Funded through the AFL Brain Health Initiative, this part-time two-year fixed term opportunity, provides a unique opportunity to combine elite sport, clinical practice and research. The role is 0.2, one day per week which can be worked flexibly.

You will report operationally to the Chief Medical Officer working closely with Club Psychologists and the AFLW Doctor while contributing to the assessment, monitoring and long-term wellbeing of elite AFL and AFLW athletes.  The role will also engage with the broader AFL Brain Health Initiative research network to support the successful delivery of both clinical and research outcomes.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This is a newly created role that will:

• Conduct pre-season baseline, post-concussion and club-exit neurocognitive assessments across AFL and AFLW programs.
• Apply a client-centered, hypothetico-deductive approach to neuropsychological assessment and clinical opinion.
• Provide evidence-based neuropsychological feedback and recommendations to players and healthcare staff.
• Support rehabilitation recommendations arising from neuropsychological assessment.
• Manage and escalating care for players who require additional clinical support.
• Facilitate player recruitment and engagement in the AFL Brain Health Initiative research program.
• Collect, monitor and manage research data in line with ethical, privacy and governance requirements.
• Act as a key contact for players regarding brain health and Brain Health Initiative participation.

ABOUT YOU

You are a Clinical Neurologist with a:

• Masters Degree or Clinical Doctorate in Clinical Neuropsychology.
• Current AHPRA registration.
• Current Working With Children Check.
• Professional indemnity insurance.
• Current driver licence.
• Minimum two years postgraduate experience.
• Completion of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) Training, or willingness to obtain certification prior to commencement.
• Willingness to travel as required.

DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE

• Experience working in a sports medicine or elite sporting environment.
• Experience working with professional athletes.
• Experience undertaking concussion or sport-related concussion research.
• Flexibility to see players across the week to accommodate changing player schedules during peak football periods, including pre-season.

WHAT WE OFFER

• On site LINTON STREET café
• Free access to Aquatics Facilities at the Danny Frawley Centre for Health & Wellbeing
• Free parking onsite & state-of-the-art player gym access
• Discounted Saints memberships and merchandise
• Up to 40% discount on selected NEW BALANCE products
• Saints-only Linen House product pricing
• Discounted movie tickets through Hoyts

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Research shows that while men apply to jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women and other marginalised folks tend to only apply when they check every box. So, if you think you have what it takes, but don't necessarily meet every single point above, please still get in touch. We'd love to have a chat and see if you could be a great fit. 

To apply 

Applications should include a current CV with a cover letter that addresses why you are interested in working with St Kilda Football Club, why you would be an asset to our culture, and how your skills/experience would contribute to the position. 

Applications will close at 5pm, Sunday 13 September. Short-listing will commence prior to the closure of this role, so please do not delay submitting your application. 

The St Kilda Football Club is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds to apply. This includes, but is not limited to, those from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse, and LGBTQI+ communities. 

We are committed to protecting the safety and wellbeing of children and young people and fostering a “child safe” culture. All employees are required to have a valid Working With Children Check.