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Job Summary
Dates
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Location
St Lucia Campus
Salary
Not Available
Responsibilities
Lead and supervise a team of academic staff in the delivery of an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies major within the Bachelor of Arts. It is expected that the incumbent will also undertake teaching.
In consultation with the Professor for Indigenous Education, provide leadership in the University’s program of incorporating Indigenous perspectives into teaching and learning across the University (where possible), including through collaboration with academic staff of other programs and schools on curriculum design and delivery.
Maintain a record of successful applications for internal and external research funding in a chief investigator role and mentor more junior academics and researchers.
Foster the Unit’s relations with industry, government departments, professional bodies and the wider community especially within Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities.
Requirements
Demonstrated knowledge of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Studies as an academic discipline.
Demonstrated knowledge of the concept of cultural competency and its application in a tertiary teaching and learning environment.
Proven leadership skills, and the ability to manage academic teams, preferably within a tertiary setting.
Unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
Consent to a criminal record check may be required for final applicants.
Benefits
Regular remuneration increases – at least once a year.
Up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave.
17.5% annual leave loading.
Flexible working arrangements including hybrid on site/WFH options and flexible start/finish times.
5 additional days of paid Cultural Leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Access to the UQ Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Staff Network and a variety of events signifying significant events throughout the year.
Notes
Identified (s25): For Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples only.
The University of Queensland considers that being Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander is a genuine occupational requirement for this position under s25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991(Qld). Successful candidates are required to provide evidence to confirm that they are an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.
Join RMIT in various roles including Teachers, Professional or Academic staff.
Work in the Office for Indigenous Education's Ngarara Willim Centre or in one of the Colleges - Vocational Education, STEM, Design or Business.
Requirements
Essential to possess a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment for Teaching roles.
Identified and Targeted roles for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
Benefits
Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
Networking opportunities and access to a range of facilities through the Ngarara Willim Centre.
Support and opportunities during employment and learning journey.
Notes
This is an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples Designated Position classified under ‘special measures’ of section 12 of the Equal Employment Opportunity Act 2010.
RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation.