Postdoctoral Research Fellow (Psychology)

About the job
This position is to provide dedicated research support for an NHMRC project lead by A/Prof Tanya Davison, entitled ‘A cluster RCT of a novel psychological intervention to reduce depression among at-risk older adults transitioning to residential aged care.’

The incumbent will be responsible for coordinating the final stage of this project. This will include coordination of remaining data collection, and working with the project team to analyse data and prepare a number of manuscripts detailing the findings for submission to peer reviewed journals, as well as project reports for multiple audiences. This role may involve other project coordination duties as directed by Project Leader.

This 12 month position will commence on 2 September 2019 and end on 1 September 2020. The position will be 0.6FTE, although there is some flexibility to fit with the selected candidate’s other commitments.

About you
To be successful in the role, you will have:

• Doctoral level qualification in Psychology.
• Experience in statistical analysis of psychological, health or clinical data, using SPSS or other statistical packages.
• Expertise in the field of aged mental health or clinical psychology, with knowledge of the residential aged care sector an advantage.

A full list of the selection criteria is available within the position description

Benefits

• Onsite health services
• Flexible working arrangements
• Salary package your car parking, superannuation and vehicle lease plans. It can help you get the most value from what you earn.

Further information and how to apply
The diverse culture within Swinburne is a source of strength. We are proud to be recognised by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality 2018 and of key initiatives such as our Pride@Swinburne Strategic Action Plan and our Reconciliation Action Plan which are integral components of our 2025 vision to be world class university creating social and economic impact through science, technology and innovation. Swinburne has also received the Victorian “High Commendation” Multicultural Excellence Award (Business Category).

To view the position description or to start an application click on 'apply' at the bottom of this page and submit a resume, cover letter and response to the Key Selection Criteria, as listed in the Position Description.

For further information about the position, please contact Prof Marita McCabe PH: + 61 3 9214 5123 | E: mmccabe@swin.edu.au.

If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please contact the Recruitment team on staffrecruitment@swin.edu.au

Should you require further support for an interview due to special needs or consideration, please contact our Diversity Consultant, Dr. Walter Robles, on inclusion@swin.edu.au. For support or queries related to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employment, please contact DeadlyCareers@swin.edu.au.

Applications close at 5pm, Monday 15th July 2019