PhD Scholarship Opportunity - Developing the Next Generation of Evidence-Based Rheumatology ResearchersJob No.
: ******Location: 509 St Kilda Road, MelbourneEmployment Type: Full-timeDuration: 3-year fixed-term appointmentRemuneration: The successful applicant will receive a Research Living Allowance, at current value of $41,400 AUD per annum **** full-time rate (tax-free stipend), indexed plus allowances as per RTP stipend scholarship conditions at: a world-leading research team developing the future of evidence-based rheumatology.Applications are invited for a fully supported PhD scholarship at Monash University to undertake innovative research in the development, implementation and evaluation of living clinical practice guidelines in rheumatology.About The ProjectLiving guidelines represent a transformative approach to evidence synthesis and clinical guideline development.
By combining continuous evidence surveillance with state-of-the-art systematic review methods, GRADE methodology and digital guideline platforms, living guidelines ensure that clinical recommendations remain current as new evidence emerges.ANZMUSC has been a global leader in this field, developing the world's first living guidelines for inflammatory arthritis.
The successful candidate will contribute to the ongoing development and evaluation of these internationally recognised guidelines while undertaking original research suitable for a PhD.Research FocusDevelopment and evaluation of living evidence synthesis methodsSystematic reviews and meta-analysesTranslation of research evidence into clinical practice recommendationsApplication of GRADE methodology and Evidence-to-Decision frameworksUse and evaluation of digital guideline platforms (MAGICapp)Implementation science and knowledge translation in rheumatologyInvestigation of innovative approaches to maintaining high-quality, evidence-based clinical guidelinesEvaluating the impact of guideline recommendations on clinical practice in patient careTraining OpportunitiesSystematic review and meta-analysisEvidence synthesis and critical appraisalGRADE guideline development methodologyLiving evidence methodsClinical epidemiologyScientific writing and publicationResearch presentation and stakeholder engagementCollaboration with multidisciplinary and consumer-inclusive research teamsThe candidate will work alongside an experienced evidence synthesis team, guideline developers, clinicians, statisticians, librarians and consumer representatives.SupervisionThe successful applicant will be supervised by internationally recognised leaders in evidence-based medicine, guideline methodology and rheumatology, including Professor Rachelle Buchbinder, Dr Samuel Whittle and Professor Denise O'Connor supported by an experienced multidisciplinary research team.Research EnvironmentAs part of ANZMUSC, the successful candidate will join Australia's leading collaborative musculoskeletal clinical research network, working alongside more than 400 researchers, clinicians, consumers and policymakers across Australia and New Zealand.




The successful candidate will become part of an internationally respected research program at the forefront of living evidence and guideline methodology.During the PhD, the successful candidate will have opportunities to:Publish in high-impact peer-reviewed journalsParticipate in National and international collaborationsDeliver conference presentationsParticipate in world-leading methodological researchDevelop skills applicable to careers in academia, clinical research and evidence-based healthcareFlexible working arrangements are available, with many aspects of the research able to be undertaken remotely, making this an excellent opportunity for candidates based in metropolitan, regional or rural locations.EligibilityAustralian citizenship, Recent Zealand citizenship or Australian permanent residency.
This scholarship is not open to international applicants.Eligibility to enrol in a PhD at Monash University.A medical degree or honours degree (or equivalent) in a relevant health or biomedical discipline.An interest in evidence-based medicine, rheumatology, epidemiology or clinical research.Strong analytical and communication skills.A commitment to improving healthcare through high-quality research.Previous experience in systematic reviews or guideline development is desirable but not essential.Closing Date: Monday 7 December ****, 11:55pm AEDT
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📌 Phd Scholarship Opportunity - Developing The Next Generation Of Evidence-Basedrheumatology Researchers (Melbourne)
🏢 Monash University
📍 Melbourne