"Indigenous PhD Pathways Coordinator"

As the Indigenous PhD Pathways Coordinator, you'll play a crucial role in creating and promoting pathways for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates into research degrees at the University of Melbourne. You'll develop and deliver a multidisciplinary PhD familiarisation program, ensuring culturally responsive support for prospective Indigenous graduate researchers. This role offers you the opportunity to make a significant impact on building Indigenous academic leadership and advancing the University's commitment to Indigenous research excellence.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Develop and Pilot PhD Familiarisation Program: Create and implement a culturally safe and supportive program for prospective Indigenous graduate researchers across STEM and HASS disciplines.
• Provide Tailored Support: Serve as a key contact for prospective Indigenous candidates, offering guidance and warm engagement to navigate university processes and pathways.
• Collaborate Across the University: Work with Murrup Barak, faculty staff, and Chancellery to align program delivery with institutional goals and growing research expertise.
• Manage Program Logistics: Oversee participant engagement, program promotion, travel, and accommodation for the familiarisation program.

You may be a great fit if: You are a strategic thinker with strong interpersonal skills and a deep understanding of Indigenous student experiences, capable of developing and implementing initiatives that increase opportunities for prospective Indigenous graduate researchers.

You may also:

• Possess a relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Have demonstrated experience in strategic planning and operational execution of initiatives supporting Indigenous students.
• Exhibit strong interpersonal skills and the ability to engage with diverse stakeholders sensitively.
• Possess excellent organisational and time management skills, balancing competing demands effectively.
• Demonstrate a deep understanding of Indigenous student experiences and cultural safety.
• Have well-developed written communication skills for preparing reports and delivering research tasks.

What we offer you! We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including: Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being, Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance, Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program. For more information check out our benefits page!

Is this the perfect opportunity for you? Apply today! Including the following documents: Resume, Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience.