Professor of Rural Public Health

The Schools of Rural Medicine and Health are developing a joint research strategy which includes an opportunity to develop a focus of excellence in applied rural public health research. The Professor of Rural Public Health will be responsible for developing a research agenda for rural public health and for promoting and undertaking research into issues that are of relevance to rural communities, professions and industry partners across both Schools.

The successful applicant will be an outstanding scholar who will: show commitment to excellence in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and supervision; lead staff in innovative approaches to research, the development of research teams and obtaining external competitive research grants; and develop and enhance links between the University and the health professions at international, national, state and local levels.

The Professor of Rural Public Health will have an internationally regarded leadership record, with funded research, consultancies and refereed publications in rural public health. In addition, they will have extensive involvement with the professional community and government and non-government agencies in advancing Public Health.  Consideration may be given to filling the position on less than a full-time basis.

The University of New England is a well established institution situated in the beautiful city of Armidale which is surrounded by world heritage national parks and only two hours drive from the sub-tropical mid north coast of NSW. Recognised as a centre for culture, Armidale is well served with high quality art, music and theatre. The educational resources, from primary school to university, are second to none in regional Australia.  http://www.armidaletourism.com.au/

Informal enquiries may be directed to Professor John Fraser, Head, School Rural Medicine, phone: (02) 6773 2751 or email: jfrase22@une.edu.au or Professor Steve Campbell, Head, School of Health, phone: (02) 6773 2975 or email: scampb44@une.edu.au.

For further information about the Schools visit: http://www.une.edu.au/rural-medicine/ or http://www.une.edu.au/health/

Remuneration:  A competitive remuneration package will be negotiable for an outstanding appointee. The University offers generous superannuation and attractive salary packaging options.

Closing Date:   11 January 2010

Reference No:  209/165w

An application package, including selection criteria that must be addressed, may be obtained from the adjacent link titled "Information Package" or by phoning Mrs Lisa Allen, (02) 6773 3417 or email:  lisa.allen@une.edu.au . 
Applications will be received up to 5pm on the closing date. 

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