First Nations Research Support Lead

GDG on Campus | University of Sydney; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 105,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous cultural leave

Flexible working arrangements

YURA Network

FMH First Nations Staff Network

Salary packaging options

Job summary

University of Sydney's Faculty of Medicine and Health is establishing a new First Nations Research Support Lead to build culturally safe, ethical and community-centred research infrastructure. Based in Camperdown with hybrid work, the role will shape best-practice frameworks and policy for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander research partners.

You will lead a new function within Research and Development, collaborating with the Poche Centre for Indigenous Health to advance research ethics,

Qualifications

• Experience supporting or leading First Nations research in a research-intensive environment.
• Strong knowledge of Indigenous research ethics, governance and community engagement.
• Experience developing research frameworks, resources or strategic initiatives.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• lead the development and delivery of the Faculty’s First Nations research support function
• develop frameworks, guidance, tools and resources that promote best practice in First Nations research
• establish and maintain the First Nations Research Support Hub and research repository
• provide expert advice on Indigenous research ethics, governance, community engagement and funding opportunities
• support researchers with ethics submissions, grant development and culturally appropriate research practices
• build and maintain strong relationships with First Nations communities, researchers, University stakeholders and external organisations
• coordinate targeted First Nations research funding initiatives
• supervise and mentor the First Nations Research Support Officer
• drive continuous improvement across research support services

Skills

First Nations research

Indigenous research ethics

Stakeholder engagement

Program development

Project management

Job description

University of Sydney's Faculty of Medicine and Health is establishing a new First Nations Research Support Lead to build culturally safe, ethical and community-centred research infrastructure. Based in Camperdown with hybrid work, the role will shape best-practice frameworks and policy for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander research partners.

You will lead a new function within Research and Development, collaborating with the Poche Centre for Indigenous Health to advance research ethics,