Research Fellow - Indigenous Health - Darwin

Academic Level – Senior Research Officer/Research Fellow
Salary Range: $63,951 – 75,945 (depending on skills and experience)

Menzies and the University of Queensland are collaborating to fund and supervise a research fellowship for 2 years based at Menzies in the Royal Darwin Hospital campus.

The position provides a unique opportunity to analyse and interpret data from the Aboriginal Birth Cohort (ABC) Study which began in 1987. This exciting research program is recognized internationally as one of the oldest and largest indigenous studies of the life-course processes that influence the development of chronic adult disease. From birth, extensive medical, biochemical and anthropometric information has been collected at various intervals and is
currently available in stored datasets.

We are seeking a self motivated and innovative researcher to study in the first instance the tracking of anthropometric measures and biomedical markers from childhood to young adult life. We would like the applicants to have clinical insight, statistical skills, the capacity to produce academic publications, and Post-doctoral qualifications, or a Masters in Epidemiology. We expect the successful candidate to apply for further research funding during this appointment to continue work with this project.

Contact: Dr Sue Sayers on 0418 849 200
Vacancy closes 13th June 2008.

Menzies is a Health Promotion Charity (HPC). HPC salary packaging arrangements can significantly increase your effective salary. Menzies also provides generous superannuation benefits, 6 weeks annual leave, and flexible working arrangements.

For information on how to apply for this position and to obtain the Position Description and Selection Criteria please visit www.menzies.edu.au/opportunities or phone 08 8922 7667/6914.