• Full Time, Fixed Term (Research) – 3 years, until June 2027    

• Salary: Academic Level B1-B3 ($109,770 - $118,006) + 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements 

• Based at Bundoora or City campus but may be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the University 

About the Role 

The Research Fellow (Qualitative) will be based in the School of Health and Biomedical Sciences, in collaboration with the Eat, Move, Heal Network, to work on the MRFF-funded project, ‘Emerging from the long shadow: Optimising supportive consumer and provider journeys through the post-acute sequelae of COVID-19 (PASC)’.   

This role involves the use of qualitative co-design methodologies to engage with people experiencing long-COVID (or post-acute sequelae of COVID-19; PASC) and their health providers across medical services and allied health. The broad aim of this research project is to drive effective, inclusive models of care for those living with PASC.   

The Research Fellow will undertake research activities in line with the objectives of the funded project and the University’s research strategy. This may include the following tasks:   

• Independently producing project information statements, research materials, and project reports;  

• Leading the development of ethics applications;   

• Conducing a series of focus groups, in-depth interviews, as well as other qualitative data collection approaches (e.g., creative and community-led methodologies);   

• Processing and analysing qualitative data;   

• Co-ordinating participant recruitment and management;   

• Organising stakeholder engagement meetings, project events and other activities;   

• Leading the preparation of academic publications; and   

• Executing project administration tasks accurately and in a timely manner, including record-keeping, report and grant writing, and budget/finance management.   

The Research Fellow will embed their research expertise into the life of the school through the development of high-quality, productivity-driven research networks across RMIT and with local and international, internal, and external partners.   

To be successful in this position, you’ll have: 

• Background in health promotion, public health, health social science, allied health, or related disciplines.   

• Emerging track record and recognition for quality research outputs as evidenced by publications, development of new research initiatives, research funding, and existing relationships with industry or community networks.  

• Demonstrated experience conducting qualitative research, including data collection (e.g., focus groups and in-depth interviews) and analysis. Experience in community-partnered research methods (e.g., co-design, participatory methods) is highly desirable.   

• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously, whilst displaying a strong commitment to work in a team environment. This includes being able to work with colleagues, project team leaders, and industry partners confidently and effectively.   

• Ability to build effective networks and work collaboratively with colleagues and through effective liaison with consumer groups, industry and government.  

• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills appropriate for interacting with academic staff, consumer groups and industry, together with a strong commitment to teamwork and multidisciplinary collaboration.  

• Demonstrated capabilities in research supervision, personnel management, and/or meeting.   

Mandatory Qualifications 

• PhD or equivalent in the health social sciences (or relevant fields, such as health promotion, public health, and allied health, as well as other disciplines)   

Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check.