Senior Research Fellow

The University of Sydney

SENIOR RESEARCH FELLOW
SYDNEY CENTRE FOR ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER STATISTICS
FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES
REFERENCE NO. 2198/1013

Be a leader within an exciting new centre to improve the accessibility, analysis, interpretation and dissemination of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander statistics

Work within a strategic plan for ensuring strong Indigenous participation in a leading Australian University

Full-time / part-time fixed term for 12 months with further offers possible, remuneration package: full-time $128K- $147K p.a. which includes base salary leave loading and up to 17% super, further offers possible dependent upon funding

Under the leadership and guidance of Professor Shane Houston, Deputy Vice Chancellor Indigenous Strategy and Services, the University has established the Sydney Centre for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Statistics (SCATSIS). The centre is located within the Faculty of Health Sciences. The Foundation Director is Professor Richard Madden.

The aims of the centre are to:

explore data development needs and issues that will contribute to the advancement and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people

encourage best practice in data definition, collection and storage

undertake data set development, collection and analysis

build capacity in the sector.

As Senior Research Fellow you will work with Professor Madden and the centre's Reference Group to chart the initial work program for the centre, to engage additional key staff, and to undertake initial research and consultancy projects. An essential role will be to build and maintain links with Indigenous groups with interests in statistics, so as to learn about their priorities in relation to the production, use and storage of Indigenous data. Good relationships with relevant funding bodies also need to be established, with the aim that the centre be self-supporting after three years.

To succeed in securing this role you will have:

a PhD or equivalent in a discipline relevant to the work of the centre

demonstrated skills in statistics, with a focus on at least one of data development, collection or analysis of Indigenous data

demonstrated understanding of the cultural heritage of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and the capacity to build linkages with Indigenous people across Australia

ability to effectively engage statistical agencies and other government bodies that collect data about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples

demonstrated ability to credibly represent the centre at external forums (local, state, national)

sound communication and writing skills

demonstrated organisational and problem solving skills

experience in managing academic and professional staff

a track record of publications in an area related to the work of the centre

experience in identifying and pursuing funding sources, such as research grants and contract work.

All applications must be submitted via the University of Sydney careers website. Visit sydney.edu.au/recruitment and search by the reference number for more information and to apply.

CLOSING DATE: 28 November 2013 (11.00pm Sydney Time)

The University is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity and social inclusion. Applications from equity target groups and women are encouraged. The University of Sydney has also established a scheme to increase the number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff employed across the institution. Applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged.