Research Associate in Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Health Advancement

JR0000017197 - Research Associate in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Advancement

• Fixed Term until 31 March 2027 | Part-Time at 0.6FTE - 0.8FTE (negotiable)
• Academic Level A | $90,930 - $100,197 p.a. (pro-rata)
• Location: Darwin - Larrakia
• View Position Description

About the Role

Join a nationally significant NHMRC-funded research program focused on advancing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander kidney health outcomes. As a Research Associate, you will contribute to impactful research that supports communities to design and implement evidence-based health interventions aimed at reducing the burden of chronic kidney disease. Working within Flinders University's Rural and Remote Health team in Darwin, you will collaborate with researchers, communities, and industry partners across regional, remote and national settings to deliver meaningful health outcomes.

• Contribute to the planning, delivery and evaluation of research activities, including literature reviews, data collection, analysis and dissemination of findings.
• Support the successful delivery of project milestones and KPIs, including ethics and governance approvals, in collaboration with the broader research team.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, industry partners and stakeholders across regional, rural and remote locations.
• Produce high-quality research outputs, including publications, presentations and contributions to future research funding opportunities.

This position makes a significant contribution to the University's strategic plan to change 10 million lives, Every One Matters, by 2035 through directly contributing to the strategic driver of Research that Matters. By advancing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander kidney health through impactful, community-informed research, the role supports the generation of evidence, partnerships and knowledge that drive meaningful health improvements across regional, rural and remote communities.

About You

You are an emerging researcher with a passion for improving Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health outcomes through impactful, community-centred research. With a background in public health, Indigenous health or a related discipline, you bring strong research skills, experience working across diverse stakeholder groups, and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes that contribute to meaningful change in regional, rural and remote communities.

You will bring:

• Progress towards, or completion of, a PhD in public health, Indigenous health, or a related health discipline, with demonstrated research experience.
• Knowledge and experience of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander research methodologies and culturally responsive approaches to research.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to achieve milestones, critically review literature, and contribute to publications and presentations.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with communities, industry partners, and multidisciplinary research teams across regional, rural and remote settings.

Flinders Rural and Remote Health NT

At Flinders Rural and Remote Health NT, our aim is to be a hub for innovative health research, education, and workforce development across the Northern Territory. We engage with students, community, and stakeholders to provide critical programs, such as the Northern Territory Medical Program, Paramedicine, Rural Clinical School, and the University Department of Rural Health.

Our postgraduate education pathways (Remote Health Practice program), provides workforce development through Indigenous health and clinical skills training, and we have a community driven research program led by researchers committed to improving health outcomes. We work alongside Poche SA+NT focussing on Indigenous leadership capacity development and developing the Indigenous health workforce. All activities are driven by our values which focus on the long-term and short-term needs of the NT community.

Life at Flinders

We're transforming and investing in people and facilities to create contemporary, stimulating, and satisfying learning and work environments that reflect our core values of excellence, innovation, courage, and integrity. Flinders is refocusing its strategic priorities with the aim of elevating its performance to be a top ten Australian university, and amongst the top 1% in the world.

Reaching beyond the limits of buildings, borders, and backgrounds, ours is an inclusive culture that believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all. We don't just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them. So, why work at Flinders?

• 17% Superannuation + salary packaging options
• Flexible working arrangements
• Awarded the AHEIA Higher Education Award for Workplace Culture Excellence due to our commitment to wellbeing through our Thriving@Flinders staff wellbeing program
• Wide range of professional development activities and services, including exclusive staff study offers
• We embrace diversity and promote equity and inclusion for all students and staff, as shown through our three SAGE Cygnet Awards.
• Recognised as a Veteran Employer of Choice
• 6 weeks annual leave (Northern Territory only)

Our Commitment to Reconciliation and Indigenous Employment

Flinders University is proud to be an organisation that is committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan and Indigenous Workforce Strategy. Our vision is to be a preferred employer for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are committed to progressing Indigenous advancement in education, research, employment, and wellbeing, and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all Flinders vacancies.

• Please see here for our Reconciliation Action Plan
• Please see here for our Indigenous Workforce Strategy

Prescribed Conditions for Employment

• A current Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check which is satisfactory to the University will be required by Flinders University before the successful applicant can commence in this position. A criminal record will not automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration. Each case will be assessed on its individual merits and relevance to the inherent requirements of the role.
• Please note that you may be required to provide evidence that you are up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations, in line with the Flinders University COVID-19 Vaccination Policy
• Northern Territory Government legislation (the Care and Protection of Children Act 2007) now requires all individuals in child related employment or whose duties involve, or are likely to involve, contact with a child, to hold a valid 'Working with Children Clearance' (Ochre Card). This position involves child related work and is assessed as requiring a Working with Children Clearance/Ochre Card.

How to Apply and Information

• To apply online, please visit the Jobs@Flinders website via the job portal: JR0000017197 Research Associate in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Advancement
• You are required to submit a CV, along with a Suitability Statement as a separate document. This should be no more than 3 pages, and address the Key Position Capabilities of the position description
• Flinders University is committed to providing an environment where staff with disability are valued, supported and encouraged, and can, as far as practicably possible, participate fully and independently in the life of the University. If you require any reasonable adjustments to assist you in the selection process, including being accompanied by an accredited assistance animal with public access rights as per the Disability Policy, please advise the contact the Recruitment Team so that we can make appropriate arrangements through ••••@flinders.edu.au or call 08 •••• •383.
• For more information regarding this position, please contact Diana Mosca

Applications to be submitted before 10:00 pm (ACDT) Sunday, 23 August 2026.

Please note, late applications and applications sent via agencies will not be accepted.

At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities.