Dr. Nigel Barr is an accomplished academic and researcher with a diverse background spanning paramedicine, nursing, and education. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of the Sunshine Coast (USC), complemented by a wealth of qualifications including a Graduate Certificate in Applied Statistics from SUT, a Graduate Certificate in Professional Learning from USC, Graduate Diploma Advanced Nursing Practice (ICU) from University of Melbourne, and Advanced Diploma of MICA Studies from Monash University.
Currently serving as an Associate Professor at USC, Dr. Barr has held various leadership roles within the university, including Discipline Leader for Paramedicine and Urgent Care. He has been instrumental in program coordination and curriculum development, contributing significantly to the advancement of paramedicine education. Dr. Barr's commitment to academic excellence is evidenced by his previous membership on the UniSC Academic Board and involvement in student academic appeals committees.
In addition to his academic responsibilities, Dr. Barr is deeply engaged in external professional organizations, where he holds leadership positions such as Treasurer of the Australasian Council of Paramedicine Deans and Queensland Representative for the Australian Vascular Access Society. He also actively contributes to research and grant activities, serving as a grant reviewer for organizations like the Emergency Medicine Foundation and participating in numerous scientific committees and advisory groups.
Dr. Barr's research portfolio is extensive, focusing primarily on paramedicine, interprofessional education, and infection control practices. He has secured funding through both external and internal grants, enabling him to conduct groundbreaking studies and publish widely in prestigious journals. His dedication to advancing knowledge in his field is further demonstrated by his extensive list of peer-reviewed journal articles, conference presentations, and invited talks.
Throughout his career, Dr. Barr has demonstrated a steadfast commitment to improving healthcare education and practice, earning him recognition as a leader and innovator in the field of paramedicine. His contributions continue to shape the future of paramedic training and patient care, making a lasting impact on both the academic community and the broader healthcare sector.
Professional Memberships
- Australasian College of Paramedicine
- Australasian Council of Paramedicine Deans
Research Grants
| Project name | Investigators | Funding body (Amount A$) | Year |
| Learning together to work together: Developing best practice and credentialing frameworks for interprofessional education for health disciplines at USC | Bogossian, F., Barr, N., Carter, R., Craven, D., George, K., Hamilton, A., Henderson, A., Katsikitis, M., Masters, N., Nash, G., Pelly, F., Taylor, J. | USC Commissioned Learning & Teaching Program Grant A$30,000 | 2018 |
Research areas
- infection control
- teaching and learning of paramedic science
Teaching areas
- Clinical Systems
- Medical Emergencies
Associate Professor Nigel Barr's specialist areas of knowledge include paramedic science, medical emergencies, adaptation to climate change, infection control, and teaching and learning of clinical science.