Research Fellow, Indigenous Health Equity Unit
Position Number: 0063944
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time (Part-time options will be considered); Fixed-term for 12 months
Faculty: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences
Department/School: Indigenous Health Equity Unit / Onemda / Melbourne School of Population and Global Health
Salary: Academic B – $119,231 – $141,581 p.a. (pro rata for part-time) plus 17% super
Support an exciting program of research, addressing urgent public health issues including intergenerational trauma and improving health equity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Make a positive impact on health and wellbeing outcomes.
Salary packaging, subsidised health and wellbeing services, fitness and cultural clubs, Myki discounts, and a 25% discount on graduate courses to our staff and their immediate families!
About the Role
The University of Melbourne Indigenous Health Equity Unit is seeking an experienced postdoctoral researcher to support an exciting program of research addressing urgent public health issues including intergenerational trauma and improving health equity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The appointee will join a dynamic Aboriginal-led team working on improving support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander parents and families, implementing and evaluating strategies to address intergenerational trauma in the perinatal period, with a strong knowledge translation component. The position will be based in the Indigenous Health Equity Unit (IHEU), Onemda: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health and Wellbeing, in the Melbourne School of Population and Global Health.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Contributing to research across the unit including research on intergenerational trauma, applied mixed methods research and strategies to improve Indigenous health outcomes
- Conducting scoping reviews and both quantitative and qualitative data analysis
- Producing high quality publications in peer reviewed journals and contributing to other papers
Who We Are Looking For
We are looking for a candidate with demonstrated knowledge or experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in a culturally safe environment, and experience in public health research or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health. Additionally, this candidate will have experience or an understanding of trauma-informed approaches.
The ideal candidate will be able to work independently when required, but also have strong written and verbal communication skills, and collaboration skills, that enable them to work effectively as a part of a multidisciplinary team. They will have an emerging research profile, evidenced by a track record of peer-reviewed publications, and excellent data collection and statistical analysis skills, being experienced with both quantitative and qualitative analysis software.
You will also have:
- PhD or equivalent expertise and experience in public health or related field
- Demonstrated experience and/or understanding of trauma-informed approaches
- Excellent organisational skills coupled with the ability to effectively time manage and meet deadlines, particularly in a dynamic research environment with evolving and shifting priorities
For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.
This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. 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.
Your New Team – Indigenous Health Equity Unit
Established in September 2014, the Indigenous Health Equity Unit (IHEU) is committed to working with key stakeholders on the important task of achieving equality in health status and life expectancy between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and non-Indigenous Australians by the year 2031.
The Indigenous Health Equity Unit brings together key investments to achieve the goal of improving health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. The Unit initiates and supports work across the life course, targeting risk factors at key life stages and focuses on specific health priorities to reduce health inequalities at the point at which they are most likely to occur. Founded on the principles of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ leadership, IHEU makes significant contributions to health research, policy and service delivery locally, nationally and internationally. Our approach brings perspectives from across academic disciplines including health sciences, social sciences, epidemiology, history, political science, education, health promotion, public health and child health.
What We Offer You!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses. For more information, check out our benefits page!
About the University of Melbourne
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The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page.
We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact the employee listed on the first page of the Position Description found below, with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request".
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
Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with 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
Please ensure that you apply through the Apply Now button at the bottom of this advertisement. However, 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.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job, please follow the details listed on the Position Description.
Position Description
Advertised: 11 Oct 2024 12:05 AM AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 03 Nov 2024 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Daylight Time
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