The College is committed to enabling the development of discipline-specific knowledge through support of members undertaking research.
The development of knowledge that informs clinical practice, health service delivery or paramedic education is critical to the development of the profession. Well-designed and executed research will provide the basis for evidence-based practice, particularly in areas where knowledge is lacking or incomplete.
Although universities and research centres have an obligation to provide appropriate supervision, statistical support and the infrastructure required to undertake research, the College recognises there are additional costs associated with research that may not be covered by universities and research centres. Such costs may be eligible for a College research grant.
There is one funding round per year. Applications open in March and close 31 May, with grants being awarded shortly thereafter.
The Early Career Research (ECR) Grant intends to support paramedic researchers transitioning from completion of a higher degree by research (HDR) into the post-doctoral ECR period.
This grant seeks to engage future researchers and develop paramedicine research capacity by embedding a novice researcher in the team. Additionally, the grant seeks to enhance collaboration between paramedic researchers across universities and ambulance services.
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The Higher Degree by Research (HDR) Grant seeks to support paramedics engaged in HDR research (excluding Honours) through modest research project support.
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The Research Dissemination and Translation Grant seeks to support the dissemination of research through conference presentation, publication or similar means.
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For complete details on College research grants, including the application process, please visit College Grants.