First Nations Health and Wellbeing Researcher

Charles Sturt • Orange, CA

13d • $80,046 - $134,965 • Onsite

About The Position

We are currently seeking a First Nations Health and Wellbeing Researcher to join the Rural Health Research Institute (RHRI) to support and/ or lead transformative research that strengthens the health, wellbeing, and lived experiences of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, particularly in rural and regional communities. At Level A, you will play a key role in research delivery, including conducting literature reviews, supporting data collection and analysis, and engaging with community partners. At Level B, you will take the lead in designing research projects, partnering with community through co‑production, preparing publications and reports, securing funding, and translating research insights into meaningful outcomes. The successful candidate will be appointed at either Level A or Level B, depending on their qualifications, skills and experience. The position will be based at our Orange campus where you will work alongside multidisciplinary researchers and leaders committed to delivering high‑impact research that addresses rural, remote, Indigenous and global health challenges.

Requirements

• Identify as a First Nations Australian
• Master’s or doctoral degree in a relevant field (Level A)
• PhD in a relevant discipline (or near completion) (Level B)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently
• Commitment to culturally respectful and inclusive research practices
• Demonstrated experience leading research and building partnerships (Level B)
• High‑level communication and influencing skills (Level B)
• Experience working both independently and as a leader within a team (Level B)

Responsibilities

• Conducting literature reviews
• Supporting data collection and analysis
• Engaging with community partners
• Designing research projects
• Partnering with community through co‑production
• Preparing publications and reports
• Securing funding
• Translating research insights into meaningful outcomes

Benefits

• 17% superannuation
• employee benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree