Associate Professor, Indigenous Academic Development

3 days ago

Greater Adelaide SA, Australia University of South Australia Full time $170,582 per year
  • Open to Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples only
  • Full-time, 5-year fixed term contract, based in the Adelaide University Indigenous Portfolio
  • Starting salary: $170,582 plus 17% superannuation

Position overview

Reporting to the Professor, Indigenous Learning and Teaching, the Associate Professor, Indigenous Academic Development will provide academic leadership in developing the new Indigenous Common Core Courses, advancing curriculum Indigenisation, and shaping the academic strategy to enhance high-quality teaching, enrich the student experience, and foster meaningful stakeholder engagement at Adelaide University.

The path to Adelaide University

Opening the doors to students in 2026, Adelaide University is transforming education for contemporary learners and global citizens. Building on a proud legacy and shaped by bold ambition, it is a place of excellence and equity, where a vibrant community of staff united by purpose are building a university that inspires Australia's future change-makers and leads to a better tomorrow. With values of Trust, Inclusivity, Ambition, Respect, and Discovery at the heart of everything they do, Adelaide University is committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative culture where everyone feels genuinely valued and empowered to thrive.

We value workplace diversity and are committed to providing a supportive, inclusive, and respectful work environment for all people. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, women, members of the LGBTIQ+ community, people of culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disability.

Key requirements

  • A commitment to ongoing learning, demonstrated by a PhD, in a relevant discipline, with advanced foundational discipline-based research and a record of achievement
  • Proven leadership in Indigenous curriculum design and delivery
  • Experience developing and implementing academic strategy and policy
  • Strong record of innovative teaching and flexible delivery methods
  • Demonstrated success in student support and engagement
  • Track record of research activity and external grant success
  • Experience of supervising research students to completion
  • Ability to build effective internal and external relationships
  • Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and professional development

How to apply

For a copy of the position description and to apply, please visit Working at UniSA. The online application form will list the specific selection criteria that you need to address.

Please address your cover letter to Alex Koszegi, Senior Talent Acquisition Partner. For further information about the position or the recruitment process, please email using job reference number

Please note applications will not be accepted via email and must be uploaded via the Working at UniSA Portal.

Applications close: 11.30pm Sunday 23 November 2025

We are committed to providing an equitable and barrier free recruitment process and encourage you to share any support, adjustments and/or access requirements you have by contacting our Recruitment Central team. Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential.

Pursuant to Section 56 part 2 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (as amended) (SA) applications are invited from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people only.

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