Full-time, 3 years fixed term at Camperdown with hybrid working arrangements available New role, First Nations Research Support Lead creating lasting impact through culturally safe, ethical and community-centred research Base Salary $117,133 + 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

Read about our commitment to First Nations Faculty of Medicine and Health, First Nations Employment Brochure. This position has been designated for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people only under the provisions of section 126 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW). Should your application be progressed, you will be required to provide your confirmation of identity documents. Your recruiter will be in touch to advise you on how to confirm Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander status. Join a supportive, inclusive and purpose-driven community at the University of Sydney's Faculty of Medicine and Health, where world-class research and teaching are transforming lives locally and globally. The Faculty of Medicine and Health is establishing a new First Nations Research Support function to strengthen culturally appropriate, ethical and impactful research involving Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities. This exciting new initiative reflects the Faculty's commitment to the First Nations Strategy of “First Nations People Living Their Healthiest Lives”

Your key responsibilities will be to:

- lead the development and delivery of the Faculty's First Nations research support function
- develop frameworks, guidance, tools and resources that promote best practice in First Nations research
- establish and maintain the First Nations Research Support Hub and research repository
- provide expert advice on Indigenous research ethics, governance, community engagement and funding opportunities
- support researchers with ethics submissions, grant development and culturally appropriate research practices
- build and maintain strong relationships with First Nations communities, researchers, University stakeholders and external organisations




- coordinate targeted First Nations research funding initiatives
- supervise and mentor the First Nations Research Support Officer
- drive continuous improvement across research support services

About you

- demonstrated experience supporting or leading First Nations research within a research-intensive environment
- strong knowledge of Indigenous research ethics, governance and community engagement
- experience developing research frameworks, resources or strategic initiatives
- excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders
- strong planning, organisational and project management capabilities
- experience supporting research funding, ethics submissions and compliance requirements

Why work with us

We are committed to creating a culturally safe, supportive and inclusive workplace for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.

Key benefits

- generous cultural leave and flexible working arrangements
- access to the YURA Network and FMH First Nations Staff Network, offering cultural connection, mentoring, peer support, networking, experience sharing, and career development opportunities for First Nations staff.
- tax-efficient salary packaging options for cars, laptops, and additional contributions to your superannuation fund

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Pre-employment checks and declarations





Your employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all pre-employment or background checks required for the role in terms satisfactory to the University. Also, to meet the University’s obligations under the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Eliminate Gender-Based Violence you will be asked to declare if you have been investigated for, or found to engaged in, sexual harm or gender-based violence in the course of previous employment or in a legal process. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTQIA+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Platinum Employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion.

Applications from people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds; equity target groups including women, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQ; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged.

Applications Close Tuesday 15 September 2026 11:59 PM

Want to know more about working at the University of Sydney? https://www.sydney.edu.au/about-us.html

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📌 First Nations Research Support Lead (Identified)-Faculty of Medicine and Health (New South Wales)
🏢 University Of Sydney
📍 New South Wales