Indigenous Education Studies Lead, Associate Professor

Western Sydney University; Penrith; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 198,000; Full time

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Job summary

Western Sydney University invites an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander academic to join the School of Education as an Associate Professor in Indigenous Education Studies. The role focuses on teaching Indigenous perspectives, curriculum innovation, and community engagement at Penrith campus.

You will lead curriculum development, supervise research students, and collaborate with schools and partners to advance Indigenous education.

Qualifications

• PhD or EdD in a discipline relevant to Education.
• Tertiary teaching and curriculum development experience in Indigenous Education Studies.
• Research profile appropriate to Academic Level D.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-quality teaching and curriculum development in Indigenous Education Studies.
• Contribute to impactful research, supervision of Honours and HDR students, and collaborations with schools and communities.
• Provide discipline leadership and mentor academic colleagues; contribute to governance and Indigenous student matters.

Education

PhD or EdD

Job description

Western Sydney University invites an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander academic to join the School of Education as an Associate Professor in Indigenous Education Studies. The role focuses on teaching Indigenous perspectives, curriculum innovation, and community engagement at Penrith campus.

You will lead curriculum development, supervise research students, and collaborate with schools and partners to advance Indigenous education.