Indigenous Lecturer in Education

Job no: 503407

Work type: Academic

Location: Bruce

Categories: Teaching and Research

• Shape education that honours Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural knowledge
• Academic Level B, $113,674 - $137,865 Salary Range + 17% Super
• Full Time, Continuing Opportunity

About us:

Join University of Canberra where we walk together to foster an inclusive community. Together, we endeavour to empower, connect, and exchange knowledge with our diverse people, cultures, and environments.

We stand firm and dedicated to upholding fundamental values such as inclusivity, honouring Indigenous cultures (Narragunnawali), driving positive change, nurturing curiosity, and promoting collaborative efforts. We are committed to leading the national education sector in championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility via our Reconnected strategy. UC encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

About the opportunity:

Are you passionate about shaping education and research while championing Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander perspectives? The Faculty of Education is committed to the integration of Indigenous knowledges into our curriculum and is seeking a dedicated educator and scholar to join the team contributing to the development and delivery of Indigenous Education programs. We use the notion of Country as Teacher as a placed based pedagogical approach that welcomes Indigenous and non-Indigenous students to relate with and learn on and from country. UC is open to considering this position as either an education focused or education and research focus pending receive applications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach and support students in Indigenous Education units across face-to-face, online, and blended modes.
• Design and deliver lectures, tutorials, workshops, and field excursions informed by community knowledge and professional practice.
• Lead curriculum development that reflects Indigenous perspectives and pedagogies.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, schools, and professional bodies.
• Contribute to research aligned with Indigenous education priorities, including securing grants and publishing scholarly work (for ER position consideration).
• Supervise postgraduate research students and participate in Faculty activities.

About you:

To be considered for this role, you will be passionate about making a positive difference to education, value cultural knowledge, community engagement, and transformative learning experiences. Requirements include:

• Master's degree in Education (required)
• PhD (desired)
• Teaching qualifications and significant relevant experience in a school education context.
• Maintaining and building strong connection with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities, organisations, stakeholders and land.
• A good record of research and publication, particularly in Indigenous education or related areas. (for ER position consideration).

Offerings/ Benefits/ Culture:

• Flexibility working arrangements– embrace a hybrid work approach with face-to-face engagement during teaching weeks.
• A collaborative and inclusive academic environment that values Indigenous knowledge and leadership.
• Leadership in cutting-edge research and faculty development, amplifying Indigenous voices.
• Other fantastic benefits and facilities – for more information head to our Work at UC site.

How to Apply: Please submit your CV and a cover letter addressing the key capabilities and a statement of your Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander community connections and cultural knowledge. Please review the Position Descriptions listed below ensuring that you align your CV clearly articulated your relevant experience specific to the role.

Position Description - (Education

Position Description - (Education & Research Focus) .pdf

Working rights: Applicants who wish to apply for this position must have valid working rights at the time of submission.

WWVP: The University of Canberra is committed to the safety of vulnerable and young people. As such, successful applicants will be required to have a current ACT working with vulnerable people registration.

For job specific information: please contact Janet Smith - Head of School - Professional Education - or Kate Highfield - Head of School - Teacher Education -

For recruitment and application questions: please contact the Talent Solutions team on or email If you would like to request a reasonable adjustment to the selection process, please feel free to contact us.

Closing date: 11.55pm, Sunday 16 November 2025

Advertised: 27 Oct 2025 AUS Eastern Daylight Time