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Senior Recruitment Consultant at Pipeline Talent Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Australians are eligible to apply as this position is exempt under the Special Measure Provision, Section 12(1) of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (VIC).
About University of Melbourne Established in 1853, the University of Melbourne is a leading international university with a tradition of excellence in teaching and research. The main campus in Parkville is recognised as the hub of Australia's premier knowledge precinct comprising many leading research institutes and a wide range of knowledge-based industries. With outstanding performance in international rankings, the University is at the forefront of higher education in the Asia-Pacific region and the world.
About the role Located in the Faculty of Arts on the land of the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people, Indigenous Studies is a multidisciplinary Program that aims to equip future generations with insights arising from Indigenous Knowledges, an understanding of First Nations peoples and cultures, and the skills to address contemporary challenges in Australia and beyond. The Program places a premium on being research-led, community-engaged and globally recognised as a leading Australian hub for Indigenous Studies. We seek to appoint a Professor with outstanding capacity to teach and research in Indigenous Studies.
The Professor in Indigenous Studies (Education & Research) will make innovative and distinguished contributions to scholarship and research leadership, and a commensurate contribution to the work of the University. The Professor will provide leadership in their field of research within the University and discipline and within the scholarly and broader community. The Professor will foster excellence in research, research capability and research training.
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About you We are seeking an exceptional academic to join our team as a Professor in Indigenous Studies. You will be a committed educator who inspires through engaging teaching practices, a distinctive researcher with a strong academic vision, and a confident leader ready to shape the future of the Program. You bring an inclusive approach, valuing and incorporating the perspectives and ways of knowing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples into teaching and research. Your experience demonstrates an ability to create meaningful partnerships with communities and deliver impactful results. Your work will involve balancing teaching, research, and leadership. While teaching is conducted in-person at the Parkville campus, your dedication to collaboration with colleagues and students will shape a cohesive and supportive learning environment. As a Professor (Level E), you will lead with distinction, making innovative contributions to scholarship, building research capabilities, and inspiring your peers within the university and beyond.
PhD in a relevant field, with proven success in Indigenous Studies scholarship and securing research grants. Demonstrated excellence in teaching, with the ability to develop courses and create inclusive learning environments for diverse student cohorts. Proven academic leadership experience including team building, staff development, and contributing to strategic planning to advance the discipline of Indigenous Studies. A proven track record of highly developed leadership, with a demonstrated ability to provide strategic focus and direction to an organisational unit or department. A strong record of supervising graduate researchers to successful completion. Established track record of forming partnerships with Indigenous communities, corporations, or Traditional Owners on national and/or international levels. What we can offer you Negotiated flexible work options Exceptional personal and professional development Work-life balance Subsidised sporting facilities A wide range of resources and services Beautiful campuses and a variety of office locations Many more! For further information about the benefits on offer at the University of Melbourne, please visit
How to apply All applications must be made in writing and include the following:
A cover letter (maximum two pages) addressing the key selection criteria above, outlining why you have applied for the position and how you meet the requirements of the position. Applications are to be submitted via the Pipeline Talent Website:
Applications must be received by 11:59PM Sunday 27 April 2025. Unfortunately, late submissions will not be accepted.
How to get more information For further information on the position, please contact the team at Pipeline Talent.
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