Indigenous Research Officer

• $98,334 to $107,565
• Ongoing, full-time
• Gardens Point

• Reference number: 24259
• Term: Ongoing, full-time basis
• Remuneration: $116,370 to $127,294 pa (HEW7) (inclusive of $98,334 to $107,565 salary pa, 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading)
• Location: Gardens Point
• Open to: Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people. For this position it is a genuine occupational requirement that it be filled by an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person as permitted by and arguable under sections 25, 104 and 105 of the Queensland Anti-Discrimination Act (1991).

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking a Indigenous Research Officer to join Carumba Institute, Indigenous Strategy, Chancellery Division.

The Indigenous Research Officer will be responsible for developing relationships and partnerships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, Traditional Owners, and community organisations to support co-design, co-lead research and Indigenous-led research frameworks for the Carumba Institute.

About us

QUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a 'real world' focus. We are an ambitious and collaborative institution that seeks to equip our students and graduates with the skills they will need in an increasingly disrupted and challenged world.

The Carumba Institute provides a world class Indigenous research and educational environment that enhances Black Knowing for real world research impact, foregrounding Indigenous sovereignty, and centring an Indigenous humanity. We recognise the centrality of land to Indigenous Australian culture, identity and spirituality; the significance of intellectual work that affirms Indigenous Australian rights to country; and the criticality of Indigenous Australian knowledges to a sustainable future. The Carumba Institute plays a pivotal role in the implementation of QUT’s Indigenous Australian Research Strategy (2022-2025). The strategy focuses on building and supporting Indigenous Australian research excellence and innovation with the goal of delivering transformative research. This will be achieved through, growing a critical mass of Indigenous Australian researchers, building a world-class Indigenous Australian research environment, building Indigenous Australian research capacity across the university, and strengthening engagement with Indigenous Australian communities..

What you need to succeed

A tertiary qualification and/or related work experience in research data analytics with experience in data collection analyses to enable evidence-based decision making (experience in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander studies, crime and justice or comparable subject matter area highly regarded).

Demonstrated ability to identify, build and develop collaborative relationships with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, communities, and broader stakeholders.

Experience representing an organisation and/or research team in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities’, respectfully delivering against organisational objectives and planning and preparation of research proposals.

High level written and oral communication skills with the ability to represent research effectively internally and externally, including in written and visual formats, and presentation of research outcomes at conferences.

Demonstrated knowledge of research protocols, experimental design, and planning as involved in developing research projects and reporting against milestones.

Life at QUT

We're committed to building a culture that fosters connection between people and purpose. Beyond personal and professional fulfillment, a career at QUT offers:

• A healthy work-life balance with a blend of on-campus and off-campus work arrangements for applicable positions. 
• Competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation. 
• Generous maternity leave including primary carer parental leave of up to 26 weeks (including 17% super). 
• Stay healthy with Fitness Passport and enjoy discounted rates on private health insurance. 
• Leave loading of 17.5%. 
• Purchased Leave Scheme - up to 8 extra weeks. 
• Salary Packaging Scheme for additional superannuation contributions, vehicle leasing, and on-campus services such as childcare, parking, and gyms. 
• Numerous opportunities for professional development including leadership programs and workshops, and our study assistance scheme.
• Commitment to our Indigenous Australian staff through initiatives such as the Indigenous Australian Staff Network, Cultural and Ceremonial Leave, Staff Development Workshops, and representation on university committees.
• We see diversity and inclusion as our strengths. 
• Explore more benefits of life at QUT .

In support of our

Indigenous Australians Employment Strategy

, we aspire to an Indigenous Australian workforce participation of 3.6% and we encourage Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people to join us in pursuing a fulfilling career. 

We believe in creating safe spaces for inclusivity to flourish and we know that diversity is our strength –

see our commitment

. If you’re curious, innovative, and ready to experience what a career at QUT can offer, we’re ready to meet you.  

Job opens: 25-Mar-2024

Applications Close: 08-Apr-2024 at 11.30pm

Find out more and apply by clicking Apply or the link below.

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