Research Fellow – Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health

Job no: 0060858
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time (1 FTE); Fixed-term for 2 years
Faculty: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences
Salary: Level B – $114,645 – $136,136 p.a. plus 17% super

• Advance research for the prevention of health disparities among Indigenous communities  
• Make a difference with your expertise  
• Salary packaging, subsidised health and wellbeing services, fitness and cultural clubs, Myki discounts, and a 25% discount on graduate courses to our staff and their immediate families! 

About the Role
An exciting opportunity awaits you at the University of Melbourne's Indigenous Epidemiology and Health Unit as a Research Fellow leading Indigenous health-focused research projects. Our research spans perinatal health, early childhood, adolescent health, mental health, cardio-metabolic health, disability, and cognitive/brain health (dementia prevention). We conduct cohort studies, data linkage, intervention trials, and qualitative research to address health disparities among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians. 

This role provides a dynamic opportunity to collaborate within a dedicated team, leveraging Indigenous strengths and knowledge to understand health pathways and promote well-being across all age groups. Reporting to Professor Sandra Eades, the Associate Dean (Indigenous) and Head of the Indigenous Epidemiology Health Unit, you will contribute to the Melbourne School of Population and Global Health's academic mission while adhering to university policies, procedures, and environmental health and safety standards. Join us in advancing research for the prevention of health disparities among Indigenous communities. 

Your responsibilities will include: 

• Initiate and manage the day-to-day operations, and oversee the necessary ethics approvals.  
• Participate in relevant meetings and community activities.  
• Manage ongoing relationships with internal and external project partners and other key stakeholders.
• Maintain a sound knowledge of current University Policy and Procedures.  

Who We Are Looking For
We're seeking a Research Fellow with exceptional verbal, written, interpersonal, and organizational skills. The ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders is crucial. Ideally, you will have proven experience in managing large-scale research projects and a track record of collaboration with multi-disciplinary investigator teams. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential for identifying and resolving issues in this role. 

You will also have: 

• PhD in relevant area or equivalent professional qualification. 
• Demonstrated expertise in biostatistics, epidemiology or similar. 
• Proven track record of academic publications with demonstrated quantitative research expertise. 
• Proficiency with at least one data analysis software.

For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD. 

This position requires the incumbent to hold a current and valid Working with Children Check to ensure the University provides a safe environment for everyone. 

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia. 

Your New Team – Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences 
The Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry & Health Sciences has an enviable research record and is the University of Melbourne’s largest faculty in terms of management of financial resources, employment of academic and professional staff, teaching of undergraduate and postgraduate (including research higher degree) students and the conduct of basic and applied research. The Faculty’s annual revenue is $628m with approximately 55% of this income related to research activities. 

The Faculty has appointed Australia’s first Associate Dean (Indigenous Development) to lead the development and implementation of the Faculty’s Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), which will be aligned with the broader University – wide plan. To enable the Faculty to improve its Indigenous expertise knowledge base, the Faculty’s RAP will address Indigenous employment, Indigenous student recruitment and retention, Indigenous cultural recognition and building partnerships with the Indigenous community as key areas of development. 

What We Offer You!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses. For more information, check out our benefits  page! 

About the University of Melbourne
We’re tightly connected with the community, both at home and abroad. We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website  and stay connected with our stories and people on LinkedIn .    

Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity.  First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information please visit our Diversity and Inclusion  page. 

We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact Kim Groizard at [email protected] , with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request". 

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne. 

For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring  

Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:  

• Resume 
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience 
• The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description) 

^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to http://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/selection-criteria  

If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Katie Robertson via email at [email protected] , ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address. 

If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description. 

Position Description