Indigenous PhD Pathways Coordinator

Overview

Join to apply for the Indigenous PhD Pathways Coordinator role at University of Melbourne.

Role type: Part Time; Continuing
Department: Chancellery Research and Enterprise
Salary: UoM 8 - $122,736 - $132,847 p.a. plus 17% super

• Shape Indigenous research pathways, collaborate across diverse disciplines, contribute to cultural change
• Apply now to lead transformative initiatives supporting Indigenous pathways into research degrees
• Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

Eligibility: Only Indigenous Australian are eligible to apply for this role, as it is exempt under the Special Measure Provision, Section 12 (1) of the Equal Opportunity Act 2011 (Vic). "Indigenous" here means a person of Aboriginal and /or Torres Strait Islander descent.

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Your next career opportunity

As the Indigenous PhD Pathways Coordinator, you'll play a crucial role in creating and promoting pathways for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates into research degrees at the University of Melbourne. You'll develop and deliver a multidisciplinary PhD familiarisation program, ensuring culturally responsive support for prospective Indigenous graduate researchers. This role offers you the opportunity to make a significant impact on building Indigenous academic leadership and advancing the University's commitment to Indigenous research excellence.

Responsibilities

• Develop and Pilot PhD Familiarisation Program: Create and implement a culturally safe and supportive program for prospective Indigenous graduate researchers across STEM and HASS disciplines.
• Provide Tailored Support: Serve as a key contact for prospective Indigenous candidates, offering guidance and warm engagement to navigate university processes and pathways.
• Collaborate Across the University: Work with Murrup Barak, faculty staff, and Chancellery to align program delivery with institutional goals and growing research expertise.
• Manage Program Logistics: Oversee participant engagement, program promotion, travel, and accommodation for the familiarisation program.

You may be a great fit if

You are a strategic thinker with strong interpersonal skills and a deep understanding of Indigenous student experiences, capable of developing and implementing initiatives that increase opportunities for prospective Indigenous graduate researchers.

You may also

• Possess a relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Have demonstrated experience in strategic planning and operational execution of initiatives supporting Indigenous students.
• Exhibit strong interpersonal skills and the ability to engage with diverse stakeholders sensitively.
• Possess excellent organisational and time management skills, balancing competing demands effectively.
• Demonstrate a deep understanding of Indigenous student experiences and cultural safety.
• Have well-developed written communication skills for preparing reports and delivering research tasks.

For further information please refer to the attached PD.

What we offer you

• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance
• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

For more information check out our benefits page

Your new team - Chancellery Research and Enterprise

The Chancellery (Research and Enterprise) (CRE) portfolio within the Chancellery Division is led by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research) (DVC (R)) and works in partnership with Academic Divisions to achieve the University's research ambitions. The DVC (R) is the accountable officer for research at the University ensuring research is conducted to the highest ethical standards and with a commitment to excellence.

In line with the University's operating model, CRE leads work in key areas of activity under the Advancing Melbourne strategy: research quality, capability, infrastructure, collaboration, interdisciplinary research, and translation and impact.

• Research quality - Deliver the highest quality research across a broad range of disciplines
• Research capability - Attract, develop and retain quality researchers from around the world and nurture research careers (including graduate researchers)
• Research infrastructure - Provide access to a world class research environment
• Research collaboration - Develop beneficial collaborations and partnerships that bring together researchers with research partners
• Interdisciplinary research - Establish and support structures and processes that enable and foster interdisciplinary research
• Research Translation and Impact - Support researchers to translate and realise impact from their research.

Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, being a parent or having caring responsibilities.

The University of Melbourne is committed to fostering a barrier-free and inclusive recruitment process. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates throughout the application and interview stages, including accessible document formats and alternative application methods. To discuss your specific requirements, please contact Bec Tucker - 0478 269 660 or send an email titled "Reasonable Adjustments" to hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au. You can find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments on our Careers website: https://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers

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. If you are a member of an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community and would like any support, please contact our Indigenous Employment & Development team via email at oied-hr@unimelb.edu.au.

Working at the University - what you need to know
This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check. The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. If the selected candidate does not have a valid WWCC, they will be able to apply for it during onboarding.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

Applications close: 26 September 2025 - 12:01 AM (AEST)

Position Description: PD - CRE_Indigenous PhD Pathways Coordinator_ (002).pdf

Additional details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Education
• Industries: Higher Education

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