Postgraduate Scholarship

The University of Sydney

HCF Research Foundation Postgraduate Scholarship in Quantitative Analysis in Health Services Research

DESCRIPTION

A full-time postgraduate scholarship is available for a suitably qualified candidate with a relevant undergraduate or Master's degree in statistics. This project will include, but not be limited to, the evaluation of a large scale telemonitoring solution which is about to be deployed by a private health insurance company to its members with chronic disease. The solution involves remote home monitoring of patient biometrics including using glucometers and blood pressure measurement devices. It is at the forefront of telehealth and offers potential to change the future of health care delivery. The PhD scholar will focus on the quantitative analyses of data for evaluation of this telemonitoring solution, which will include both randomised and observational study designs. Analyses will include multivariate linear and logistic models as well as causal inference methods. An additional component that relates to analysis of health economic data may be available. The PhD scholar will be based at The George Institute for Global Health (www.georgeinstitute.org ), commencing their candidature in Semester 2, 2014 at The University of Sydney.

ELIGIBILITY

It would be advantageous, but not essential, for applicants to have knowledge of the Australian health system. The applicant must have a particular interest in the development of methodological expertise in implementation and improvement science, with an emphasis on quantitative evaluation methods. The applicant must have demonstrable prior training in any area of applied statistics, although a specific background in biostatistics will be advantageous. Individuals who have previously worked or are currently working in either the public or private health system are encouraged to apply. Applicants must be Australian citizens, Australian permanent residents or New Zealand citizens.

AMOUNT AWARDED

The scholarship is tax exempt, valued at between $25,393 and $37,807 per annum, subject to the awardee's qualifications. The scholarship is limited to three years, subject to satisfactory progress. In addition, a generous training allowance and top-up funding will be available for suitable applicants.

APPLICATION GUIDE

Further information can be obtained from Professor Anushka Patel, The George Institute for Global Health, The University of Sydney NSW 2006 (Phone: (02) 9657 0300; E-mail: apatel@georgeinstitute.org ). Applications should be sent direct to Professor Patel at the above address and should include a curriculum vitae, a copy of an academic transcript, and the names and contact details of at least two referees. Applicants should also include a one page statement outlining a response to the eligibility criteria.

CLOSING DATE: Friday 7th April 2014