Indigenous Graduate Research Program Coordinator

Position Number: JR-014225

Role type: Part Time (0.8 FTE); Continuing
Location: Parkville
Faculty: Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences (MDHS)
Department: Melbourne Poche Centre for Indigenous Health
Salary: Level B $124,656 -$148,023 plus 17% super

• Pivotal Indigenous PhD advancement role / build culturally safe doctoral pathways / collaborate across a leading health faculty

• Join Melbourne Poche Centre to lead Indigenous graduate research initiatives and drive Indigenous doctoral success in health.

• Investing in you – 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

Only Indigenous Australians are eligible to apply as this position is exempt under the Special Measure Provision, Section 12 (1) of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (Vic).

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Your next career opportunity
You will lead Indigenous graduate research initiatives that strengthen Indigenous doctoral success in health. You will design innovative programs, workshops and partnerships that support Indigenous PhD candidates across the faculty. You will contribute Indigenous scholarship and shape sector-wide conversations on Indigenous higher degree research.

What you will deliver:

• Lead Indigenous graduate research strategy and provide high-level advice to the Director on Indigenous PhD initiatives.

• Design and deliver masterclasses, seminars and bespoke academic support for Indigenous PhD students in MDHS.

• Plan and deliver the biennial international Indigenous PhD workshop and other flagship graduate research events.

• Build strong partnerships across faculties, institutes and external networks to enhance opportunities for Indigenous graduate researchers.

• Secure funding and contribute research that strengthens Indigenous doctoral pathways and leadership in health.

You may be a great fit if you:

• Identify as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.

• Hold a PhD in a relevant field, or be near completion, with experience in Indigenous health or education.

• Demonstrate experience designing and delivering academic programs that enhance opportunities for Indigenous graduate research students.

• Bring deep understanding of Indigenous graduate researcher experiences and the broader higher education and research environment.

• Excel at coordinating complex workloads, balancing competing deadlines and delivering outcomes in dynamic academic settings.

• Build collaborative relationships across faculties, institutes and external partners, and contribute to inclusive Indigenous leadership.

For further information please refer to the attached PD.

What we offer you!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including:

• Build future financial security with 17% superannuation

• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being

• Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning

• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave

• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company

• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

For more information check out our benefits page!

Your new team

The Melbourne Poche Centre for Indigenous Health accelerates Indigenous leadership in health across the MDHS faculty. The team works across schools and institutes, building pathways for Indigenous students, researchers and health leaders. You will join a small, committed Indigenous-focused team that values reciprocity, relationality and culturally safe practice. You will collaborate with leading health and medical partners locally, nationally and internationally to drive meaningful impact.

Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. The diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb.

We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. Learn more about how we support an accessible recruitment process.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Visit our Indigenous staff page to learn more about our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with Korin Korin, our Indigenous Employment and Development team, via [email protected]

Application essentials:

• Visit "apply with us" to learn more about the process, including tips and FAQs.

• You must have current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

• A Working with Children Check is required for all positions. If successful, we will guide you through the process and reimburse you.

• Please upload your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and experience as part of the application process.

• Please upload a separate document addressing the Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description.

Want to know more?

• For queries related to this specific position, contact Prof Shawana Andrews via email at [email protected]

• For questions related to our recruitment process email Vanessa Phan at [email protected]

• For recruitment adjustments contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at [email protected] (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments').

Apply today, and join a community that’s shaping the future.

Applications close: 31 July 2026 at 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone.

Position Description: PD_JR-014225 Indigenous Graduate Research Program Coordinator .docx

PD_JR-014225 Indigenous Graduate Research Program Coordinator .pdf