Overview
Postdoctoral Research Fellow (Indigenous Targeted) – Culturally Nourishing School (CNS) project. Collaborative initiative between universities, schools, and communities to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students through culturally focused, strengths-based whole-of-school change.
CNS combines leadership and professional learning with practice-informed research to reshape teaching, curriculum, and community engagement. Location: Adelaide, SA, Australia. Employment type: Full-Time (35-hour week). Duration: Fixed-Term Contract until 31 December 2027.
Remuneration: Level B, $127,947 – $150,830 + 17% super.
Responsibilities
- Develop a research agenda and deliver high-quality reports and publications.
- Apply quantitative education research methods and multivariate analysis.
- Support the management of a large, multi-stakeholder research program.
- Contribute to advocacy through data and policy-relevant insights.
- Conduct high-quality research in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander education, both independently and within project teams.
- Prepare and publish research outputs (journal articles, reports, books) and contribute to grant submissions.
- Manage data, projects, and records in line with ethics, legal, and skilled standards.
- Present research at conferences and industry forums, and engage with external stakeholders.
- Supervise HDR students where appropriate and contribute to project administration.
Qualifications and Skills
- PhD in Education, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Studies, Sociology, or related field (within the past 5 years, with allowances for career interruptions).
- Proven scholarly writing skills and a developing publication record.
- Strong quantitative research skills, including multivariate analysis (experience in mixed-methods research an advantage).
- Experience conducting research in schools (preferred).
- Excellent project management, organisational, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in diverse teams, with willingness to travel domestically.
About UNSW
UNSW is a large, diverse community focused on thoughtful, practical, and purposeful work. We support flexibility and provide opportunities for career development.
Benefits and Culture
- Flexible working
- Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas period
- Access to lifelong learning and career development
- Progressive HR practices
- Discounts and entitlements
- Cultural Leave (for Indigenous people) and Indigenous Employee Network
How to Apply
Please submit your CV, a cover letter, and a separate document addressing your suitability against each of the selection criteria (listed under “Skills & Experience” in the position description). A copy of the Position Description can be found on JOBS@UNSW.
Applications close: 11:30pm on the 5th of October, 2025.
Contact
Nat Chenhall – Manager Indigenous Employment, n.chenhall@unsw.edu.au
For queries regarding the recruitment process, contact Lucy Gerondis, Talent Acquisition Consultant, UNSW: l.gerondis@unsw.edu.au
UNSW is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people from diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, LGBTIQ+ community, and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
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