Senior/principal Research Fellow (traditional Owner Economic Empowerment)

University of Melbourne

Parkville, Victoria, Australia
Level c: $152,695 – $176,065 py; level d: $183,859...
Full-time, flexible working arrangements considered
Traditional owner economic empowerment research
Treaty and agreement making expertise
First nations community engagement
The University of Melbourne is seeking a Senior or Principal Research Fellow for the Mabo Centre, focusing on Traditional Owner Economic Empowerment. This full-time role, based in Parkville, offers a competitive salary and encourages applications, particularly from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates

Job Summary

  • The Mabo Centre aims to support Australia's Traditional Owners in translating land and sea rights into tangible economic and social outcomes.
  • This role involves leading research programs focused on Treaties, Agreements, Settlements, and Traditional Owner Economic Empowerment.
  • The position offers a three-year full-time contract with potential for flexible and fractional working arrangements.

Matching Summary

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The University of Melbourne is seeking a Senior or Principal Research Fellow for the Mabo Centre, focusing on Traditional Owner Economic Empowerment. This full-time role, based in Parkville, offers a competitive salary and encourages applications, particularly from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates.

Salary

Level C: $152,695 – $176,065 p.a.; Level D: $183,859 – $202,556 p.a.; Benefits: 17% superannuation

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Traditional Owner economic empowerment research
  • Treaty and agreement making expertise
  • First Nations community engagement

Nice-to-have

  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Inclusive workplace culture
  • Extensive industry experience

Key Requirements

  • Level C or D Senior/Principal Research Fellow experience
  • Working with Children Check (WWCC)
  • Strong background in First Nations rights and resources

Work Rights

Not specified

Sponsorship: available

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