Professor/Associate Professor of First Nations Health

• Exciting opportunity for an outstanding senior First Nations Health educator who is a leading authority in their discipline to join the Sydney Horizon Educators cohort in the Faculty of Medicine and Health
• Continuing, full-time, Identified Education Focused position. ​
• Attractive remuneration package based at Camperdown Campus
• Be part of the Horizon Educators cohort, with access to apply for Education Focused specialist grants up to a total of AUD$30K to support education-related activities, primarily in the areas of scholarship of teaching and learning and improving current educational offerings at the University of Sydney.

About the opportunity

The Professor/Associate Professor role is designated for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. This Exemption is claimed under Section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.

The Faculty of Medicine and Health is seeking to appoint an Education Focused Professor or Associate Professor of First Nations Health. Education Focused positions are designed for educators known for their exceptional skills in teaching and curriculum design. This role, which focuses on embedding First Nations histories, cultural protocols, and ways of doing, being, and sharing knowledge into curricula, will provide key leadership in helping the University of Sydney achieve its ambitions under the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment Plan and the University's One Sydney, Many People Strategy.   

You will join the Sydney Horizon Educators cohort.

For further insights into this exciting opportunity, we invite you to watch this video.

The Professor or Associate Professor of First Nations Health will play a pivotal role in leading the development and integration of First Nations Health teaching and learning experiences across the Faculty and will specifically lead the co-design and development of the Faculty's First Nations Curriculum Framework. This nation-leading Framework seeks to embed First Nations knowledges and pedagogies into the way we do business in each of the faculty's seven schools, and across all of our disciplines and curricula. 

With a focus on innovative curriculum development and scholarship, the Professor or Associate Professor will spearhead projects aimed at exploring pedagogical advancements, coordinate high-quality teaching, and engage in collaborations with key partners, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff, students and communities. Responsibilities will encompass supervising educational contributions, designing curriculum, and conducting research projects to advance the scholarship of teaching and learning. As an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person with a national or international reputation, you will pioneer initiatives to elevate the University's standing in education, contribute to the development of program-level materials, and represent the institution at global forums, thus solidifying its position as a leader in First Nations Health education.

As a successful candidate you will be expected to dedicate most of your contribution to teaching and teaching-related activities (70%), while also engaging in research (20%) and governance, leadership, and engagement (10%). 

About you (skills, capabilities and experience)

The University is committed to being an attractive and safe place to work for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, and to improving recruitment and retention of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff. This education-focused role is designed to support the development of culturally competent and inclusive teaching and will contribute to the First Nations leadership of their school and faculty.

The ideal candidate should possess the following qualifications and attributes:  

• Evidence of identifying as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
• Knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural competence.
• PhD in an academic field relevant to the discipline or have the equivalent educational, clinical, professional, or First Nations lived experience in your field of teaching expertise.
• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of strategic issues within the higher education sector.
• Maintain a broad network of established relationships with key academic, industry and professional institutions.
• International reputation as an authority in educational design and delivery, including recognition for achieving improved or consistently excellent student outcomes, educational innovation, educational leadership and/or well-regarded pedagogical or disciplinary research.
• A distinguished record of educational excellence, evidenced by contributions to student learning, recognition and innovative practices.
• A proven record for obtaining external funding for scholarly activities and research.
• Significant experience in leadership and management within the higher education, including excellence in supervision and/or mentoring.
• Demonstrated success in leading an academic endeavour from curriculum design to producing leading research and providing a student enabling environment

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Please note: Visa sponsorship is available for this position.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement 

At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTQIA+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. 

We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Platinum Employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion. 

How to apply

The University has engaged executive search firm Pipeline Talent to assist with this appointment.  The Pipeline team will support the Selection Committee to identify the widest possible field of qualified candidates and to assess candidates against the requirements for the role.

For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or support filling out your application, please contact:

Tiana Callaughan

Head of Recruitment

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Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.  Please refer to the candidate information brochure/position description for further details.

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Applications Close

Monday 03 November :59 PM

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