Post-doctoral Research Fellow Uqbs (arc Linkage Project)

Academic Level A

Fixed Term position until December 2025

Applications Close Tuesday 28th March at 11.00pm AEST (R-23209)

About This Opportunity 

The project aims to address the urgent need for transformational shift in thinking and actions in primary healthcare service delivery. The primary purpose of this position is to provide specialist research/technical subject matter expertise in support of high-quality research and translation outcomes at all stages of the project and manage the activities of the research team.

The position will be based at the St Lucia Campus in the UQ Business School.

The Post-doctoral researcher will work closely with the Lead Chief Investigator Professor Janet McColl-Kennedy, and the other members of the research team.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Research

Support a research program, conduct research, and prepare human ethics submissions

Work collaboratively on the development of joint research projects, produce quality research outputs, and prepare research articles for publication in high quality peer-reviewed journals and conferences

Prepare materials for presentation at seminars and national and international conferences, as well as for dissemination to industry partners

Undertake both quantitative qualitative interdisciplinary research based on service research, innovation and marketing theory, strategic management theory, business model innovation, digital technology and sustainability

Undertake in-depth interviews, ethnographic observations and survey design and implementation and assist in the design workshop

Collaborate closely with industry partners and researchers

Undertake systematic literature reviews and potentially quantitative meta-analyses on relevant bodies of literature to gain insights at the cutting edge of multiple domains of knowledge

Assist with formulating and management of project budgets and work plans

Contribute to the transfer of knowledge, technology, and practices to end users through translation

Review and draw upon best practice research methodologies

2. Supervision and Researcher Development

Effectively co-supervise Higher Degree by Research students as opportunity permits

Facilitate engagement opportunities for Higher Degree by Research candidates

3. Citizenship and Service

Demonstrate behaviours that align to the UQ values

Show leadership of self and others through mentoring, collaboration, and active participation in priority activities

Begin to develop external links and partnerships by cultivating relationships with industry, government departments, professional bodies and the wider community

Any other duties as reasonably directed by your supervisor.

This role is subject to The University’s .

Organisational Relationships

The position reports to Professor Janet McColl-Kennedy, the Lead Chief Investigator of the grant.

About You

PhD in service research, marketing, management, business information systems, organisational behaviour, organisational psychology, social psychology, or a related discipline (completed or under final examination)

Demonstrated experience in conducting and analysing qualitative quantitative research

Evidence of research activity and publications in high quality journals, relative to opportunity

A strong ethic of project delivery and reporting to specifications

An ability to and interest in establishing effective relationships and to represent and promote the research area at a university and wider community level, including industry, government, and professional bodies

Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues from a multidisciplinary background

Demonstrated knowledge and expertise in one or more of the following research literatures: service research, services marketing, service management, innovation.

Knowledge of healthcare service delivery is an advantage

Knowledge of the translation of university or private sector research settings to practice is an advantage

Demonstrated high-level communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to consult and negotiate with other stakeholders to ensure program objectives are met

Strong interpersonal and written and oral communication skills

Ability to work well in an interdisciplinary team.

What We Can Offer 

This is a full time 100% FTE Fixed-term position commencing May 2023 to December 2025 at Academic Level A.

The full-time equivalent base salary will be in the range $74,308.68 – $99,426.59 plus super of up to 17%. The total FTE package will be in the range $86,941.16 -$116,329.11 per annum. 

The following flexible employment options may be available for this role: some working from home; variable start or finish times. 

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Questions? 

To discuss this role please contact Professor Janet McColl-Kennedy Email: j.mccoll-du.au

For application queries, please contact stating the job reference number in the subject line.
 

Want to Apply?

All applicants must supply the following documents:

Cover letter addressing the About You section

Resume

 To satisfy pre-requisite questions and ensure your application can be considered in full, all candidates must apply via the UQ Careers portal by the job closing deadline. Applications received via other channels, including direct email, will not be accepted.

About The Selection Process

Please note that Interviews will be scheduled in March 2023.

The University of Queensland is committed to ensuring all candidates are provided with the opportunity to attend the panel interviews, however, for those candidates who are unable to attend in person, video interview options will be available.

Other Information

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