Employment Type: Temporary Part-Time up to May 2027
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 2
Remuneration: $114,251 - $134,809 pro rata + Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 24
Requisition ID: REQ669347
Applications Close: Sunday 5 July 2026
What you'll be doing:
The Rural Innovation and Research Coordinator will build innovation and research translation capability and opportunity across rural settings within Hunter New England Local Health District by providing education, training and mentoring to support health service-led innovation and research activity. Based in one of our rural sites, the role will facilitate collaborative innovation and research translation projects that respond to local health service needs, population health priorities and opportunities for improvement across rural and regional communities. The overall vision is for the Coordinator to ensure staff and collaborators in rural settings have access to innovation and research support, contributing to the development of a learning health system across Hunter New England LHD, where evidence, innovation, improvement and research are embedded into everyday practice to improve patient, staff and community outcomes.
About you:
You will have tertiary qualifications in a relevant field or equivalent work experience, or a combination of study and work experience, with demonstrated understanding of health service operations and health services research design and methodologies. You will bring knowledge and experience in implementation science, improvement science and research translation, along with a proven track record in designing, conducting and disseminating research, innovation or quality improvement projects. You will also have experience successfully translating research findings, evidence-based practice and new models of care into policy and practice, including evaluating their impact. High level written and verbal communication skills will be essential, along with the ability to work collaboratively with clinicians, managers, researchers, consumers and other key stakeholders.
What we can offer you:
At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:
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For role related queries or questions, contact Sam Wieczorek, District Innovation Lead - HNE Innovation Office at [email protected]
An eligibility list will be created for future full or part time vacancies.
Information for Applicants:
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp
This is a Category B position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category B positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact [email protected] for confidential support.
