Positions Vacant

Expression of Interest: TSANZ Joint Annual Scientific Meeting Convenors 2025

On behalf of the TSANZ Board and SPEC, we would like to offer an exciting opportunity for two interested members to nominate for the position of joint Annual Scientific Meeting convenor for 2025 (to be held at the National Convention Centre Canberra).

As co-convenor, you'll have the opportunity to work closely with and be supported by members of SPEC and to assist in designing the ASM program and networking sessions.

Interested applicants are invited to submit an expression of interest, with a brief 1-page outline of your research and clinical expertise, past involvement in TSANZ, along with prior experiences with education and conference organisations. If you have any questions relating to the application, please email Nieves Piaggio at [email protected].

Application for the EOI will close 25 September 2024.

Expression of Interest: TSANZ Living Kidney Donation Clinical Working Group Members

Introduction:

The Transplantation Society of Australia and New Zealand (TSANZ), with support from the Organ and Tissue Authority (OTA), is pleased to announce the formation of the Living Kidney Donation Clinical Working Group.

The committee will be comprised of clinicians with expertise in living kidney donation. The group will play a pivotal role in enhancing clinical practices, policy development and research related to living kidney donation.

Purpose:

The Living Kidney Donation Clinical Working Group aims to:

  • Promote best practices in living kidney donation.

  • Develop guidelines and policies to improve donor and recipient outcomes.

  • Facilitate research and innovation in living donor transplantation.

  • Foster collaboration among professionals and patient representative groups with an interest in the field.

Roles and Expertise:

We are seeking expressions of interest from clinicians with diverse expertise including:

  • Nephrologists with a role in the referral and follow-up of living kidney donors and recipients

  • Transplant Physicians

  • Transplant Surgeons – donor and recipient

  • Transplantation and living donation Coordinators

  • Social workers, psychologists or psychiatrists specialising in donor/recipient counselling

  • Nurses and Allied Health Professionals with transplant and living donor experience

  • Ethicists with an interest in living kidney donation

How to Apply:

Please submit your expression of interest by midday, Friday, 20th September 2024 by providing the following:

  • A brief biography or CV highlighting relevant experience.

  • A statement of interest detailing why you wish to join the group and what you hope to contribute.

  • Contact information.

For further information click here.

Submit your application to Kim Rawson, TSANZ Project Manager, [email protected].

Expression of Interest: TSANZ Finance Committee Member/s

Introduction:

The Transplantation Society of Australia and New Zealand (TSANZ) is seeking expressions of interest from dedicated professionals to join its Finance Committee. We are particularly interested in individuals with experience in securing sponsorships and donations to support our mission and activities.

About TSANZ:

TSANZ is the leading professional body for transplantation in Australia and New Zealand, dedicated to promoting and encouraging the highest standards of clinical practice and research in transplantation. Our Finance Committee plays a crucial role in ensuring the financial sustainability and growth of the Society.

Role and Responsibilities:

As a member of the TSANZ Finance Committee, you will:

·          Participate in the development and implementation of financial strategies.

·          Identify and engage potential sponsors and donors to support TSANZ’s initiatives.

·          Assist in preparing and reviewing financial reports and budgets.

·          Collaborate with other committee members to ensure the effective financial management of the Society.

·          Provide advice and recommendations on financial matters to the TSANZ Board.

Qualifications and Experience:

We are seeking individuals with the following skills:

·          Experience seeking and securing sponsorships and donations.

·          Experience in financial management, fundraising, or a related field.

·          Strong networking and communication skills.

·          Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team.

·          Passion for supporting the goals and objectives of TSANZ.

Time Commitment:

·          The committee meets quarterly with additional meetings as needed.

·          Participation in fundraising events and initiatives.

Application Process:

To express your interest in joining the TSANZ Finance Committee, please submit the following by September 13, 2024:

·          A brief biography or resume highlighting your relevant experience.

·          A statement of interest detailing your experience in seeking sponsorships and donations and your motivation for joining the committee.

·          Contact information.

Please submit your application to Nieves Piaggio, TSANZ Executive Officer, [email protected].

Contact Information:

For further information or inquiries and for a copy of the terms of reference, please contact Nieves Piaggo at [email protected].

We look forward to your EOI and appreciate your interest in supporting the TSANZ.

Expression of Interest: TSANZ Representative for the Transplant Australia Play Well Participation Grant Steering Group

About the Play Well Participation Grant Program

The Program is supported by the Commonwealth Australian Sports Commission by investing in new programs that address the barriers to participation and increase involvement in sport and physical activity.  The objectives of the Program are to support organisations to contribute to the following priorities:

  • Increase involvement in sport and physical activity through the provision of inclusive and quality sport and physical activity experiences, and

  • Address the barriers to sport and physical activity and provide more opportunities to be involved in sport and physical activity programs for those in the community who face the most barriers.

Eligibility Criteria

We are seeking a TSANZ member who:

  • Demonstrates a commitment to improving the quality of life for transplant recipients.

  • Possesses excellent communication and teamwork skills.

  • Can commit to regular meetings and active participation in the steering group.

For further information, please see the EOI, here.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their Expression of Interest by midday Friday 13th of September 2024. Please include:

  1. A brief personal statement outlining your interest in the role and how your expertise will contribute to the Play Well Participation Grant Steering Group.

Please send your application to Kim Rawson, TSANZ Project Manager. If you have any questions or require further information, feel free to contact Kim at [email protected].

ANZDATA/ANZSN Epidemiology Fellow Part Time (0.5FTE), 12- Month Contract

  • Unique opportunity with ANZDATA Registry at SAHMRI

  • World-class health and medical research facility in Adelaide, South Australia

  • Excellent remuneration package, including salary packaging up to $15,900

At the South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute (SAHMRI), we are committed to achieving innovative, ground-breaking health and medical research that fundamentally improves the quality of life for all people.

The ANZDATA Registry provides data collection, analysis and reporting in the area of renal replacement therapy (dialysis and transplantation) and organ and tissue donation for Australia and New Zealand. Its fundamental purpose is to report on the incidence, prevalence and outcomes of dialysis and transplant treatment for patients with end stage renal disease.

The Epidemiology Fellow will be responsible for the completion of analyses and projects based on data from the ANZDATA Registry. This position will play a pivotal role in providing medical/scientific input into Registry operations, in particular to increase clinical epidemiology capacity with Australia and New Zealand, enrich quality assurance through the use of data.

This position will be available for commencement in February 2025.

For a copy of the position description, please click here.

To start your application, please click here.

For more information, please contact Kylie Hurst at [email protected]

Applications close: 11:29pm ACST Friday 5th July 2024

ANZDATA WORKING GROUP

Expression of Interest Overview

Nurse Practitioner General Member

Members of the nurse practitioner community are invited to join the Haemodialysis and Peritoneal Dialysis working groups through the Expression of Interest process. Members are selected to provide a range of skills including leadership, sub-specialty expertise, registry data analysis and teamwork with the aim of ANZDATA-based research to maximise the scientific output of ANZDATA, and to continually review the scientific basis of data collection.
The Working Group will have a role in providing advice to the ANZDATA Executive and operations around

  • Annual review of data items captured by the ANZDATA survey relevant to their area

  • Promotion and utilisation of ANZDATA data:

    • Generation of research ideas/data analysis/publication and presentations

    • Fielding queries/applications/suggestions for research from ANZDATA contributors outside the working group and, where deemed appropriate, facilitating such research
      whether that be carried out by the persons making the request, by the working group, or by a combination of the two.

  • Assistance with relevant chapter(s) for the Annual Report

  • Attendance to quarterly meetings each year (Feb, May, August and November)

Working groups

Haemodialysis Working Group Vacancies
Peritoneal Dialysis Working Group Vacancies

Expressions of Interest should be forwarded as:

1. Brief cover letter that includes which committee/working group you are expressing interest to join.
2. CV
3. Email to [email protected]

EOI for ANZDATA Working Groups

Expression of Interest Overview

Members of the Nephrology community are invited to join ANZDATA Working Group vacancies through the Expression of Interest process The Working Group has a role in providing advice to further develop registry operations, activities, and outputs, including;

* Direction of data collection

* Assessment of data requests

* Generation of research ideas/data analysis/publication and presentations

* Assistance with relevant annual report chapter(s).

Membership Opportunities

General members are selected to provide a range of skills including leadership, sub-speciality expertise, registry data analysis and teamwork with the aim of ANZDATA-based research to maximise the scientific output of ANZDATA and to continually review the scientific basis of data collection.

Advanced trainees or Early Career Researchers are selected based on demonstrated data analysis skills and (ii) current involvement in ANZDATA projects with a Letter of support from the RACP supervisor or Head of Unit.

Email enquiries to [email protected]

Working groups with vacancies

•            Aotearoa NZ WG are seeking two Advanced Trainees  (https://www.anzdata.org.au/anzdata/about/working-groups/aotearoa-new-zealand-working-group/)

•            Peritoneal Dialysis WG are seeking a General Member and an Advanced Trainee (https://www.anzdata.org.au/anzdata/about/working-groups/peritoneal-dialysis-working-group/)

•            Paediatric WG are seeking an Advanced Trainee (https://www.anzdata.org.au/anzdata/about/working-groups/paediatric/)

 Expressions of interest should be forwarded as:

1. Brief cover letter that includes which committee/working group you are expressing interest to join.

2. CV

3. Email to [email protected]