The Royal Melbourne Hospital is one of Australia’s leading public healthcare providers. Join the team. Build a career. We are looking for a passionate and dedicated individual to join The Royal Melbourne Hospital.

Bioethicist – Indigenous Health Practice, Education and Research

Royal Melbourne Hospital

• Full time, ongoing position.
• 5 weeks annual leave, ADOs and Salary Packaging!
• Be the lead and champion of our First Nations Health Programs!

Benefits of Working at RMH:

At The Royal Melbourne Hospital, we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to:

• Access Fantastic Salary Packaging Options: Enjoy retail discounts and exclusive staff fitness benefits.
• Make an Impact: Our First Nations Health Unit is committed to improving the health and wellbeing of First Nations people through advocacy, education and support.
• Professional Growth: Access ongoing training and development opportunities to advance your career. "Excellence Together" is one of our key values, emphasising that true excellence is only possible when we work as one.
• Lead with Kindness in a Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a passionate team of professionals who are committed to excellence and innovation in healthcare.

About The Role:

The Bioethicist – Indigenous Health Practice, Education and Research will lead a program of education and training to improve the staff learning experience and outcomes across new and existing First Nations Health. This position will lead growing, increasingly productive, high-quality Indigenous Health Research, scholarship and creative activities, generating high impact output.

Working alongside a collaborative, supportive team, you will provide ethical expertise and leadership in service of effective, efficient, culturally safe care, as well as deliver training and support to the First Nations Health Unit to identify, analyse and resolve ethical issues arising in patient care, including participation in clinical ethics case consultation.

About You:

• PhD in a relevant discipline (e.g. Bioethics, Health Ethics, Health Law).
• Commitment to live the Melbourne Way - putting people first, leading with kindness and achieving excellence together.
• Excellent record of scholarly teaching or health professional training.
• Nationally recognised research reputation underpinned by publications in quality journals.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a proven ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with First Nations colleagues and communities.

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Interested in Applying?

If this opportunity resonates with you and you have the experience and qualifications we’re looking for, we encourage you to apply without delay. We’re reviewing applications and scheduling interviews immediately. Advertising may cease prior to the stated closing date. For a confidential discussion or more information, please reach out using the contact details above.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check and a Working with Children Check.

Please note: This position is for applicants only. We do not accept applications from recruitment agencies or third-party representatives.

The RMH stands in solidarity with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in work and care. We are proud to be a workplace that champions diversity, inclusion and equality for our staff and our community.  Our goal is for our people to feel safe, included and supported so that they can be at their best every single day. We encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply to our vacancies, and will consider adjustments to support such applications.