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Form of work Fixed term, full time appointment to 30 June 2025
Research Focused Academic Level C/D - $128,920 – $165,239 pa
Plus 17% superannuation and 4-6 weeks annual leave
May be based in Brisbane, Darwin, Alice Springs or Sydney
Provide overarching research management and program coordination of the Centre for Research Excellence for Birthing on Country.
About the Position
In this position you will provide overarching research management and program coordination of the NHMRC-funded Centre for Research Excellence for Birthing on Country.
'Birthing on Country' is a metaphor for the best start in life for First Nations families. Since 2010, Australian
Maternity policy has recommended exemplar ‘Birthing on Country Services' be established in geographically diverse areas to improve First Nations health and provide a blueprint for scaling-up. Birthing on Country Services are complex, evidence-based interventions that include a redesigned maternity service prioritising a First Nations workforce and governance; 24/7 continuity of midwifery carer; holistic support; programs that strengthen cultural identify and connection; and integrated care across primary and tertiary services. Our team work with partner organisations in multiple settings to facilitate health service redesign, to support the workforce, to strengthen families and to embed community governance, engagement and control.
About You
To be successful, you will require:
A PhD in a health or related field and research project management experience
High level organisational skills including the ability to prioritise workloads, meet deadlines and balance competing tasks
Sound knowledge of First Nations health, the Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation Sector, and culturally competent maternity care for First Nations people
Proven experience working effectively with First Nations people and communities and demonstrates a deep understanding of cultural safety
Demonstrated understanding of strategies that increase capacity building of the First Nations health and research workforce
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, experience in writing interim project reports, ethics and governance applications and reports, and funding applications, conference papers and articles for submission to peer reviewed journals
To view the responsibilities of the role, please click on the: Position Profile.
Remuneration
Appointment to this role will be at Research Focused Academic Level C/D. The base salary will be in the range of $128,920 - $165,239 per annum. The total remuneration package will be in the range of $150,836 - $193,329 per annum, including 17% superannuation.
What's in it for you?
An employer who values your contribution to building a bigger, better and stronger university
Work with a University committed to changing people's lives for the better through training, education and research
Opportunities for professional development, paid study and career progression
17% superannuation
Up to six weeks of paid annual leave (dependent on work location)
20 weeks of paid parental leave, in addition to government payments (eligibility criteria apply)
Recognition of prior service with another Australian University / NT Government for Long Service Leave
Employee Assistance Program
Salary Packaging opportunities
How to Apply
All applications must be received online via the 'apply' button and should include your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest in working in the area of First Nations maternal health.
For a confidential discussion please contact Professor Yvette Roe on 08 8946 7668 or email Yvette.roe@cdu.edu.au.
Diversity and Inclusion
At CDU we actively celebrate our diversity. We innovate, embrace new ideas, and act with courage and kindness. We're about what we can give to the world rather than what we take, and we believe in the transformative power of education. We work hard to make sure every member of our university community feels they truly belong. Understanding that it is through our focus on our people and leveraging our differences that will make CDU the most connected university in Australia, we are striving to ensure that our culture and our community are inclusive of all our staff, students and visitors. We are committed to maintaining a culture where everyone feels respected, safe, encouraged to speak up and supported in achieving their professional goals. Applications from First Nations people, women at all levels, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disability, neurotypical and neurodiverse people, LGBTIQ+ people, people with family and caring responsibilities and people at all stages of their careers are welcomed.
You make CDU. And we want you to be exactly who you are.
Applications Close: Monday 3 April 2023
