Medicine Nursing and Health Sciences
Indigenous Recruitment
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Welcome
Join our growing Indigenous team to provide support for our Indigenous students and the teaching of our Indigenous health curriculum.
The Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences is recognised as a leading educator for doctors, nurses and allied health professionals in Australia. As the University's largest research Faculty, we have successfully contributed to crucial health breakthroughs in areas such as IVF, cancer, mental health and cardiovascular research as well as leading large clinical trials such as ASPREE and STAREE.
We are committed to the pursuit of excellence and innovation in both research and teaching, and to providing a culturally safe and vibrant workplace for Indigenous staff.
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We are driven to improve the human condition, and to achieve this ambitious goal, we are seeking strategic positions that will offer significant contributions towards the Faculty and University initiatives.
Professor Christina Mitchell,
Dean of Medicine Nursing and Health Sciences
Dean of Medicine Nursing and Health Sciences
Monash Indigenous community
At Monash University, we value diversity and promote equality of opportunity. Monash University strives to 'achieve social justice for all' and 'redress past wrongs'. We are committed to providing a culturally safe and vibrant workplace for Indigenous staff.
Monash has over 190 Indigenous students studying health courses. Over the last five years 143 Indigenous health professionals have graduated, including 20 doctors, 21 nurses, 5 midwives, 36 in psychology and mental health, 13 physiotherapists and 6 Doctor of Philosophy.
Monash University is an exciting place to work for Indigenous Australians. Support and development of Indigenous staff are at its heart, as we feel that working at Monash University should be a career, not just a job. Our Indigenous Employee Network will give you the opportunity to meet and develop professional and personal relationships with other Indigenous employees through social events and more formal activities. The friendly and supportive environment at Monash will ensure that you will have the assistance you need to develop your career.
The natural settings of our campuses allow for a relaxed atmosphere, away from the hustle and bustle of working in the city. We recognise the impact we have on country and encourage best practice in conserving the environment. We have Australian campuses in Caulfield, Clayton, Parkville and Frankston.
Roles at the University include professional, academic and services positions. As a large and broad organisation we are able to offer a wide range of roles, from administration to academic, from customer service to marketing, from traineeships to personal training.
There are several ways to enter employment at the university - through mainstream recruitment, traineeships, internships and our Indigenous employment process.
Our support for Indigenous staff is exemplified by our:
William Cooper Institute
A hub for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander research, learning and engagement - promoting Indigenous leadership and advancement across Monash University.
Gukwonderuk Indigenous Health Centre
The Gukwonderuk Indigenous Health Workforces Centre's vision is to create health workforces that meet the health and wellbeing needs of Indigenous peoples. We provide education, engagement and research contributions that address and serve the needs of Indigenous people and communities. Our work is informed by Indigenous knowledge and futures.
About the roles
We propose to appoint additional Indigenous academic education-focused staff (level B) to develop, support and deliver Indigenous health teaching across a range of health care disciplines in line with the background/skills of the applicant(s) and /or the needs of the Faculty. These academics would have a healthcare background, be embedded in Schools and Departments, and have strong links to our Gukwonderuk Unit (Indigenous Health).
To find out more about these roles, please enquire below.
Our leading University
At Monash, we have achieved an enviable reputation both locally and internationally. We’re proud to be:
- The largest university in Australia with a presence on three continents
- Consistently ranked in the top 100 universities in the world
- Inspiring innovation and learning culture
Our motto Ancora Imparo “I am still learning” reminds us that the search for knowledge should never end. We are fired with a restless ambition that pushes us to do things better, to set new benchmarks and break new ground.
As a team, we are driven to achieve the goals set out in Monash Strategic Plan 2020 - 2030, which are to be Excellent, International, Enterprising and Inclusive.
Excellent
To undertake research and education of the highest international quality that addresses the great challenges of the age.
International
To build the strength, networks and scale of our international research and education across campuses and faculties to ensure they respond to the issues and opportunities of our region and the world.
Enterprising
To build enduring partnerships with industry, government and other organisations that will enrich our ability to innovate, to infuse our students and staff with enterprising capabilities and provide opportunities to apply our research to make a significant impact for the betterment of our communities.
Inclusive
To seek talented students and staff, irrespective of social or economic circumstances and build a connected community of students and staff in a diverse University that is deeply engaged with the wider community.
Equal opportunity
Monash is an Equal Opportunity employer that is committed to being fair, equitable and sensitive to the diverse needs of its staff. Within the Faculty, we embrace diversity and welcome all the experiences’ that you’ll bring to the role.
We are the only Group of Eight University to be accredited as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality from the Workplace Gender Equality Agency. To find out more – Why Work at Monash.
About Monash Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Monash Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences has 10 schools and multiple institutes and centres, each with a unique purpose and focus.
Our Faculty has an outstanding reputation for both teaching and research.
Excellence in teaching and learning
Our students are at the centre in everything we do. We work directly with leading healthcare providers to develop and improve our educational programs, offer clinical training, online and face-to-face teaching. Our courses are delivered by industry experts and leading clinicians, providing the best possible employability outcomes and connect teaching with practice.
With a network of close to 50,000 alumni spanning across 90 countries, we are committed to making an impact globally.
Research expertise and excellence
Beyond basic science, our researchers have a clear focus on translational research. Our performance in medical and health science research is continuously ranked as well-above world class by the Excellence in Research for Australia framework.
Our research centres connect research expertise from our Faculty to address some of the world’s most complex research problems. Our hospital partnerships play a vital role in our success in translating research into practice and developing a skilled health workforce.
Below are some of our research institutes:
- Monash Biomedicine Discovery Institute (BDI)
- Australian Regenerative Medicine Institute (ARMI)
- Turner Institute of Brain and Mental Health
Our co-location at major health service providers creates the best opportunity for clinical research excellence and translation. We work closely with Alfred Health, Monash Health, Peninsula Health, Eastern Health, Epworth Healthcare, Cabrini Health and various rural and regional providers.
World-class technology platforms
The Monash Technology Research Platforms provide a seamless research service available to our industry and collaborative research partners. These platforms give us the capability to accelerate innovation in health and deliver impact to the public.
Contact
Enquiries
If you would like to discuss your interest further, you can contact the Indigenous Employment Team at indigenous-employment@monash.edu.
How to apply
To apply please email your resume and supporting letter addressing the key selection criteria.