About The RoleThe Victorian Collaborative Centre for Mental Health and Wellbeing is seeking a Postdoctoral Translational Research Officer to support implementation of Centre''s first Translational Research Strategy 2024-2027. This role will be instrumental in supporting research initiatives that bridge the gap between research and practice, ensuring tangible improvements in mental health and wellbeing services across Victoria.Reporting to the Translational Research Strategy Implementation Lead, the Postdoctoral Translational Research Officer will support translational research projects and initiatives, as well as project-related consultations with stakeholders, including the Collaborative Centre''s Lived Experiences Advisory Panel (LEAP), the Department of Health, non-governmental organisations (NGOs), peak bodies, people with lived and living experiences, and Victoria''s mental health workforces.About UsThe Collaborative Centre for Mental Health and Wellbeing is a Victorian public entity led by a unique Co-CEO partnership and governed by an independent skills-based Board who report to the Minister for Mental Health.The Collaborative Centre is deeply committed to achieving its vision of better mental health and wellbeing for all Victorians through collaborating and learning together. In partnership with people with lived and living experiences, our core purpose is to translate evidence into innovation and effective practice and collaborate with the workforce and researchers towards our common goal of driving groundbreaking change to Victoria''s Mental Health and Wellbeing system.AccountabilitiesSupport implementation of the Collaborative Centre''s translational research strategy, ensuring alignment with organisational goals and priorities, working collaboratively with partners, stakeholders, and contractors to design and deliver impactful translational research initiatives.Lead and support funding and grant applications relevant to translational research activities in the Strategy and work with our key partners.Attend and present research findings at relevant research meetings, and national and international conferences.Publish research papers and prepare all associated documents, such as ethics applications.Support the management of projects funded by the Collaborative Centre and contribute to proposals and submissions for additional funding, including those aligned with Victorian State budget processes.Support development of appropriate research methodologies and approaches, particularly those that champion lived experience leadership and engagement.Develop and implement processes or strategies to ensure the meaningful engagement and full participation of those with lived and living experiences to support the Collaborative Centre''s work.Support the development of more junior research colleagues through mentoring and supervision, such as PhD researchers within the Collaborative Centre.Qualifications / Specialist ExpertiseDemonstrated knowledge and experience of conducting mental health and wellbeing and/or social policy related research.Completed a PhD or equivalent qualification in mental health and wellbeing research or a related field.Demonstrated experience working with people that have a past or current lived experience of mental ill-health or psychological distress is preferable.What We OfferThe opportunity to perform meaningful work, making direct contributions toward enabling Victorians to be the healthiest people in the world.A wide range of growth and development opportunities within the department and wider Victorian Public Service & Sector.A strong commitment to work-life balance, including a diverse array of flexible working arrangements.How To ApplyApplications should include a resume and a cover letter. Click the Apply'' button to view further information about the role including key contact details and the advertisement closing date.We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated to provide responsive and quality services to all Victorians. We continue to build an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity of backgrounds and differences to realise the potential of our employees for innovation and delivering services aimed at enhancing the lives of all Victorians. All roles can be worked flexibly and we encourage applications from Aboriginal people, people with disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Please contact us if you require any adjustments to participate in the recruitment process at inclusion@health.vic.gov.au. For more information on our commitment to inclusion and diversity see inclusion and diversity at the Department of Health.Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and other pre-employment checks. Information provided will be treated in the strictest confidence in line with our Privacy Policy.The Jobs and Skills Exchange (JSE) Recruitment Policy allows for priority consideration for employees who apply through the Jobs Skills Exchange (JSE) jobs board platform. As such, these employees are strongly encouraged to submit their application through the JSE. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Post Doctoral Translational Research Officer