Lead the Indigenous Australians and Forests cross-cutting theme within the AFWI-funded Centre for Climate-Smart ForestryDesign and deliver a coordinated research programme embedding Indigenous knowledge and values across Centre activitiesDevelop and implement the Indigenous Australians and Forests theme aligned with CCSF and AFWI prioritiesProduce high-quality scholarly outputsBuild and sustain respectful relationships with Traditional Owner groups, industry and governmentEnable co-design and knowledge exchangeCreate pathways and training for Indigenous participation in researchSupervise and mentor HDR students and early-career research staffLead co-funded and co-designed proposal developmentContribute to CCSF outreach and sector engagementParticipate in CCSF planning, seminars and committeesPromote inclusion and the Two Worlds framework across the CCSFRequirementsPhD in Forest Science, Environmental Science, or a related disciplineStrong publication recordExperience delivering research that impacts policy or practiceProven experience building respectful partnerships with Indigenous communitiesExperience applying culturally protected, Two Worlds approachesSkills in designing grant proposalsExperience managing funded projectsProven experience working with Indigenous communitiesCollaborative,



ethically grounded and committed to inclusive research practiceOnly Indigenous Australians are eligible to applyCurrent valid work rights for AustraliaVisa sponsorship is not availableWorking with Children Check requiredResume and cover letter requiredCore CompetenciesDemonstrates expertise in leading research initiatives that integrate Indigenous knowledge and values, with a strong focus on building partnerships and delivering impactful outcomes in forest and environmental science.
Proven ability to mentor and supervise research staff while promoting inclusive practices and co-design methodologies.Highest-signal resume keywordsPhD In Forest ScienceStrong Publication RecordExperience Delivering Research Impacting PolicyProven Experience Building Partnerships With Indigenous CommunitiesSkills In Designing Grant ProposalsATS Optimization KeywordsHard SkillsResearch Programme DesignProject ManagementGrant Proposal DevelopmentCulturally Safe ApproachesKnowledge Exchange FacilitationSoft SkillsCollaborativeEthically GroundedCommitment To Inclusive Research PracticeCertifications & QualificationsWorking With Children CheckIndustry KeywordsIndigenous KnowledgeTwo Worlds FrameworkClimate-Smart ForestryRespectful RelationshipsSector Engagement
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📌 Senior Research Fellow, Climate-Smart Forestry – Indigenous Australian Themelead (Melbourne)
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📍 Melbourne