Job Title: Chair in Midwifery
We are seeking a dynamic and strategic leader to guide a cutting-edge Midwifery Research Program, developed in close collaboration with the Women's and Children's Services Leadership Team and the Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer.
About the Role:
* Provide academic and professional leadership to clinical and academic staff and students at Barwon Health and Deakin University.
* Lead midwifery-focused research programs and develop inquiry-based research to enhance clinical practice.
* Promote quality, safe care for women and infants throughout the perinatal period.
* Drive improved healthcare outcomes through strategic research and clinical initiatives.
* Enhance professional recognition for the midwifery profession.
Responsibilities:
* Lead and plan the midwifery research program, prioritising research and education needs, and collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure alignment with the strategic priorities.
* Foster collaborations with academic institutions, healthcare providers, government agencies, and professional groups locally, nationally, and internationally to advance midwifery research and practice.
* Teach, mentor, and drive professional Development by contributing to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, mentor junior staff and HDR students, and support career development for early to mid-career researchers.
* Drive high-quality, impactful midwifery research, secure funding, publish in reputable journals, and contribute to the advancement of midwifery research globally.
* Represent the team in various forums, advocate for the midwifery profession, and promote the partnership as a centre of excellence in midwifery research.