Applications for the Paramedic Research Mentoring Program are closed. Expressions of interest for the 2027 PRMP will open October 2027.

Research Mentoring Program

What is the Paramedic Research Mentoring Program (PRMP)?

The PRMP is a nine-month program aimed at providing paramedics with an opportunity to learn about research from experienced paramedic researchers. The program is aimed at paramedics who have an interest in learning more about research pathways and opportunities in the discipline. Successful applicants will be matched to an experienced paramedic mentor and will engage in a structured series of one-on-one mentoring sessions.

The PRMP is not an education course about research design and methods, but a mentoring program that seeks to promote engagement with research, create peer research networks, and encourage transition into formal research pathways such as higher degree by research (HDR) programs.

Testimonials

Participants in our 2023 PRMP said:

I enjoyed “The knowledge and experience of my mentor, the ability to network and the opportunities that present themselves that I otherwise would not have known about”
I enjoyed “Engaging with a mentor who had a lot of insight into my career options in research.”
“Excellent mentor allocation with informative sessions.”
“It was amazing to be a part of it.”
“My mentor was brilliant, and I look forward to remaining in contact throughout my research journey.”
“I believe the program offers mentees tremendous access to expertise and support they would normally expect from an HDR enrolment.”
Engaging with a mentor who had a lot of insight into my career options in research.
My mentor was able to work with me to identify what I wanted to achieve and supported me in these areas.

Who can be a participant, or ‘mentee’?

The program is aimed at registered paramedics who are yet to engage in any formal research training. The eligibility criteria for research mentees are:

Be a current member of the College
Hold registration under Paramedicine Board of Australia/New Zealand
NOT be currently enrolled or have completed higher degree by research (HDR) qualifications (i.e. MRes, MPhil, PhD)

Who can be a mentor?

The Committee is seeking experienced mentors with a commitment to fostering the development of the next generation of paramedic researchers. The eligibility criteria for research mentors are:

Be a current member of the College
Hold a PhD (or equivalent research qualification)
Have a demonstrable track record of research activity

What commitment is required from mentors and mentees?

The PRMP is a nine-month mentoring partnership, with mentors and mentees connecting through monthly one-on-one sessions to support learning, growth, and research development.

As our program will have participants from all across Australia and New Zealand, 1:1 meetings are usually held online, so proficiency with online meeting platforms (zoom, Teams etc) is required.

Want to be involved?

Applications for the Paramedic Research Mentoring Program are closed. Expressions of interest for the 2027 PRMP will open October 2027. For more information regarding the PRMP, please email research@paramedics.org.