Description
We are seeking a candidate with a First Class Honours degree or equivalent in a health-related field with an understanding of mixed methods and demonstrated research experience including systematic reviews and analysis of primary and secondary data. Australian citizenship or permanent residency is required and candidates whose first language is not English should have a minimum IELTS score of 7 (with no band below 6.5). Applicants with a history of peer-reviewed published papers are preferred.
Successful candidates will work under the supervision of leading international experts in the field of forensic science and medicine, based in the Department of Forensic Medicine.
The successful student will have a background in medicine or health science in addition to excellent communication and organisational skills. This is an opportunity to conduct research in a world-class forensic medicine institute, in a friendly and highly interactive research environment of both staff and students.
To apply, email your CV highlighting prior experience in research (e.g. publications) and a cover letter with a statement of interest and a copy of your academic transcript to Jennifer Schumann in the Department of Forensic Medicine at jennifer.schumann@monash.edu
Essential criteria:
Minimum entry requirements can be found here: https://www.monash.edu/admissions/entry-requirements/minimum
Keywords
forensic medicine, forensic toxicology, forensic epidemiology, addiction, coroners data, drug overdose, illicit drugs, fatalities, emergency department, clinical toxicology
School
School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine » Forensic Medicine
Available options
PhD/Doctorate
Time commitment
Full-time
Top-up scholarship funding available
No
Physical location
School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, 553 St Kilda Road, Melbourne VIC 3004
Research webpage