Indigenous Community Health Research Officer (Identified)

• Employment Type: Fixed Term – until Aug 2027

• Remuneration: $103K to $110K (depending on experience) + 17% super
• Location:  NSW

UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. It is home to many leading Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander scholars who do vital work for their communities and the nation more broadly. UNSW is passionate about creating a vibrant, inclusive environment where our Indigenous staff can shine. Our Indigenous Employee Network meets monthly to cultivate community and connection. We also hold regular yarning circles.  We understand the importance of cultural and ceremonial responsibilities, offering 10 days of cultural leave to honour these commitments. 

This position is open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants only and covered by the exemption under section 126 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).

About the role:

The Research Officer supports multidisciplinary research projects focused on codesigned health research and innovation within the Department of Indigenous Studies.

The role provides technical and research support to senior staff across a range of projects, including the contribution and application of knowledge in the field of translational health research with Aboriginal people to a range of projects conducted within the Department of Indigenous Studies.  

The role involves gathering health data through exercise programs and engaging participants during program delivery. You will need to travel to remote communities across NSW to collect data, following tailored protocols specific to each research site.

Additional responsibilities include preparing technical reports, manuscripts, and grant applications; supporting ethical and governance processes; coordinating research activities to meet project timelines.

This position reports to Associate Professor Kylie Gwynne and is funded until August 2027. Candidates can be based anywhere in NSW, with occasional travel to UNSW's campus as required.

Who You Are:

We are looking for someone who is aligned with UNSW’s vision and values and who holds the following:

• Previous community engagement work and working with Indigenous community in particular
• Previous experience working in the field of health, sport or physical training is desirable
• A degree in nursing, health, sport/exercise or a Certificate IV in Fitness would be highly regarded
• Demonstrated experience in building respectful, trust-based relationships with at-risk communities and marginalised groups
• Experience in supporting research - knowledge of research protocols, experimental design and planning as involved in developing research projects and reporting against milestones would be ideal – but can be trained
• Experience working with a range of computer systems and applications, including Microsoft Suite
• The ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• A valid NSW Driver Licence (a personal vehicle is not required; rental vehicles will be provided when field work is required)

If you don’t meet the exact criteria above but you’re still keen to apply, we’d still love to hear from you. You will need to be comfortable with regular travel (once a week for a few days in a row sometimes depending on the task, for most weeks of the year). Most of the travel will happen in NSW and occasionally in other states.

How to Apply: please submit your resume – feel free to add a cover letter as it can help to bring your resume to life (but not essential).

Applications close: 30 Sep 2025 at 7pm

In addition to creative a safe and inclusive workplace for our Indigenous staff, we offer other great staff benefits, such career development opportunities, a generous superannuation, additional leave over the end of the year, and other discounts. You can find more information here.

To find out more about how we support our Indigenous staff and grow their careers, refer to this page Careers at UNSW for Indigenous Australians | UNSW Sydney

To access our Indigenous Strategy, refer to https://www.indigenous.unsw.edu.au/

Any questions?

For any questions about the recruitment process, the role, or if you need an adjustment or to submit your application in an alternative format, contact your recruiter, Chloe Gane chloe.gane@unsw.edu.au 

For any questions about the kind of support available for our Indigenous staff, get in touch with our Manager, Indigenous Employment, Nat Chenhall n.chenhall@unsw.edu.au  

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.