Postdoctoral Fellow, Dilin Duwa Centre

Role type: Full-time (1 FTE), Fixed term for 3 years 
Faculty: The Faculty of Business and Economics 
Department/School:  Dilin Duwa Centre for Indigenous Business 
Salary: Level B $124,656 - $148,023 p.a. plus 17% super

• Conduct groundbreaking Indigenous business research, shape Indigenous and non-Indigenous leadership capabilities, and collaborate across Melbourne Business School and FBE.

• Apply now to drive impactful Indigenous business research and leadership education that shapes communities and organisations nationally.

• Investing in you – 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

The University of Melbourne  
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Your next career opportunity  
You will lead a postdoctoral research programme focused on Indigenous business and leadership with real-world impact.  
You will also teach into innovative graduate programmes, shaping current and future Indigenous and non-Indigenous business leaders. 
You will build strong partnerships across universities, industry and communities, extending networks within the Indigenous business ecosystem.

What you will deliver:

• Design, conduct and publish high-quality research on Indigenous business, leadership and related fields with national and international relevance.

• Prepare competitive research grant applications and pursue external funding to grow the Centre’s Indigenous business research portfolio.

• Teach, coordinate and innovate in postgraduate subjects within Dilin Duwa graduate programmes, including curriculum and assessment design.

• Supervise and mentor graduate and higher degree researchers, supporting their development in Indigenous business and leadership scholarship.

• Engage actively with Indigenous businesses, communities and partners through events, networks and knowledge exchange activities.

You may be a great fit if you:

• Hold a doctoral degree in Indigenous business, Indigenous leadership or a closely related discipline.

• Demonstrate a growing track record of quality research publications and other scholarly or creative outputs.

• Bring experience teaching at university level, including designing and delivering Indigenous business and leadership subjects.

• Possess capability to supervise graduate or higher degree researchers and support their academic and professional growth.

• Use learning management systems such as Canvas confidently to support engaging, technology-enhanced teaching and assessment.

• Exhibit strong data analysis skills, problem-solving ability and meticulous record-keeping within research projects.

For further information please refer to the attached PD.

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:

• Build future financial security with 17% superannuation

• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being

• Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning

• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave

• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company

• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

For more information check out our benefits page!

Your new team – The Dilin Duwa Centre for Indigenous Business 
Dilin Duwa is a new research, education and engagement Centre focused on advancing Indigenous business leadership. A collaboration between the University of Melbourne’s Faculty of Business and Economics (FBE) and Melbourne Business School Ltd (MBSL), the Centre plays a pivotal role in meeting the University’s target of developing 1000 Indigenous business leaders by 2025. This extends across the portfolio of programs from research, undergraduate to postgraduate, executive education and community engagement at FBE and MBS.

Be Yourself  
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. The diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb.

We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. Learn more about how we support an accessible recruitment process.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants  
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Visit our Indigenous staff page to learn more about our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.

Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at [email protected].

Application essentials:

• Visit "apply with us" to learn more about the process, including tips and FAQs.

• You must have current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

• A Working with Children Check is required for all positions. If successful, we will guide you through the process and reimburse you.

• Please upload your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and experience as part of the application process.

• Please upload your responses to the Selection Criteria, found in the Position Description.

• Please upload your research proposal.

Want to know more?

• For queries related to this specific position, contact Sara Kaltz at [email protected]

• For questions related to our recruitment process email Nick Petersen at [email protected]

• For recruitment adjustments contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at [email protected] (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments').

Apply today, and join a community that’s shaping the future.

Applications close: Sunday 11th May at 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone.

Position Description: JR-012084 Dilin Duwa Postdoctoral Fellow_PD.docx