Research Officer

Classification: ANU Officer 5/6 (Research)
Salary package: $83,351 - $97,929 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Terms: 3 x Full time, Fixed Term (up to 2 years)

Position overview

We are recruiting three (3) Research Officers to work across a number of projects within Yardhura Walani, the National Centre for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Wellbeing Research. Yardhura Walani comprises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (and non-Indigenous) academic and professional staff and a vibrant study body; members of the Centre are enthusiastic about nurturing, mentoring and continuing to learn. 

The Research Officer will work across one of a number of projects within Yardhura Walani, the National Centre for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Wellbeing Research. Yardhura Walani comprises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (and non-Indigenous) academic and professional staff and a vibrant study body; members of the Centre are enthusiastic about nurturing, mentoring and continuing to learn. The three program leads the positions will be supporting include:

• Prof Raymond Lovett, Culture & Wellbeing Program: This program of work conducts research that looks at how factors such as culture, language, belonging, racism, connection to Country and emotional wellbeing impacts the health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
• Assoc. Prof. Raglan Maddox, Tobacco-Free Program: This program collaborates with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, communities, and organisations to enhance understanding, inform best practices, and evaluate smoke- and nicotine-free programs and policies. Its ultimate goal is to eradicate tobacco and nicotine-related death and disease.
• Assoc. Prof Lisa Whop, Cancer Prevention Team: this team focuses on important health priorities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people which includes cancer prevention, specifically cervical cancer elimination and lung cancer screening, within the context of settler colonial health systems and racism. The team’s work is Indigenous-led, solutions focused, methodologically diverse and operates in a safe and supportive environment.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and impactful team at Australia’s national university. One of ANU’s defining roles is to contribute to improving the health and wellbeing of Indigenous peoples. You will gain experience working in a world class institution in the collection, analysis and interpretation of data and dissemination of research findings. The new team member(s) will contribute to research that directly informs programs and policies of tangible benefit to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples across Australia. They will engage with leading scholars in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health and wellbeing research, as well as external community and policy partners.

The Person

The Research Officer(s) will report to a Senior Academic (Prof Raymond Lovett, Assoc. Prof Raglan Maddox, Assoc. Prof Lisa Whop) within Yardhura Walani. The role will include working with staff across the Centre as well as the National Centre for Epidemiology and Population Health (NCEPH), the University and external partners more broadly. The Research Officer(s) will be supported to develop and maintain trusted relationships with range of community organisations, governments, and non-government organisations to contribute to collaborative research and teaching. They will be expected to be organised, reliable and work with limited supervision. Some domestic travel may also be involved.

The School/Department

Yardhura Walani houses the largest number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff and graduate students at ANU and is the largest, and arguably most impactful, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander-led and governed health and wellbeing research Centre in Australia.

The College/Division

The ANU College of Law, Governance and Public Policy (CLGP) is a progressive and newly established College that brings together four world-leading academic schools dedicated to shaping the future of law, governance, regulation, policy and population health. As part of Australia’s leading university, the College fosters excellence in research, teaching, and engagement, driving impactful contributions to national and global challenges.

The College provides an intellectually rich community, committed to providing a collaborative and supportive environment for academics, students, and professionals to thrive.

For further information please contact, Lachie Russell, Business Manager, E: Lachie.russell@anu.edu.au

The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on indigenous.employment@anu.edu.au 

ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to people of all backgrounds and identities.  For more information about staff equity at ANU, click here. For enquiries about the application process, or if you require reasonable adjustment to apply for this role, please contact the hiring manager on the above listed details.

Application information

In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents:

• A statement addressing the selection criteria.
• A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees you can complete these online when prompted in the application form.
• Other documents, if required.

Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.

Please note: The successful candidate must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.