Background: 

The Pacific Research Centre for the Prevention of Obesity and Non-communicable Diseases (C-POND) is a collaborative research center established in 2009 by Fiji School of Medicine (now CMNHS, FNU) and Deakin University. The Centre aims to support and facilitate research related to obesity and non-communicable diseases in the Pacific Region. It works collaboratively with multiple partners and institutions both within the region and globally. It is funded primarily through research grants and project funding. It has a role in advising, supporting and leading research and research dissemination in the region, and has a strong emphasis on capacity building. 

In line with the objectives of the Fiji Institute of Pacific Health Research (FIPHR), the research arm of the College of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences (CMNHS) at the Fiji National University (FNU), C-POND will continue its work on its Strategic Thematic 2 on Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs), Inequality, Poverty, and Modernization. 

Person Specification: 

Essential:  

• A Bachelors Degree from a recognised University in Development Studies or Health.
• A certified in GEDSI Training.
• Must have over two to four years of research experience in an academic or other institution preferably have experience in an academic or other institution preferably have experience with C-POND.
• Demonstrate experience in doing research at Institutional level.
• Experience in research in the areas of Health and Nutrition.
• Experience in the design and implementation of action research projects.
• Experience in collating and writing reports, Manuscripts etc.

Desirable: 

• Must be a team player.
• Must have knowledge of research software programs and tools (EndNote, SPSS, Kobo Toolbox etc).
• Must have published papers including technical reports.
• Demonstrably good character and competence inn similar/related field.
• Must be well versed with Power Point, Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Demonstrated Research Leadership Skills.
• Able to resolve issues faced from the field with team members.
• Able to perform data entry and analysis both Quantitative and Qualitative.
• Excellent verbal, written and non-verbal communication skills.

Salary: FJD41,451.00 gross per annum plus 10% superannuation

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Application Details

All applications are to include:
 
• A letter of application addressing each of the criterion listed under the Person Specification more specifically the Essential and Desirable criteria. This application letter will form the main basis for shortlisting. Failure to provide the application letter will result in your application not being considered. 

• A detailed CV with three referees full contact details (telephone numbers and email addresses). Candidate should state their relationship with each referee (e.g. line manager, former postgraduate supervisor). 

• Copies of academic transcripts and certificates that are of relevance to the qualification requirements of the advertised position.

All applications must be submitted online using the University’s online job applications system which can be accessed at this address: https://careers.fnu.ac.fj .

Applications sent via email or manually for all positions will not be accepted.

Should you have any queries on the advertised opportunity or face difficulty in submitting the application online, please email the following:

1. HR Partner (email ID stated in the advertisement): For any queries regarding the advertised position.
2. hrat@fnu.ac.fj : For any assistance with the online application or technical issues.


Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not been contacted by Fiji National University, then your application has not been successful.

FNU is an equal opportunity employer. Preference is given to applicants holding Fiji citizenship. International applicants may be considered.