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Indigenous Visiting Research Fellow page is loadedIndigenous Visiting Research FellowApply locations Parkville, Victoria, Australia time type Full time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago time left to apply End Date: June 7, 2025 (26 days left to apply) job requisition id JR3502Job TitleIndigenous Visiting Research FellowJob DescriptionAn excellent opportunity is available for a n Indigenous Visiting Research Fellow to join the I mmunology Division at Australias pre-eminent biomedical research institute.About the PositionThe Indigenous Visiting Research Fellowship program will support one Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander researcher for up to a two-year period.Fellows can range from PhD students who have completed their confirmation of candidature, through to post-graduate, mid-career researchers. Clinicians with an interest in research are also welcome to apply. Researchers not currently employed/enrolled to study at WEHI will be given preference.This opportunity supports Indigenous researchers using advanced genomics to improve diagnostic outcomes for people with suspected genetic immune disease. The project focus is to understand advanced genomic and multi-omic technologies that support successful diagnoses for Indigenous patients with rare immune conditions.Selection CriteriaEssential Knowledge and Skills:Current or future potential for scientific, professional, clinical and/or cultural leadership.Research achievements as evidenced by track record of publications and/or scientific presentations and/or technical reports and/or health policy documents or academic transcripts (relative to opportunity and current career stage).Interest in the application of clinical genomics, immunogenomics or genomic technologies.Able to commit to a research program at WEHI.Fit of the proposed scientific program with the research program of the hosting laboratory.Terms of AppointmentThis position is offered over a three to twenty-four month period in a full or part time capacity, to be negotiated as appropriate to the career stage.Fellowships will be awarded for up to $300,000 over a two-year period ($150,000 pa), dependent on career stage and cost of the project. The fellowship can be used to cover costs including:Stipend appropriate to the researchers level; this will be negotiable depending on whether the fellow suspends employment at their previous employer, or continues to receive financial support during their fellowship. Funding may also be utilised to employ a research assistant if the fellow cannot relocate to the Institute for the duration of the project, and if suitable arrangements can be made with the host laboratory head. Consumables and scientific support for the project.Relocation expenses (if moving to Melbourne) and travel support for the researcher to make return trips home during the year.The filling of this position is intended to constitute a special/equal opportunity measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth), and section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 and section 8(4) of the Charter of Human Rights and Responsibilities Act 2006. The position is open to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants.General enquiries can be directed to indigenousfellowships@wehi.edu.auA position description is available here .How to ApplyPlease apply by the following steps:Step 1: Applicants should download and complete an EOI form.Expression of Interest (EOI) form available here .Step 2: Upload DocumentsApplicants should upload CV and EOI form in pdf format.Application Closing Date:Applications are currently open for the Indigenous Visiting Research - Genomics Fellowship Program. Applications for this program opened May 2025 and are reviewed on a rolling basis, so you may apply at any time. The job may be reposted after 30 days of posting in line with job board requirements.About UsWEHIs commitment to diversity and inclusionAt WEHI we strive to foster a flexible working environment that encourages individual differences and promotes collaboration and creativity. We recognise that talent does not sit within a single identifiable group in our society and that WEHIs ability to shape contemporary scientific thinking and deliver leading professional services relies on a diversity of thought within our organisation. Our action to promote gender equality has been recognised with an Athena SWAN Bronze Award from Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) and we offer a range of support for women researchers . Our commitment to celebrating diversity and addressing inequities is further demonstrated through our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy, Gender Action Plan, Reconciliation Action Plan and our WE-Pride network for LGBTQIA+ staff and students. We actively encourage applications from, people with a disability, culturally, religiously and linguistically diverse people and people with diverse genders and sexualities. Should you require support during the recruitment process due to special needs or consideration, please contact the People and Culture team .WEHIs commitment to Indigenous employmentWEHI is working to create a future where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples will be engaged at the scientific frontier, making exciting discoveries and decisions about the future of health in this country, and part of a leading professional services workforce supporting the realisation of these discoveries. We are committed to creating a culturally safe workplace and offering career development and leadership opportunities to First Nations staff and students. We strongly encourage any Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr