Dean, Indigenous Research & Innovation
Dean, Indigenous Research & Innovation
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Job Description
The portfolio of the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Indigenous) (DVC Indigenous) leads coordinates promotes and works with colleagues across the University in successfully enabling all aspects of the Universitys activity and initiatives in First Peoples research innovation learning and teaching and engagement in support of Griffiths strategic plans. The portfolio includes the Indigenous Research Unit and the GUMURRII Student Success Unit.
The Dean Indigenous Research & Innovation is a key leadership role within the DVC Indigenous portfolio and works closely with Griffiths research community (including the Indigenous Research Unit the DVC Research portfolio and the Deans (Research) within the Academic Groups) to appropriately integrate and strengthen Indigenous research at Griffith.
As a Dean Indigenous Research & Innovation youll take on complex local and global challenges using your skills and experience to advance Indigenous research and drive meaningful change. Heres how youll make it matter:
- Strategically expand and elevate Indigenous research across Griffith University leading the development and implementation of a bold future-focused Indigenous research strategy that aligns with national priorities community aspirations and Griffiths commitment to Indigenous flourishing.
- Accelerate the growth of Indigenous research capacity by designing and delivering transformative development pathways for Indigenous staff and HDR students fostering a thriving pipeline of Indigenous researchers through targeted recruitment retention mentoring and completion initiatives.
- Grow and deepen partnerships with Indigenous communities and external stakeholders embedding co-design Indigenous governance and reciprocal engagement at the heart of research practices to ensure culturally grounded and impactful outcomes.
- Champion the integration of Indigenous research principles across university governance planning and curriculum working collaboratively with senior leadership to embed Indigenous ways of knowing being and doing into the institutional fabric and drive systemic change.
- Lead the expansion and transformation of the Indigenous Research Unit overseeing its operations with a focus on strategic growth optimising workforce planning resource mobilisation and compliance while shaping the future structure and resourcing of the DVC (Indigenous) portfolios research function.
This is a fixed term (5 years) full time senior contract primarily based at Griffith University Logan. As Griffith is a multi-campus University you will be required to work across other campus locations.
Griffith Universitys sites are located on the lands of the Yugarabul Yuggera Jagera Turrbal Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.
Salary Range
A competitive salary package is available for the successful candidate.
Qualifications :
What matters most is your drive to create a brighter future that benefits all. Through our core principles of excellence ethics and engagement youll thrive on seeing the direct and lasting impact youll have on every community and every future.
You will also have:
- A PhD qualification with a substantial track record of research achievement as a senior academic or senior career researcher specifically in the field of Indigenous Research.
- Demonstrated experience in leading Indigenous research initiatives including strategy development program design and operational management within a university or research setting.
- An understanding of Indigenous communities with a track record of engagement co-design and governance practices that reflect Indigenous ways of knowing being and doing.
- Demonstrated experience in growing Indigenous research capacity including through mentoring Indigenous researchers and HDR students fostering inclusive research environments and developing pathways for academic and educational advancement.
- Ability to influence policy and embed Indigenous research practices across governance planning and curriculum development frameworks.
- Outstanding interpersonal and relationship-building skills with the ability to work collegially across diverse academic groups and external stakeholders to promote excellence in Indigenous research.
- To perform this role it is essential that the person who holds the position be an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. It is therefore a genuine occupational requirement under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 that applicants are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
We recognise that your heritage is deeply personal to you. Proof of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage is a requirement for appointment to this role. This includes that people filling the role:
- are of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent; and
- identify as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person; and
- are accepted by your community as being an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.
We accept an original or notarised copy of a Letter of Confirmation issued by an incorporated Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander organisation and stamped with the organisations common seal. Confirmations of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander status may be made by an incorporated community organisation association or body where the majority of members of the governing body are Aboriginal persons or Torres Strait Islander persons or both.
The Griffith First Peoples Employment Partner is here to support you with this if need be. Please feel free to be in contact with the First Peoples Employment Partner at at any stage of the application process if you have any questions.
Additional Information :
Why Griffith
As a values-led organisation at Griffith University weve worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:
- Mix of on campus and work from home options available and a supportive work environment
- Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts
- Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading
- Health Safety and Wellbeing initiatives on campus Gym facilities
How to apply
At Griffith were committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever youre from. If you require any accommodations we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.
Griffith University values diversity inclusion and flexibility. For more information please visit our Equity Diversity and Inclusion page. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information please refer to Griffiths Modern Slavery Policy.
Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:
- A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the qualifications above and the position description)
- Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details
- Names and contact details of at least three professional referees (no contact will be made without your permission)
- Confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent.
Applicants must have unrestricted working rights. VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.
For further information specifically about this role please contact Professor Jonathan Bullen Deputy Vice Chancellor (Indigenous) at .
For application and recruitment advice please contact Ms Corinna Gartrell Talent Acquisition Partner at .
For application support please contact Bronwyn Ward First Peoples Employment Partner at .
For application support please contact People Services onand quote reference number REF8213S.
Closing date: Monday 4 August 2025 at 11:59pm AEST. All applications must be submitted online.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Employment Type
Full-time
