Head, Jean Hailes Research Partnerships

Jean Hailes for Women’s Health

Permanent

Melbourne

Close Date: 17/08/2018

REF: JHWhrd0718

Newly created role
Manage inaugural branded research fellowship program
Enhance research profile of a world-class health service

The Position
Jean Hailes for Women’s Health (JH) seeks to appoint an enterprising leader to manage its growing interests in research partnerships with institutions across the country. The role will work collaboratively with universities and medical research institutes to enhance JH’s clinical outreach, public health information and health professional education programs.
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the appointee will be responsible for building the scope, reputation and impact of the program. Outstanding leadership skills and a strong
knowledge of procedures and policies for responsible research conduct, and managing research misconduct, are essential for this role. Exceptional stakeholder relationship
management skills and a contemporary knowledge of trends, issues and challenges in public health policy and promotion, particularly within the area of women’s health, is crucial for success.
The ideal candidate will have the demonstrated ability to identify and leverage research opportunities. With appropriate tertiary qualifications and an ongoing commitment to professional development, the successful candidate will have excellent communication skills and will be across all relevant research governance and compliance considerations.
The Organisation
Jean Hailes for Women’s Health is a national not-for-profit organisation dedicated to improving the knowledge of women’s health throughout the various stages of their lives, and to providing a trusted world-class health service for women.
Combining research, clinical care and practical education for women and health professionals, the organisation translates and disseminates research and medical evidence into easy-to-understand health information delivered in multiple ways to suit diverse audiences.
For more information on the organisation visit: jeanhailes.org.au
To apply – please click on ‘Apply Now’ using reference JHWhrd0718, addressing your cover letter and resume to Lesley Lightfoot of Fisher Leadership, or call 1300 347 437 for further information.