Lecturer – Indigenous Education **Indigenous Identified Role**

Salary: $117,226 – $139,207 plus 17% superannuation plus annual leave loading

Position: Full-time, Continuing

Location: Callaghan Campus

About the Role

This role offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the University of Newcastle’s mission of delivering excellence in education, research, and professional service in the field of Aboriginal Education. Working within the Wollotuka Institute, you will play a vital part in advancing strategic priorities and delivering high-quality outcomes that support students, staff, and the broader community.

Recognised nationally for its leadership in Aboriginal education, the Wollotuka Institute is deeply grounded in cultural connection and community engagement. This role offers a unique opportunity to join a collaborative and passionate team, where your expertise will help shape the next generation of educators to work respectfully and effectively with Aboriginal students and communities.

As part of UoN, you will be joining a community that is passionate about creating a better future for our regions and the world. You will be supported by a dynamic and inclusive workplace culture that encourages growth, innovation, and meaningful impact.

Indigenous Identified Role:

This is an identified position and applicants must be an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. Being an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person is a genuine occupational qualification as authorised under Section 14(D) of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act, 1977 NSW.

About you

You are dedicated and forward-thinking with experience working in educational setting and a strong understanding of Aboriginal pedagogies. You are culturally grounded, have a strong connection with community and a passion for advancing knowledge and practice in your field.

You thrive in collaborative settings and are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable learning and research environment. You value diverse perspectives and actively contribute to a culture that supports mutual respect, innovation, and continuous improvement.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Completed a PhD or Masters qualification in a relevant field and/or have relevant professional practice experience in Aboriginal education settings
• Demonstrated recent ability to achieve teaching quality
• Demonstrated record of publication or non-traditional research output in high-quality outlets
• Demonstrated recent ability to contribute to the preparation, coordination and curriculum design (where appropriate) of undergraduate, honours and postgraduate courses

For the full list of essential and desirable selection criteria, please review the Position Description.

If you’re ready to join a university that’s committed to equity and excellence, and to contribute to a community that values your expertise and vision, we encourage you to apply.

About us

The Wollotuka Institute offers undergraduate, postgraduate coursework and Higher Degrees by Research and undertakes high quality research grounded in reciprocity with our communities. Wollotuka draws strength from culture, communities and past journeys to conduct Indigenous programs and research that connect Indigenous knowledge’s, innovation, entrepreneurship and leadership so graduates are better prepared to sustainably influence cultural and social change.

This unique combination of education, research and innovation enables the Institute to offer programs in critical Indigenous studies with local, national and global perspectives.

Our university

The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader with a reputation for excellence in education and research. Ranking in the top 1% of global universities and among the top 40 for impact, our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and create a better future for our regions and the globe. Underpinned by this vision and our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability,  outlines the University’s commitment to delivering an exceptional student experience and serving our communities. Strategic Plan 2020-2025 outlines the University’s commitment to delivering an exceptional student experience and serving our communities.

We are proud to be one of the first two Universities in Australia to achieve SAGE Athena Swan Silver Accreditation for gender equity, diversity, and inclusion (GEDI). 

We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas and extend respect to Elders past and present. We are committed to strengthening Indigenous higher education and supporting Indigenous students and communities.

For more information click here – The University of Newcastle

What we offer

The university offers a comprehensive and inclusive benefits package designed to support employee wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance for all staff, including:

• Flexible working arrangements in line with the University’s Flexible Work Policy, supporting diverse family and personal commitments
• 17% superannuation, access to salary packaging options and annual leave loading
• Leave entitlements, including up to 10 days paid leave in addition to personal leave provisions for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
• Wellbeing and support programs that promote mental, physical, and emotional health
• Career development opportunities, including:
• Structured training and leadership development
• Support for teaching excellence and research
• Opportunities for global collaboration and recognition
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Staff Network offering social events, development programs and peer support

For further information on our benefits and perks, please visit our website.

How to Apply

If viewing this on a job board other than the University's please click ‘Apply’ to be redirected to our website, where you can review the full Position Description and submit your application.  

Your application must include:

• Your ORCID ID.
• A URL link to your University Academic Profile (or equivalent).
• A Cover Letter and Statement (uploaded as a single PDF):
• Cover Letter (max. 1 page) outlining your interest in the role and providing details of 3 referees.
• Statement (max. 4 pages) addressing the Essential and Desirable Criteria, as listed in the position description. 
• Your CV (max. 5 pages) tailored to your discipline

Please visit here for a guide on how to apply for a role. It’s important you read this information to ensure you are providing all the requirements of your application. 

For specific position enquiries, please contact Dr. Stacey McMullin, Acting Deputy Head of Institute at stacey.mcmullen@newcastle.edu.au or on (02) 4913 8142.

Reasonable Adjustments 

If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process to support your application, please let us know. This information will help us understand how best to support you and ensure an equitable and inclusive recruitment process. 

Please be assured that anything you share will be treated respectfully and appropriately. Our goal is to provide the best environment for every candidate to demonstrate their suitable skills and experience.

Please reach out to employment@newcastle.edu.au if you are experiencing any difficulties or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments.

Application close date: Sunday, 5^th October, 2025 at 11.59pm AEST

We are excited to be Looking Ahead with you!

The University of Newcastle is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity and social inclusion. Women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.  

The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Birpai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.

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