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The Opportunity
UniSC has designated Healthy Ageing as one of the school’s strategic priority areas. The goal is to better integrate and extend university-wide efforts to address the health and social needs of an ageing population through research, training and practice, and encourage more students to pursue careers where they can make a difference in this field.
To achieve this ambition, the School of Health is establishing a new academic position, the Professor of Healthy Ageing, to provide leadership and join an integrated multidisciplinary team of researchers in the recently formed Healthy Ageing Research Cluster. Our vision is to enhance the health and wellbeing of older adults living in regional communities through innovative and proactive approaches to promote functional ability and independent living. This vision is reflected in the six research themes of the cluster and recognises that the health of older adults is determined by the functional capacity of the individual, and their functional capability determined by the environment and communities in which they live.
The Healthy Ageing Research Cluster brings together more than 50 members of academic staff, including nine research active staff at the level of Professor or Associate Professor, and a large group of early-mid career researchers. Cluster members represent a wide range of discipline from the School of Health, the School of Business and Creative Industries, the School of Science, Technology and Engineering, the School of Law and Society, as well as the UniSC Thompson Institute. As a collective, members of the research cluster have generated more than $6million in research revenue and published ~700 papers over the past five years. Our research is partnered with local and international collaborators, including leading providers of residential and in-home aged care services.
The Professor of Healthy Ageing will aim to:
About you:
Our ideal candidate is a visionary leader with a passion for advancing healthy ageing research, a dedication to improving aged care services, and the ability to inspire and mentor the next generation of healthcare professionals.
You will possess a comprehensive blend of academic excellence, leadership prowess, and a deep commitment to advancing healthy ageing research. You will hold a doctoral qualification in ageing research or a related field, and a nuanced understanding of the complexities inherent in promoting health and well being among older adults. Your expertise extends beyond academia, encompassing extensive experience in supervising and mentoring both emerging and established researchers, ensuring the timely fruition of impactful research endeavours.
Our ideal candidate would boast a profound reputation within the academic community, both nationally and internationally. Your distinguished research program, characterised by competitive grants, strategic industry partnerships, and a portfolio of high-impact publications, will seamlessly complement the existing research profile of the School of Health. In addition to your research strengths, you will possess a proven track record of excellence in teaching, marked by innovative pedagogical approaches and tangible contributions to student learning outcomes. Your leadership will extend beyond the confines of the classroom, with a keen ability to foster collaborative relationships and cultivate strategic alliances with key stakeholders across diverse sectors.
Selection criteria:
UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at unisc-careers@usc.edu.au or call +61 7 5430 2830.
Professor of Healthy Ageing_candidate prospectus.pdf
All applications must be lodged through our website. To apply please visit our website at: Careers at UniSC
Applications for this position close midnight, Friday 2 June 2024.
Your completed application will include a detailed response to the selection criteria, an up-to-date CV and a cover letter expressing your interest in this role.
Further information regarding how to prepare your application is available on our website: Join our team
UniSC does not accept unsolicited applications. For agency inquiries, contact unisc-careers@usc.edu.au
We would love the opportunity to get to know you better, but we know it works both ways. To get to know a little more about us, visit us at: Welcome to UniSC and LinkedIn Life
Have questions or want to know more? For a confidential discussion, please contact:
Foundation Dean of Health,
aperkins1@usc.edu.au
or
Kristie Husk
Talent Acquisition Manager
+61 418 884 610 or khusk@usc.edu.au
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