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Research Fellow or Senior Research Fellow in Indigenous Health Equity (Public Health) University of Melbourne in Australia

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Postdoc

Field of study

Epidemiology

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Fixed-term appointment for 2 years at Level B or Level C. Salary is AUD 124,656–148,023 per annum (Level B) or AUD 152,695–176,065 per annum (Level C), pro rata for part-time, plus 17% superannuation and additional employee benefits.

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Nov 13, 2026

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University of Melbourne

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Keywords

Epidemiology
Sociology
Psychology
Health Disparities
Mixed Methods Research
Medical Science
Salud Pública
Knowledge Translation
Aboriginal Health
Dental Public Health

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About this position

University of Melbourne is advertising a Research Fellow or Senior Research Fellow position in the Melbourne School of Public Health, within the Onemda Indigenous Health Equity Unit at Parkville, Victoria, Australia. The role is part of an Aboriginal-led research environment focused on Indigenous health equity, intergenerational trauma, and perinatal wellbeing, with an emphasis on improving outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families.

The appointment is fixed term for 2 years, available as full-time or part-time (0.6 to 1.0 FTE). The position sits at Level B or Level C and includes salary plus 17% superannuation, along with a benefits package and professional development opportunities.

The successful candidate will lead and support mixed-methods research, produce peer-reviewed publications and knowledge translation outputs, supervise and mentor junior staff and graduate students, contribute to teaching and curriculum development, and work collaboratively with communities, services, and policy makers. Research interests should align with public health, epidemiology, psychology, and related health disciplines, especially work involving Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health.

Eligibility highlights include a PhD or equivalent training, experience in public health and/or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health, strong quantitative and qualitative methods skills, project management capability, and clear communication skills. The post is restricted to Indigenous Australians, and applicants must have valid Australian work rights. A Working with Children Check is also required.

Applications close 13 November 2026 at 11:55 PM Melbourne time. To apply, submit a resume, cover letter, and responses to the selection criteria via the University of Melbourne careers portal. The position description is available through the linked PDF/Word documents.

Funding details

Fixed-term appointment for 2 years at Level B or Level C. Salary is AUD 124,656–148,023 per annum (Level B) or AUD 152,695–176,065 per annum (Level C), pro rata for part-time, plus 17% superannuation and additional employee benefits.

What's required

A PhD or equivalent training in public health, epidemiology, allied health, psychology or a related field is required. Applicants should have research experience in public health and/or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health, including translational activities; demonstrated experience working respectfully with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, organisations and service providers; strong quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis skills with relevant analytical and statistical software; ability to manage complex research projects; excellent organisation and deadline management; evidence of effective team collaboration; and strong written and verbal communication skills. Only Indigenous Australians are eligible to apply, and applicants must have current valid work rights for Australia because visa sponsorship is not available. A Working with Children Check is required.

How to apply

Apply through the University of Melbourne careers site. Upload your resume, a cover letter outlining your interest and experience, and responses to the Selection Criteria from the Position Description (up to 300 words per criterion).

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