Australia-Postgraduate Scholarship in Antenatal Screening

Menzies School of Health Research, Australia

Scholarship to investigate the views of Aboriginal women, their families and their health service providers about antenatal screening for foetal anomalies such as Down Syndrome and neural tube defects. Part of NHMRC-funded project studying the cultural, consumer awareness and systemic factors that influence Aboriginal womens uptake of screening tests in pregnancy. Suitable for candidates with a background in public health, Indigenous health, midwifery, medicine, nursing, anthropology or social sciences. Expressions of interest are invited for this project leading to the degree of PhD or Master of Science (candidates must meet entry requirements for degree).

Based in Northern Territory, at MSHR or Charles Darwin University. Must have the ability and willingness to undertake regular travel to remote communities. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. Due to the specific nature of this position, only female candidates will be considered

Provideb by Menzies School of Health Research, this scholarship will be undertaken at Charles Darwin University or other Australian institution. The subject of study is Aboriginal womens uptake of screening tests in pregnancy. The research should be in one of these fields:

• Anthropology
• Cultural studies,Medical and Health Science
• Nursing
• Public health and health services
• Studies in Human Society

This scholarship is eligible for female who is an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident. The amount of scholarship would be AUD30000 (maximum per annum). This award is to be used for living expenses. This scholarship is paid for the period of 2 years if masters or 3 years if PhD

To apply for this scholarship you must apply directly to the scholarship provider . For further information, you can contact:

Dr Alice Rumbold
Menzies School of Health Research
Phone: +61 8 8922 8505
Email: alice.rumbold@menzies.edu.au