Research Fellow - Indigenous Urban Health

University of Queensland

Toowong, Queensland, Australia
Base: $117,120-$138,769; super: 17%; benefits: up ...
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Completion of phd degree
Background in first nations health
Track record of peer-reviewed publications
** The University of Queensland is seeking a Research Fellow for its Indigenous Urban Health program to contribute to a transformative initiative aimed at enhancing the wellbeing of urban First Nations Peoples. The role requires a background in First Nations health and a commitment to Indigenous methodologies, with responsibilities including developing research programs, supervising students, and collaborating with various partners. **

Job Summary

  • This role contributes to a transformative initiative within the Urban First Nations Research program that privileges Indigenous methodologies.
  • The position involves developing an independent research program, producing high-quality publications, and supporting competitive funding applications.
  • Candidates will join a collaborative team at the Poche Centre for Indigenous Health with access to world-class facilities and flexible working arrangements.

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** The University of Queensland is seeking a Research Fellow for its Indigenous Urban Health program to contribute to a transformative initiative aimed at enhancing the wellbeing of urban First Nations Peoples. The role requires a background in First Nations health and a commitment to Indigenous methodologies, with responsibilities including developing research programs, supervising students, and collaborating with various partners. **

Salary

Base: $117,120-$138,769; Superannuation: 17%; Benefits: Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave, 17.5% annual leave loading

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Completion of PhD degree
  • Background in First Nations health
  • Track record of peer-reviewed publications
  • Experience securing external research funding
  • Record of supervising Honours and HDR students

Nice-to-have

  • Interest in Indigenous methodologies
  • Collaborative transdisciplinary approach
  • Cultural integrity and safety focus
  • Experience in urbanisation policy
  • Strong community partnership skills

Key Requirements

  • PhD completion required
  • Unrestricted work rights in Australia
  • Proven publication record in peer-reviewed journals
  • Demonstrated success in obtaining external research funding
  • Experience supervising higher degree by research students

Work Rights

Must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia

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