Research Worker (Identified)

About this Opportunity

This position is only open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants.

• Fixed-Term (until 31.05.2027), Full-Time
• Jawun Research Institution
• CQUniversity Brisbane
• Support Research Worker Level 4
• Total Remuneration $88,138 to $93,095 pa (including salary of $74,478 to $78,667 plus 17% superannuation and leave loading)

Join an organisation with an unbreakable belief that quality education, training and research should be available to everyone – regardless of background, location or life circumstances.

Working at CQUniversity

The Jawun Research Institute was launched in 2017 as North Queensland’s first Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health research centre, dedicated to advancing Indigenous prosperity, social and economic inclusion, and cultural continuity.

The Institute builds on foundational research programs including the Empowerment Research Program, CREW, and the Building Indigenous Research Capacity Project, in collaboration with community partners. It focuses on engaged, high impact, applied research to support equitable health and wellbeing outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Your role, as a Research Worker will contribute to projects such as ‘GeneEqual’ and ‘ALIGN’, supporting research into the ethical, legal, and social implications of genomics, while actively engaging with Indigenous communities to uphold principles of sovereignty and self-determination.

Be Rewarded

• Up to 5 days paid Indigenous Cultural or Ceremonial leave
• 17% superannuation (with the choice to join an award-winning superfund)
• 6 weeks annual leave (incl. Christmas and New Year closure)
• 10 days personal/sick leave, plus 5 days carer’s leave
• 7.25 hours engaged service leave
• Fantastic professional and career development opportunities
• Up to 26 weeks (six months) paid parental leave
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport

Position Requirements

• Completion of an undergraduate degree, diploma with relevant experience, certificate-level qualification with post-certificate experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to share knowledge clearly, actively listen, and support diverse stakeholder conversations within a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft software, including using mathematical formulae, symbols, and desktop publishing tools for text and layout formatting.
• A qualification in Biomedical Science (Desirable).

Reconciliation and First Nations Peoples Employment

CQUniversity is committed to the improvement of employment outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. At CQUniversity, our vision for reconciliation is a just and equitable Australia, empowered by the self-determination of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are committed to fostering a tertiary education environment that genuinely values and elevates First Nations knowledges, leadership and strengths.

The filling of this position is intended to constitute an equal opportunity measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth), and s 105 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld)

CQUniversity continues to work towards achieving reconciliation – by not only incorporating and normalising Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and perspectives within our everyday business, but also by promoting First Nations voices and contributions across our partners and stakeholders, and our wider communities.

• Please see here for our Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan
• Please see here for our First Nations Workforce Strategy 2020-2025

Position Description

For further information about this position, please refer to the Position Description.

Apply today for a career that changes lives

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Sunday, 16 November 2025

  
Job Requisition ID: 6643

Contact Details: 

Gregory Pratt

(07) 3023 4288

g.pratt2@cqu.edu.au

When submitting your application, please include: Your Current CV or Resume, and a 1-2 page Cover Letter highlighting your relevant skills, experience and suitability for the position. 

Work Rights: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold the full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this appointment.

CQUniversity is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and CQUniversity’s domestic and international student graduates with post-study work rights are encouraged to apply.

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