CHANCELLOR’S INDIGENOUS RESEARCH FELLOWSHIPS 2025

The University of Technology Sydney (UTS) is seeking applications from outstanding early career researchers for our most prestigious fellowship scheme. You will support our aim to have real impact on society, environment and industry; to benefit the community by being effective and relevant; and deliver practical solutions to current national and international challenges.

Here at UTS, we pride ourselves in research that is excellent, innovative, and has global impact, tackling some of the greatest challenges facing society today. As part of our vision in the 2027 Strategy, we have established the Chancellor’s Indigenous Research Fellowship (CIRF) scheme.

The CIRF aims to support not only the UTS Research Strategy, but also the central tenets of Wingara Indigenous Employment Strategy 2019-2023 by attracting outstanding Indigenous early career researchers.

The CIRF offers:

• A four-year combination research and teaching appointment
• Research project funding of up to A$50,000
• Access to the International Research Development Scheme
• Early Career Researcher development and support
• Graduate Certificate in Higher Education Teaching

All fellows will be expected to engage in high quality research projects, produce high quality outputs, and contribute to existing and emerging teaching and learning areas relevant to UTS.

UTS Chancellor’s Indigenous Research Fellowships are highly competitive. To be shortlisted, applicants must have an exceptional track record relative to opportunity as well as the commitment and potential to enhance the research capacity and culture of UTS. 

Scheme Eligibility

The role is an identified role for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Under the provisions of section 126 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW), an exemption is given from sections 8, 25 and 51 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW) to University of Technology Sydney to advertise, designate and recruit targeted roles for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander persons only as part of the strategic target of reaching 3% Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff by 2023. 

Applicants must: 

•            be of Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent 

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

•            be accepted as such by the community in which they live and or have lived.

Furthermore, all candidates must meet all other eligibility criteria as set out in the CIRF guidelines - Section 3, available on the CIRF website.

Remuneration & Benefits

Base Salary Range: $119,475 (Level B.2). 

This role attracts 17% superannuation (pension) in addition to the base salary. 

UTS staff also benefit from a wide range of Employee Benefits.

The position will be made on a fixed term basis for 4 years.

How To Apply

Please click ‘Apply' to access full details on how to apply for the CIRF (please note, you will need to log in to your Seek account to access the page).

General enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to ***@uts.edu.au 

Closing Date:  Monday, 3rd June 2024 at 11:59pm AEST.   

For more information visit our Chancellor’s Indigenous Research Fellowship Scheme website; https://www.uts.edu.au/research-and-teaching/partner-us/research-careers/chancellors-indigenous-research-fellowships/how-apply

About the University of Technology Sydney

At UTS, our focus is on delivering positive global outcomes and impacts. We pride ourselves on pioneering research solutions that have real, positive benefits for industry, government, the environment and communities, to tackle some of the greatest challenges facing society today. We integrate our research and learning, engaging students with world-leading research and inquiry-based approaches.

Founded in 1988, UTS is an established research-intensive university. This year, the Times Higher Education World Rankings placed us 133rd globally and 15th in the Impact Rankings for delivering social and economic impact aligned to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).  The UTS 2027 Strategy captures our vision to be a leading public university of technology, recognised for global impact. 

Located in the heart of Sydney’s digital and creative precinct, UTS actively fosters innovation and collaboration — within the university and beyond. Our billion-dollar revitalisation program has transformed the UTS campus into an interconnected urban environment. Our cutting-edge facilities support excellence in teaching and research, and embody our sustainability goals. 

We aim to be a driver of social change – both through our research and by fostering a diverse and inclusive educational and working environment. We encourage applications from women, Indigenous Australians, people with disability, those who identify as LGBTIQA+ and applicants from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

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