- Division Provost
__jobinformationwidget.freetext.LocationText__ Blacktown, AU
- Contract Type Full-Time
Job ID: REF1619Z
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- Full-time, Fixed-Term position until 2 July 2028.
- Part-time appointments considered for suitable candidates.
- Based at Blacktown Clinical School with occasional requirements to work at other sites.
- Salary: Academic Level A $97,153 – $117,376 per annum, plus 17% Super and Leave Loading.
- NSW Employee Working with Children Clearance (WWCC) & National Police Check (NPC) Required.
Conduct and translate midwifery research that strengthens evidence-informed care for women, babies, families and communities. The Opportunity We're looking for an Associate Fellow to support a joint venture between Western Sydney University and Western Sydney Local Health District, advancing midwifery research and practice. Working under the direction of the Clinical Chair in Midwifery, you will undertake research activities across the full research lifecycle and collaborate with academic, clinical and community partners. You will coordinate literature reviews, participant recruitment, data collection and research documentation in accordance with approved ethics protocols and University requirements. You will maintain high-quality research data management practices, contribute to qualitative and quantitative analysis, and support the preparation of reports, conference presentations, practitioner resources and scholarly publications.
You will also build productive relationships with health service partners, government agencies and professional networks to support collaborative research initiatives. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to research grant development, support research capability building, and help translate research findings into practical outcomes that benefit women, babies, families and communities.
What Success Looks Like:
- Deliver high-quality, ethics-compliant research activities including recruitment, data collection and documentation.
- Maintain accurate and secure research data systems that support analysis, reporting and publication.
- Contribute to reports, conference presentations, practitioner resources and scholarly publications.
- Build effective partnerships with health service, government and university stakeholders.
- Support research grant development and research capability across project teams.
Please refer to the Position Description for full details. About You We're looking for someone who brings a mix of clinical expertise, research experience and a collaborative approach. You will have:
- Registration (or eligibility for registration) as a Nurse or Midwife with AHPRA, or relevant clinical experience in midwifery or a related health discipline.
- A PhD in Midwifery, Nursing, Health or a related field, or be working towards one. Equivalent research qualifications and experience will also be considered.
- Experience contributing to research projects across the full research lifecycle, from literature reviews and participant recruitment through to data collection, analysis, reporting and dissemination.
- A track record of contributing to publications, conference presentations and other research outputs.
- Strong relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively with health services, government agencies, professional bodies and other key stakeholders.
Working With Children Check & National Police Check: Appointment to this position is subject to the successful candidate holding, or obtaining, a current:
- NSW Employee Working with Children Check Clearance in accordance with the NSW Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012,
- Satisfactory National Police Check.
Benefits We invest in the people who make our mission possible. Alongside a rewarding career, we offer a range of benefits designed to support your financial, personal and family wellbeing.
- Financial benefits: Access to staff-only products and offers with selected banking partners, salary sacrifice options for onsite parking, and novated motor vehicle leasing.
- Health and wellbeing support: Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP), complimentary annual flu vaccination, eligibility for Fitness Passport membership, and access to discounted private health cover.
- Onsite childcare: Long day care and early learning services operate at our Campbelltown, Hawkesbury, Parramatta, and Penrith campuses.
Staff may be eligible for discounted fees and salary packaging, with places subject to centre capacity.
Application Details
- Position Enquiries: Direct to Professor Donna Hartz, Clinical Chair in Midwifery via
[email protected]. Please include the job reference code REF1619Z.
- Closing Date: 11:59pm, Sunday 16 August 2026.
- Working Rights: You must provide evidence of full-time working rights in Australia at application.
- How to Apply: Please note that only applications submitted via the University’s online recruitment system will be considered. As part of your online application, you will be asked to respond to screening questions addressing the key qualifications, experiences and skills required for this position.
Belonging at Western We are committed to substantive equality as outlined in our Equal Chance Policy. We actively encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, candidates of all gender identities and expressions, people of all abilities, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. For Reasonable Adjustments during the application process, please contact
[email protected].
About Western This is your prospect to be part of something bigger. By joining Western Sydney University, you become a valued member of our community. As our region changes, so too does our university. Western is boldly different, energetic, global, diverse, dynamic, and youthful.
Our mission is to deliver student success, impactful research, and stronger communities. As part of our team, you will have a stake in shaping the future of education, broadening horizons, and changing lives. Making a difference starts at Western.
For the latest please visit our website and LinkedIn.
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About Western Western Sydney University was established in 1989, bringing together a number of existing higher education institutions across the region to create a single, unified university for Western Sydney. Founded with a strong commitment to accessibility and community engagement, the University was designed to expand educational opportunities for one of Australia’s most diverse and rapidly growing regions.
Over the years, it has evolved into a world-class institution known for its innovation, research excellence, and focus on equity and social justice—continuing to play a vital role in shaping the future of Greater Western Sydney and beyond.
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