globally competitive research environment through research collaboration, external grant income, publication outputs, and research higher degree supervision. 

This position will be located at the HNELHD Nursing and Midwifery Research Centre, based at James Fletcher Hospital, Newcastle, working across the District. 

How our role is different to others 

• Our role is of and for the region which provides many opportunities for research and innovation, teaching and engagement to consolidate an academic career as a thought leader.
• You are an inspirational, energetic and resilient leader who produces successful outcomes with proven capability within the higher education sector.
• You have the opportunity to provide leadership in establishing a vibrant, enthusiastic, positive workplace environment which enables our staff to thrive and deliver research activity and outcomes.  
• The School is committed to ‘Excellence in Caring’ through its research and innovation, teaching and learning, and leadership and engagement in producing graduates who are leaders of the next generation of nurses and midwives. As the Joint Chair Professor in Nursing and Midwifery Research, you will be part of the leadership team in making this commitment a reality.
• There are numerous opportunities for collaboration with research programs conducted through the Nursing and Midwifery Research Centre and the Hunter Medical Research Institute (HMRI). 

What’s in it for you 

• Contribute to producing the next generation of nurse and midwife clinical researchers for the region and beyond.
• Lead research excellence aligned to the University’s strategic plan which makes an impact with global scalability and translation.   
• Numerous opportunities for collaboration with research programs conducted through the Hunter New England Local Health District, the University, the Hunter Medical Research Institute (HMRI) and NSW Regional Health Partners.
• Access to a wide pool of academics across the School, College and University along with industry partners to foster regional and global collaborations.
• Lead engagement through collaborative endeavours which make a difference in the lives of the people in the region, nationally and internationally.  
• Opportunity to be mentored by senior school academics and other university leaders to consolidate your academic career leading to future success. 

How you will inspire us 

You will be:

• Committed to excellence research and innovation and research translation in the disciplines of nursing and midwifery.
• Driven to provide optimal student experiences across both nursing and midwifery disciplines.
• Dedicated to mentoring the next generation of nurse and midwifery academics in educational research and teaching excellence.
• Committed to leadership reflective of excellence, agility and adaptability who seizes opportunities to grow personally and professionally.  

Please note, as part of the recruitment process you will need to formally address each criterion of the Selection Criteria (including desirable criterion) in your application. You will find the complete list of Selection Criteria in the attached Position Description. 

About the Hunter New England Local Health District

• HNE Health (nsw.gov.au)
• Nursing and Midwifery Research Centre | HNE Health (nsw.gov.au) 

About the school

• School of Nursing and Midwifery - The University of Newcastle, Australia
• Led by Professor Kerry Inder
• The School of Nursing and Midwifery is part of the College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing. 

About our university 

The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and creating a better future for our regions and the globe. Underpinned by this vision and our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability, the University of Newcastle’s Looking Ahead Strategic Plan 2020-2025 outlines the University’s commitment to delivering an exceptional student experience and serving our communities.

For more information click here – Our Uni. 

What we offer 

In addition to working for a university that is breaking boundaries, discovering new ways of thinking and cementing a place as a global leader, we offer a range of benefits to our employees to ensure you balance your commitments, stay healthy and work effectively. 

These include: 

• flexible working arrangements (in line with the University’s Flexible Work Policy);
• 17% super and salary packaging;
• additional University Holiday days, generous personal leave and parental leave, annual leave loading and additional purchased leave scheme;
• discounts in private health insurance, gym memberships, software, travel and more;
• wellbeing programs. 

For information on our employee benefits please visit here.   

Your next steps 

Please visit here for a guide on how to apply for a role. It’s important you read this document to ensure you are providing all the requirements of your application. 

If viewing this on a job board other than the University's please click ‘Apply’ to reach the University's website, where a copy of the Position Description can be accessed. Please download a copy before commencing your application. 

Your application include:

• Your ORCID ID
• A URL link to your University Academic Profile (or equivalent)
• A Cover Letter; outlining your interest in the role, including contact details for a minimum of three relevant referees.
• A statement formally addressing each criterion of the Essential and Desirable Criteria, as provided in the Position Description attached below (4 pages max).
• Your CV, which should be a maximum of five pages and be succinct and discipline appropriate.

 Please upload your Cover Letter and response to the requested Criteria as one PDF document. 

For the full list of the selection criteria and role responsibilities, please download the Position Description (available in the Related Documents section below). 

For specific position enquiries, please contact:

Professor Kerry Inder

Acting Head of School

School of Nursing and Midwifery

via email at Kerry.Inder@newcastle.edu.au or on +61 2 4042 0522

or

Ms Elizabeth Grist

Executive Director

Clinical Services Nursing and Midwifery

HNELHD

via email at Elizabeth.Grist@health.nsw.gov.au .

You may also wish to request a copy of the candidate information booklet from Professor Inder.

Having Difficulties? Please reach out to us: employment@newcastle.edu.au 

Closing date: Wednesday, 5 June 2024 at 11.59pm AEST

We are excited to be Looking Ahead with you! 

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The University of Newcastle is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity and social inclusion. Women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.   

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