Provide leadership that enables research teams to advance First Nations
priorities
Establish and maintain meaningful relationships with First Nations
communities
Collaborate on world class research projects to achieve real world
outcomes
The Role
Fixed Term (up to 3 years), Full Time
Level B/C/D – $107,098 to $173,330 pa (plus 17% superannuation)
Albury-Wodonga (other campus locations may be considered)
The First Nations Research Lead will provide leadership to guide First Nations
research and engagement within The Gulbali Institute and One Basin Cooperative
Research Centre.
You will work with researchers, government and industry to propagate an
understanding and appreciation of Australian First Nations cultures,
histories, lands, experiences and perspectives that builds a research culture
within the One Basin CRC and Gulbali Insitute that is welcoming and inclusive
of First Nations peoples.
You will be an active, nationally-recognised researcher, undertaking your own
research program, and create opportunities for collaborative research projects
with Gulbali Institute and One Basin CRC.
To be successful you will have:
A relevant Masters or doctoral qualification or equivalent standing
A demonstrated ability to provide positive leadership to a wide variety of
stakeholders with different levels of experience in working with First
Nations people
A record of achievement in research or creative outputs, research
leadership and collaboration
A demonstrated ability to lead, deliver and complete research and/or
engagement projects for external clients
Application Requirements
Applicants are expected to apply online and provide a 1-2 page 'statement of
suitability' demonstrating their skills, knowledge and/or experience relevant
to the position (referencing the selection criteria in the position
description).
If you experience difficulties applying online or for further information on
completing the application process please visit our how to apply page or
contact us.
About Us
Charles Sturt University is a young and growing university committed to
developing far-sighted people who help their communities grow and flourish. We
make a significant contribution to the prosperity and vibrancy of our rural
and regional communities, with a reach and impact across Australia and
internationally. We work together with industry, communities and students to
create new thinking, inspire each other and make a positive and progressive
contribution to the world.
Charles Sturt University offers a great work-life balance, professional
development opportunities and generous financial benefits.
Charles Sturt University's Gulbali Institute conducts integrated Agriculture,
Water and Environmental research that is grounded in our footprint across the
Murray-Darling Basin. We are proud to be gifted our name Gulbali ngurambang,
which translates “ to understand country ”, from the Wiradjuri Nation, the
guiding principle of how we do our work. Charles Sturt University, through the
Gulbali Institute, is a Tier 1 Research Partner in the One Basin CRC.
The One Basin CRC is a focused research collaboration developing policy,
technical and financial solutions to support and reduce exposure to climate,
water and environmental threats in the Murray-Darling Basin. The CRC includes
more than 85 partners across industry, governments, research organisations and
not for profits working to achieve a more productive, resilient and
sustainable Murray-Darling Basin and beyond. The CRC commenced on 1 July 2022
supported by a commonwealth grant of $50m from the Commonwealth CRC Program
and $106.5m co-investment of our partners over 10 years. The CRC emphasises
place-based research in the Basin with focus around four Regional Hubs located
at Loxton, Mildura, Griffith and Goondiwindi.
This is an identified Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander position under
section 14 of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act, 1977. Please be aware you may
be asked to provide confirmation of Indigenous Australian Identity.
Further Information
Additional information is available in the applicable position description
Position Description - Level B
Position Description - Level C
Position Description - Level D
or by contacting:
Professor Andrew Hall The Gulbali Institute
[email protected] Ph: (02)
6051 9418
Closing Date: 11pm, 26 February 2024