Chair in Midwifery (Barwon Health)

• Based at Barwon Health and Deakins Geelong Waterfront Campus
• Fulltime and fixed term (end 30 June 2030)
• Level E $% Superannuation

Are you ready to make a profound impact in midwifery research We are seeking a dynamic and strategic leader to guide a cuttingedge Midwifery Research Program developed in close collaboration with Barwon Healths Womens and Childrens Services Leadership Team and the Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer.

This pivotal role will give you the chance to shape the future of midwifery practice and innovation ensuring that the program aligns with the Barwon Health Research Strategic Plan. Your expertise will drive transformative research that supports highquality care and contributes to advancing the field.

If youre passionate about pioneering research developing strategic initiatives and working with an incredible team to make a real difference we want to hear from you.

Why work with us

At Deakin you will have access to benefits such as a variety of leave options including generous parental leave and the ability to purchase additional leave; flexible working arrangementsto help manage your worklife balance; ongoing learning and development opportunities to grow your career; an inclusive and supportive culture and environment to work in both online and on campus.

Who are we

Deakin is a cuttingedge public university in Victoria revolutionising education with 61000 students across seven campuses: Melbourne Burwood Geelong Waurn Ponds Geelong Waterfront Warrnambool Deakin University Lancaster University Indonesia (DLI) GIFT City India and our dynamic online Campus. Were proud to be a progressive and openminded university delivering the highest student satisfaction in Victoria and consistently ranked in the top 1% of the worlds universities.

As the Chair in Midwifery (Barwon Health) you will:

• Provide academic and professional leadership to clinical and academic staff and students at Barwon Health and Deakin University.
• Lead midwiferyfocused research programs and develop inquirybased 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 Barwon Health Deakin University and the midwifery profession.

In a typical week you will:

• Lead and plan the midwifery research program prioritising research and education needs and collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure alignment with Barwon Health and Deakin Universitys 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 midcareer researchers.
• Drive highquality impactful midwifery research secure funding publish in reputable journals and contribute to the advancement of midwifery research globally.
• Represent Barwon Health and Deakin University in various forums advocate for the midwifery profession and promote the Barwon HealthDeakin partnership as a centre of excellence in midwifery research.

To be successful youll have:

• Registered or eligible for registration as a midwife with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
• PhD in a relevant discipline with demonstrated academic leadership in midwifery.
• Strong interpersonal skills for building relationships with students clinicians health services university colleagues and the community.
• Experience in a mid to senior health service leadership role or current clinical practice (desirable).
• Proven teaching expertise at undergraduate and postgraduate levels with internationally recognized research and significant domestic/international research linkages.

Heres how to apply:

Please submit your updated resume a brief cover letter and responses to the Key Selection Criteria by clicking the Apply button.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role please contact Professor Nikki Phillips Dean of Nursing & Midwifery via email

For a copy of the position description please see below:

PD Chair in Midwifery (Barwon Health).pdf

Applications for this position close at 11.55pm on Sunday 29th June.

Are You Ready

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile dynamic and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people of all abilities cultures sexual orientation and genders.