Research Fellow - Indigenous Urban Health

College Majors

Toowong, Queensland, Australia
Base: $117,120-$138,769; super: 17%; benefits: up ...
Hybrid
Completion of phd degree
Background in first nations health
Track record of peer-reviewed publications
This role contributes to a transformative initiative within the Urban First Nations Research program focusing on truth-telling, economic participation, and sustainability

Job Summary

  • This role contributes to a transformative initiative within the Urban First Nations Research program focusing on truth-telling, economic participation, and sustainability.
  • The position involves developing an independent research program, producing high-quality publications, and translating research into meaningful outcomes for communities.
  • Candidates will join a collaborative team at UQ's Toowong location with access to world-class facilities, grant writing support, and flexible working arrangements.

Matching Summary

This role contributes to a transformative initiative within the Urban First Nations Research program focusing on truth-telling, economic participation, and sustainability.

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 Research students

Nice-to-have

  • Strong Indigenous methodologies knowledge
  • Collaborative partnership building skills
  • Commitment to cultural safety and integrity
  • Interdisciplinary research experience
  • Active participation in governance committees

Key Requirements

  • PhD completion required
  • Unrestricted work rights in Australia mandatory
  • Proven track record in competitive funding applications
  • Demonstrated supervision of higher degree students
  • Background in medicine, public health, or social policy

Work Rights

Must have unrestricted work rights in Australia

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