Early Career Fellow

PRIMARY DETAIL
- Salary Package: Level A $84,437 - $113,697 p.a plus 17% employer’s superannuation and annual leave loading
- Appointment Type: 3 year fixed-term, full-time (35 hours per week)
- Location: Wallumattagal campus, Macquarie University, North Ryde, NSW
- Flexible work arrangements may be considered, including flexible work schedules, start and finish times, and/or work from home arrangements

This is an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identified position. To perform this role, it is essential that the person who holds the role be an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person. It is a genuine occupational requirement under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 that applicants are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

The Department of Critical Indigenous Studies is seeking an Associate Lecturer for a teaching position in Critical Indigenous Studies. This is an exciting opportunity for an early career academic enthusiastic about Indigenous studies and research to join a dynamic award-winning team of Indigenous researchers.

ABOUT YOU

The successful applicant will be an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person enrolled in a PhD program, or on the PhD MRES Pathway. Experience working in academia is desirable but not essential.

ABOUT US

The Department of Critical Indigenous Studies within the Faculty of Arts is an Indigenous led department comprising of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander academics, researchers and professional staff. Reflecting our global focus, we also include Indigenous people from overseas. We have a shared vision as outlined in our research agenda for the Centre for Global Indigenous Futures and we work closely together to bring that vision to fruition. The Department of Critical Indigenous Studies produces critical insights into the politics, cultures and social practices of Indigenous peoples. We are committed to principles of equity, justice and diversity. Our research prioritises Indigenous ways of knowing, doing and being, drawing on non-Western epistemologies and ontologies. Our research supports the political empowerment, cultural strengths and overall wellbeing of Indigenous peoples, both across this continent and globally.

Macquarie is a university engaged with the real and often complex problems and opportunities that define our lives. Since our foundation in 1964, we have aspired to be a different type of university. Over the years, we’ve grown to become the centre of a vibrant local and global community. Connect with us today.

TO APPLY

Essential- Be an Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander person. _Aboriginality is a genuine occupational qualification for these positions and is authorised under section 14(d) of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act 1977_- Be enrolled in a PhD, or in a PhD Pathway (such as MRES) in relevant discipline and demonstrated capacity to complete such study within three years.- A demonstrated knowledge of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander values, perspectives, connections and knowledges that will contribute to an academic environment from Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander standpoints.- Proven record of work with and for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities demonstrating good relations- Masters qualification- Commitment to the delivery of high-quality teaching, including the preparation of teaching and course material, delivering lectures and tutoring.
- Aboriginality/Torres Strait Islander is a _genuine occupational_ qualification for this position and is authorised under section 14(d) of _the Anti-Discrimination_ Act 1977._

Position Enquiries: Senior Lecturer, Dr Tamika Worrell,

Applications Close: Wednesday, 25 September 2024 at 11:59pm (AEST)

Applications Close:
25/09/2024 11:59 PM

Diversity and Inclusion
- Innovation and ingenuity thrive at Macquarie University when diversity, equity and inclusion take centre stage. At the University, we embrace a culture where diversity of background, experience and perspective are fundamental to our success.
- We do not discriminate on gender identity, age, culture, disability, sexuality, Indigeneity, family and caring responsibilities or religion.
- Flexible Work

At Macquarie, we believe by providing flexibility in when, where and how work is done, we can support our staff to manage their personal commitments, while optimising their work performance and contributions to the University.