Senior/principal Research Fellow (traditional Owner Economic Empowerment)

The University Of Melbourne

Parkville, Victoria, Australia
Base: level c $152,695 – $176,065 py; level d $183...
Flexible and full-time
Traditional owner economic empowerment research
Treaties agreements and settlements expertise
First nations community engagement
The University of Melbourne is seeking a Senior/Principal Research Fellow for the Mabo Centre, focused on Traditional Owner Economic Empowerment. This full-time position, based in Parkville, Australia, encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and offers flexible working arrangements

Job Summary

  • The Mabo Centre aims to support Australia's Traditional Owners in translating land and sea rights into tangible economic, social, and cultural outcomes.
  • This role involves leading research programs across three key themes: Treaties, Agreements and Settlements; Traditional Owner Economic Empowerment; and Supporting Strong First Nations.
  • The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $152,695 to $202,556 plus 17% superannuation on a three-year full-time contract basis.

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The University of Melbourne is seeking a Senior/Principal Research Fellow for the Mabo Centre, focused on Traditional Owner Economic Empowerment. This full-time position, based in Parkville, Australia, encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and offers flexible working arrangements.

Salary

Base: 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
  • Treaties Agreements and Settlements expertise
  • First Nations community engagement

Nice-to-have

  • Extensive industry experience without formal academic qualification
  • Flexible and fractional working arrangements
  • Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Key Requirements

  • Level C or D Senior/Principal Research Fellow equivalent experience
  • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants strongly encouraged
  • Working with Children Check required

Work Rights

Not specified

Sponsorship: available

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