Research Fellow, Indigenous Health Equity

Role type: Fixed Term for 2 years, 0.6 FTE to 1.0 FTE (negotiable) 
Faculty:  Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences 
Department/School: Onemda/Melbourne School of Population and Global Health 
Salary: Level B - $122,212 - $145,121 per annum (pro rata for part time) or Level C - $149,701 - $172,614 per annum (pro rata for part time) plus 17% superannuation 

• Contribute to Aboriginal-led research / Improve Indigenous family support / Develop data dashboard for child protection 

• Apply now to join a dedicated team working towards Indigenous health equity and family wellbeing 

• Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities. 

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Your next career opportunity 
As a Research Fellow/Senior Research Fellow in Indigenous Health Equity, you'll play a crucial role in improving support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families. You'll contribute to a program of research within an Aboriginal-led interdisciplinary team, focusing on developing a maternity service data dashboard related to child protection. This position offers you the opportunity to work collaboratively in a culturally safe environment, while furthering your research skills and contributing to the Indigenous health research workforce. 

Your responsibilities will include: 

• Conduct Data-Driven Research: Collect, manage, and analyse data to establish a maternity service data dashboard related to child protection notifications and health service data. 

• Collaborate and Engage: Work with consortium partners and stakeholders to provide high-quality technical advice and support in a culturally safe manner. 

• Contribute to Knowledge Generation: Produce high-quality academic outputs, present at conferences, and engage in knowledge translation activities. 

• Support Project Management: Oversee research activities, including protocol preparation, compliance with regulatory requirements, and data management. 

You may be a great fit if: 
You are a passionate researcher with a PhD in a relevant field, experienced in supporting academic research and working with families or in social and emotional wellbeing, with strong communication skills and a commitment to improving Indigenous health outcomes. 

You may also: 

• Hold a PhD in epidemiology, health, allied health, quantitative social science, or related disciplines. 

• Have experience in quantitative data collection, management, and analysis. 

• Possess strong project management skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively. 

• Demonstrate experience or understanding of working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. 

• Have an emerging or established track record in publications and successful grant funding. 

• Be of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent (desirable). 

For further information please refer to the attached PD. 

What we offer you! 
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including: 

• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being 

• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance 

• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance 

• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program 

For more information check out our benefits page! 

Your new team – Onemda 
Commencing formally from January 2023, Onemda: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health and Wellbeing is being established with an outstanding innovative and integrated teaching, research, policy development and program implementation agenda to improve Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health outcomes.  This will be underpinned by a strong foundation of deep respectful partnerships, collaboration and trust with Indigenous communities and organisations nationally and internationally, which enriches and nurtures authentic two-way learning and understanding, cultural integrity and capacity of students, graduates and staff.  

Be Yourself 
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, being a parent or having caring responsibilities. 

The University of Melbourne is committed to fostering a barrier-free and inclusive recruitment process. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates throughout the application and interview stages, including accessible document formats and alternative application methods.  To discuss your specific requirements, please feel free to contact Bec Tucker – 0478 269 660 or send an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments' to hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au.  You can find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments on our Careers website: https://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers 

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 

If you are a member of an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community and would like any support, please feel free to contact our Indigenous Employment & Development team via email at oied-hr@unimelb.edu.au. 

Working at the University – what you need to know 
This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures. 

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

Join Us and unlock your career potential! 
Is this the perfect opportunity for you? Apply today! Including 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 Nick Petersen via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.