Research Fellow, Indigenous Health Equity

**Job no**:0053115
**Location**:Parkville***
**Role type**: Full Time; Fixed term for 2 years
**Faculty**: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry, and Health Sciences
**School**:Melbourne School of Population and Global Health***
**Salary**: Level B - $114,645 - $136,136 p.a. plus 17% super
- **Contribute to research addressing urgent public health issues, particularly intergenerational trauma and health equity improvement for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.**:

- **Lead innovative and transformational research in a mission-focused, collaborative environment.**:

- **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**
As a postdoctoral researcher in the University of Melbourne's Indigenous Health Equity Unit, you will actively participate in a research program addressing public health challenges, including intergenerational trauma and health equity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Responsibilities include data collection and analysis, conducting research on intergenerational trauma, publishing high-quality papers, engaging in knowledge translation activities, and demonstrating leadership while collaborating effectively with external stakeholders and adhering to occupational health and safety standards.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Contributing to quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis.
- Evaluation of participatory action research implementation studies
- Engaging in research on intergenerational trauma, mixed methods research, and strategies for improving Indigenous health equity.
- Producing high-quality publications, contributing to research proposals, supervising junior staff, and presenting research findings at academic and non-academic forums.
- Collaborating with external stakeholders and actively participating in community and professional activities related to Indigenous health research.

**Who We Are Looking For**
You will demonstrate significant research experience in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander health. You will demonstrate expertise in trauma-informed approaches that enable you to effectively engage with diverse stakeholders and implement impactful research programs. You will also demonstrate proficiency in data analysis software and experience in evaluating public health interventions.

You will also have:

- PhD or equivalent expertise in public health or related field.
- Demonstrated research experience in public health and Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander health, including translational activities.
- Proficiency in data collection and statistical analysis, utilising quantitative and qualitative analysis software.
- High-level written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage with stakeholders from diverse environments.

For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.
- This position requires the incumbent to hold a current and valid Working with Children Check to ensure the University provides a safe environment for everyone. _

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

**Your New Team - Melbourne School of Population and Global Health**
The Melbourne School of Population and Global Health is a world-class institution that offers an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the field of public health. As the first school of its kind in Australia, MSPGH has built a reputation for excellence in education, research, and knowledge exchange, with a focus on Indigenous peoples. Strong collaborations with prestigious organizations and institutions provide a unique opportunity to contribute to global health initiatives. As a key member of the MSPGH team, you will have the chance to work alongside leading academics and researchers who bring considerable skills, insights, and expertise. The School offers a range of coursework degrees and research opportunities to contribute to training the next generations of public health specialists and researchers nationally and internationally.

**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

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