Associate Professor – Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Curriculum Development Specialist
Role type: Fixed term for two years
Faculty: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences
Department: Melbourne School of Health Sciences
Salary: Level D – $183,254 – $202,556 per annum (pro rata for part time) plus 17% superannuation
As the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Curriculum Development specialist, you'll lead the review, development, and implementation of vital health and cultural safety curricula across the Melbourne School of Health Science and the Melbourne School of Population and Global Health within the Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences. You'll have the opportunity to influence student experiences, collaborate with key stakeholders, and contribute to research that advances Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health education. This role offers you the chance to make a significant impact on healthcare education and cultural competency.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Develop and implement high‑quality Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health curricula across the Melbourne School of Health Science and the Melbourne School of Population and Global Health.
- Promote cultural competency: spearhead the development and delivery of cultural competency training for staff and students.
- Conduct research and supervise students: undertake research in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health, publish findings, and supervise graduate students.
- Collaborate and lead: work closely with health educators, professionals and community partners to build capacity in culturally sensitive learning pedagogies and contribute to strategic goals.
Qualifications and experience
- Possess a doctoral qualification (Ph.D. or equivalent) in a relevant field or extensive relevant experience.
- Experience in tertiary level curriculum development incorporating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health, perspectives and cultural competencies.
- Strong experience working with and delivering positive social impact to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
- Excellent collaboration skills and the ability to work flexibly within a team.
- High levels of self‑motivation and initiative.
- Post‑graduate qualifications in Tertiary Education/University Learning and Teaching or Curriculum Design (desirable).
- Dedicated professional committed to delivering positive social impact to Indigenous communities.
Benefits
- Supportive flexible work arrangements.
- Progressive leave provisions.
- Salary packaging and access to discounted services including Bupa health insurance.
- Health and well‑being services including an Employee Assistance Programme.
Application requirements
- Resume.
- Cover letter outlining your interest and experience.
- Responses against the Selection Criteria (found in the Position Description).
The University of Melbourne is an equal‑opportunity employer and a child‑protected organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and have the opportunity to thrive, regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, or caregiving responsibilities.
This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check. The candidate will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process.
Please note: visa sponsorship is not available for this position. The role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Applications close: Sunday 23 November :55 pm Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST).
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Corey Menadue via email at, ensuring that you include the Position Number and Job Title as the subject.
We appreciate your interest in the University of Melbourne and look forward to receiving your application.
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