PhD Scholarship Opportunity: "What are the health outcomes associated with increased sodium in drinking water in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities"
Job No:
GEORGE897
Location:
Barangaroo, Australia
Our mission is to improve the health of millions of people worldwide.
This is an Identified Position for an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Person
We have an exciting Scholarship opportunity for a full-time Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander PhD candidate to undertake research on “What are the health outcomes associated with increased sodium in drinking water in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities”. The research will involve a range of mixed methods, including Indigenous Methodologies.
Supervision Team
Primary: Bobby Porykali, Senior Research Fellow, Guunu-maana (Heal)
Joint Primary: Kate Hunter, Acting Co-Head, Guumu-maana (Heal)
Who are we Looking for?
Candidates must have a strong interest in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health and nutrition. They will be enthusiastic, well-organised, and have excellent oral and written communication skills, as evidenced by previous publications in peer-reviewed journals.
An ability to work autonomously and to be self-directed in learning, as well as to contribute to team activities and discussions, is necessary for the successful completion of this thesis.
Professional experience in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health and nutrition would be an advantage. Prior experience in Indigenous Methodologies and publications experience will be well regarded.
Eligibility
Candidates must hold a relevant first or second-class Honours degree or Masters degree with a substantial research component and/or be able to demonstrate equivalent research experience.
Australian citizens, New Zealand citizens or Australian permanent residents are eligible to apply.
The selected candidate will be supported through the UNSW HDR application process and must apply for the program 1776 – Medicine (The George Institute for Global Health).
Award Amount
Upon successful enrolment in the above program, the selected candidate will receive a living allowance stipend of $35,000 per year for 3 years.
Application Guide
To apply for this scholarship it is essential that the person is an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person. It is therefore a genuine occupational requirement under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991.
To support your application, we ask that you include a cover letter, current CV, copy of academic transcripts, proof of citizenship or permanent residency, and the names and contact details of at least two referees.
Please see Admission Requirements section of Medicine (The George Institute for Global Health) UNSW handbook
Candidates are recommended to highlight in their cover letter:
• Evidence of meeting the eligibility criteria
• Relevant professional experience
• Evidence of scientific writing skills
• Evidence of prior mixed methods research experience
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Other applicable indicators of excellence
Closing Date
The closing date for applications is Friday 6th June, 2025
If you have any further enquiries regarding this opportunity, please contact Liz Jenson, Student Support Officer via email EJenson@georgeinstitute.org.au.
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This is an Identified Opportunity for an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person
In this position, the incumbent’s race is a genuine occupational qualification and authorised by Section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Before offering a role, The George Institute will request proof of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage, confirming that the incumbent:
- Is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent, and
- Identifies as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, and
- Is accepted by the Aboriginal community in which they live
About the George
The George Institute for Global Health (The George) is 700+ employees around the world and projects in over 40 countries all focused on improving the health of millions of people worldwide.
As a medical research institute affiliated with leading universities, we are challenging the status quo in healthcare to:
- Lead world-class, large-scale clinical trials, epidemiological studies and health systems research to transform treatments and healthcare delivery
- Look beyond single diseases, across the life course, to identify patient-centred approaches to care that can be implemented at scale
- Develop low-cost, innovative solutions to global unmet needs
- Drive our global impact through a program of research, advocacy, thought leadership and disruptive social entrepreneurship
We pride ourselves with our 6 core values: excellence, integrity, can-do approach, creativity, impact, and humanitarian commitment.
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Our big and bold mission to improve the health of millions of people worldwide needs a diverse and innovative team to deliver it. So we foster a dynamic, inclusive and flexible workplace where each individual can bring their best selves to work.
We value workplace diversity and encourage applications from people living with disability; women; Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people; people who identify as LGBTIQ+; mature-aged people and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Why The George?
We are committed to attracting, developing, rewarding and retaining the best people in their fields to conduct and support our innovative and highest quality research programs.
Take advantage of our rewards you may enjoy as part of The George team.
- Generous salary packaging benefits increasing your take home pay
- Learning and career development opportunities
- Extra leave days including extended Christmas break and study leave
- YourFlex arrangements e.g. start/finish times, purchase leave, location
- A global, diverse, inclusive team committed to making impact