Professor of Indigenous Health

Euraxess; Shepparton; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Generous leave provisions

Comprehensive health and wellbeing programs

Job summary

EURAXESS Czech Republic is seeking a Professor of Indigenous Health for a 5-year fixed term position located in Shepparton, Victoria. This role will focus on leading impactful research, community engagement, and collaboration with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong record of leadership in Indigenous health and education, with a commitment to advancing knowledge and improving health outcomes. The University offers supportive work arrangements and encourages applications from diverse backgrounds.

Qualifications

• An Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander academic leader with proven achievement in Indigenous health.
• Demonstrated experience in building trusted relationships with communities.
• Track record of leadership in complex organisations.

Responsibilities

• Lead Indigenous health research and community engagement.
• Build partnerships with health services and organizations.
• Contribute to teaching excellence in Indigenous health.

Skills

Leadership in Indigenous health

Culturally safe environments

Community engagement

Education

Established record in Indigenous health

Experience working with Aboriginal communities

Job description

Offer Description

Role type: Fixed Term for 5 years, Full Time (1.0 FTE)

Department/School: Department of Rural Health, Melbourne Medical School

Location: Shepparton, with operations across regional Victoria

Contract: Fixed Term 5 years, Full Time (1.0 FTE)

Salary: Level D/E attractive remuneration package negotiated commensurate with experience, plus 17% superannuation

Responsibilities

• Lead Indigenous health research, education and engagement to drive community-informed impact and research excellence.
• Strengthen partnerships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and organisations.
• Build meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, health services and organisations across regional Victoria.
• Lead impactful research programs, strengthen research capability, collaboration and funding success.
• Build and sustain meaningful relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, organisations and health services.
• Contribute to teaching excellence, curriculum development and the development of future Indigenous health leaders.
• Support strategic planning, governance and the ongoing success of the Department of Rural Health.

Qualifications

• An Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander academic leader with an established record of achievement in Indigenous health, research, education or community leadership.
• Demonstrated experience working in partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and organisations, with the ability to build trusted relationships and influence outcomes across academic, health, community and government settings.
• Track record of leadership within complex organisations, recognised for fostering culturally safe, inclusive and high‑performing environments.
• Committed to advancing Indigenous knowledge, strengthening Indigenous leadership and improving health outcomes, with the capability to contribute strategically across research, education, engagement and institutional priorities.

Application Essentials

• Applications should include a curriculum vitae, cover letter and responses to the selection criteria outlined in the Candidate Information Pack.
• This position is open to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants only.
• A Working with Children Check is required for this position.
• Recruitment adjustments are available. Contact Kim Groizard at [phone] or email [e-mail] (subject: "Recruitment Adjustments").

Applications close: Sunday 12th July 2026 11:55 PM Melbourne time zone.

Candidate Information Pack: JR-012824_Professor of Indigenous Health_PD.pdf

The University of Melbourne offers flexible work arrangements, generous leave provisions, salary packaging and comprehensive health and wellbeing programs to support senior academic leadership.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where diversity is valued and all individuals are supported to succeed. Applications are welcomed from people of all backgrounds and identities.

We actively support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and encourage engagement with the Indigenous Employment and Development team.