Indigenous Fellow
- Enhance Indigenous knowledges through research and community engagement
- Develop academic profile with tailored support and mentorship for HDR/ECR
- Full time, fixed term opportunity - based in Hobart, Launceston or Burnie
The University of Tasmania acknowledges the palawa/pakana and Gadigal/Wangal people as the traditional custodians of the land, sea and waters of the areas upon which we live and work. We recognise their valuable contributions and deep connection to country and pay respect to Elders past and present.
About the Opportunity
As the Indigenous Fellow you will work collaboratively as part of the Office of the Pro Vice-Chancellor Aboriginal Leadership and the Institute of Indigenous Knowledges within the Aboriginal Engagement portfolio. You will participate in a three-year, individually tailored academic development program in support of the completion of your higher degree by research. In addition, you will:
- Support the Office of the Pro Vice Chancellor Aboriginal Leadership to achieve its strategic objectives to establish, support and deepen relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, organisations and community through the co-development and implementation of an engagement framework.
- Undertake HDR Study and high-quality research of national and increasingly international standing in an agreed area of focus of the Institute of Indigenous Knowledges.
- Undertake high-quality research/scholarly activities, secure external competitive and other funding, and publish research findings, either independently or as a member of a team, in an area related to HDR research focus or Institute priorities.
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of productive and effective links inside the University, and locally and nationally with relevant Aboriginal community, relevant interdisciplinary domains, profession, industry and/or wider community.
What’s Required
- A record of, and continuing commitment to, research that has achieved national recognition and made worthwhile contributions to a relevant field, demonstrated by a record of quality publications, presentations at conferences and success in securing external competitive and other funding.
- A record of contributing to building and maintaining effective and productive links locally and nationally with the discipline, profession, industry and wider community.
- Current enrolment in a University of Tasmania Doctorate of Philosophy or relevant program or be enrolled within 6 months of appointment.
- Understanding of contemporary Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander issues and the impacts of these issues on Indigenous societies and cultures, including Tasmanian Aboriginal people.
- Knowledge of Indigenous teaching and learning.
- A commitment to innovative research that will make meaningful contributions to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander research and community.
- Current Working with Vulnerable People registration (or to be obtained)
This is an Identified Position. You must be an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person to be considered for this opportunity. Candidates must provide eligibility documentation with their application. Please contact aboriginal.employment@utas.edu.au to discuss the documentation required.
What’s on Offer?
On offer is a full time, fixed term opportunity based in Hobart, Launceston or Burnie with a competitive remuneration package and relocation assistance for those considering a move to Tasmania. We value our staff and the important contributions they make to our community. You’ll have access an array of staff benefits and discounts including:
- 26 weeks paid parental leave for primary care givers
- 17% superannuation contribution
- Health and fitness membership options
- Accommodation and car hire discounts
- Health insurance and banking
- Novated leasing
Remuneration
Appointment to this role will be at Academic Level B and will have a total remuneration package of up to $150,759 comprising base salary within the range of $110,992 to $128,854 plus 17% superannuation.
Belong - Be You
People are at the heart of everything we do. Our vision is to ensure that our people feel encouraged and supported to bring their whole selves to work. Fostering diversity and inclusion is our key priority, supporting our communities to come together in ways that empower connection, learning, belonging and growth. Celebrating the strengths that diversity brings will enable us to achieve our vision and mission. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community. Tell us how we can make this job work for you.
How to Apply?
This vacancy is being advertised internally in the first instance to current staff.
In submitting your application, you acknowledge you have/intend to discuss your interest in this vacancy with your current manager and understand they may need to be contacted confidentially by the hiring manager as part of the assessment of your application.
If this role is of interest, we look forward to hearing from you. Please provide:
- Your up-to-date resume.
- A 1–2-page cover letter outlining your motivation for the role and responses to the role specific skills, knowledge and experience under the success profile outlined in the position description.
For further information about this position, please contact Associate Professor Sadie Heckenberg, Pro Vice Chancellor Aboriginal Leadership at sadie.heckenberg@utas.edu.au or aboriginal.employment@utas.edu.au
We celebrate the strength that diversity brings. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community. Tell us how we can make this job work for you.
Applications close 11:55pm Thursday 6th of February 2025
PD - Indigenous Fellow (Jan 2025).pdf
To be eligible for this position, you are required to have Australian citizenship, permanent residence or a current valid visa that allows you to fulfill the requirements of this role.
