Wurruwila Wutja Research Fellow
- Support the development and growth of outstanding Indigenous scholars
- Multiyear Appointment up to 3 Years/ Fixed Term/ Research Only/Part Time or Full Time
- This role can be based from any La Trobe University Campus
- Remuneration aligned at Academic Level A, B or C
About the position: The Wurruwila Wutja Research Fellow is a research only academic who will be expected to undertake independent and/or team research and participate in activities within the relevant field to develop their research expertise. The Fellow will be located in a discipline relevant School/Research Centre/Research Institute and be closely linked with the Gabra Biik, Wurruwila Wutja Research Centre.
La Trobe University is committed to enhancing Indigenous leadership, self-determination, and knowledge. Consultation with community and support for Indigenous lead knowledge is core to the University and highlighted throughout our Indigenous Strategy, Indigenous Research Framework, and University research strategy, Research & Innovation 2030.
The La Trobe University Wurruwila Wutja Research Fellowship is a key initiative that has been developed under La Trobe University’s refreshed research strategy, Research & Innovation 2030. The aims of the Fellowship are to support and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander researchers in higher education institutions and expand Indigenous researchers’ capacity to provide a positive impact for our communities.
The Fellowship is a multi-year appointment (up to 3 years) and open to Indigenous researchers with a PhD or equivalent research experience who demonstrate a strong research track record and commitment to Indigenous community. Fellows will have the flexibility to pursue research within their area of expertise which aligns to a program of ongoing research at La Trobe University. The candidate will have a primary affiliation with a School, Research Centres and/or Research Institute and will report to a senior researcher working within an established program of research at La Trobe University to promote research excellence. The Fellow will also be a member of Gabra Biik, Wurruwila Wutja Research Centre and have opportunity to engage with the broader support network this Centre offers members.
You will be assigned an Indigenous mentor from within or outside the university and a discipline specific mentor to support you in your career development. Funding will be available to support the development of the fellow with an expectation that external funding will be sought by the fellow to further enhance your career.