Lecturer Social Work and Social Policy Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander 50d
Lecturer Social Work and Social Policy Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander 50d
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Job Description
- Persons who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Pursuant to a Section 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 encouraged to apply
- Fulltime appointment on a tenurable basis.
- Base salary range: Level B $113934 $134824 p.a. plus 17 superannuation.
About the area
The School of Allied Health has a reputation for a strong evidence based approach to research and education that is used for policy and practice development. The School aspires to be a school in which staff and students feel valued and supported in their individual and collective efforts to improve community health and wellbeing. The Department of Social Work and Social Policy is located in the School and offers Bachelor and Masters of Social Work courses to students along with a range of Higher Degree by Research and coursework options.
About the opportunity
- The delivery of quality teaching and unit co ordination in social work
- Undertake research and obtain research funding individually or in collaboration
- Supervise research students and contribute to the academic environment of the School
About you
- Completed 4 years of tertiary study or equivalent qualifications and experience in academic field relevant to Social Work
- Knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ways of knowing being and doing
- Demonstrated ability to deliver innovative and effective teaching approaches materials for units and courses
- Demonstrated commitment in participating in high quality research evidenced by outcomes and outputs
- Demonstrated experience or capability of working meaningfully with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
Note: A current National Police Clearance Certificate Working with Children Check and C class drivers licence will be required by the successful applicant.
Confirmation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage will be required for the successful applicant prior to appointment.
Position description: POSITION DESCRIPTION Lecturer SWSP Position Number Level B 50(d).pdf
To learn more about this opportunity please contact Professor Stephan Lund at
How to apply
Please apply online via the Apply Now button and address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria please visit Addressing the selection criteria.
You may submit a statement describing any personal circumstances relevant to your application. This can include academic/professional interruptions or achievements relative to opportunity.
Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday 20 April 2025
The position will be filled by a person who identifies as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Pursuant to a Section 50 (d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 only applications from suitably qualified Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates will be considered.
This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia
About the University
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record vibrant campus and working environments supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire there is no better time to join Western Australias top university.
Our commitment to inclusion and diversity
UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people women those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds the LGBTIQA community and people living with disability.
If you require any reasonable adjustments we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.
If you have queries relating to your application please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively please contact the Talent team at with details of your query. To enable a quick response please include the 6digit job reference number.
Employment Type
Full-Time
