Lecturer in Aboriginal Health

Position Details

• Fixed Term until December 2026 Full-Time

• Academic Level B $113211 - $133974 p.a.

• Location: Arrernte - Alice Springs

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Please note: The filling of this position is intended to constitute a special/equal opportunity measure under section 8 (1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth) and s57 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1995 (NT). The position is therefore only open to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants.

Flinders Rural and Remote Health NT

At Flinders Rural and Remote Health NT our aim is to be a hub for innovative health research education and workforce development across the Northern Territory. We engage with students community and stakeholders to provide critical programs such as the Northern Territory Medical Program Paramedicine Rural Clinical School and the University Department of Rural Health.

Our postgraduate education pathways (Remote Health Practice program) provides workforce development through Indigenous health and clinical skills training and we have a community driven research program led by researchers committed to improving health outcomes. We work alongside Poche SANT focussing on Indigenous leadership capacity development and developing the Indigenous health workforce. All activities are driven by our values which focus on the long-term and short-term needs of the NT community.

About the Role

This Teaching Specialist (Academic) position is focused primarily on teaching and teaching-related activities playing a key role in advancing the Universitys strategic vision Making a Difference: The 2025 Agenda.

Aligned with the Universitys commitment to a student-centred approach and the development of creative enterprising and career-ready graduates this role contributes to:

• Delivering an engaging personalised learning experience that promotes student success

• Advancing educational innovation through the use of cutting-edge learning technologies and analytics

• Equipping students with the skills and mindset needed to thrive in the knowledge economy

The successful candidate will hold cultural authority and deliver education grounded in Central Australian Indigenous knowledges and cultural practices. They will support student orientation to Indigenous cultures and contexts particularly during placements and provide both academic and logistical support to Indigenous students in Central Australia. This role is vital in strengthening the Universitys engagement with Indigenous communities and supporting culturally responsive healthcare education in the Northern Territory. It also directly contributes to the goals of Flinders Universitys Reconciliation Action Plan.

About You

To be successful in this role you will demonstrate:

• Identification as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person recognised by an appropriate community body.

• A proven ability to deliver high-quality education and training that incorporates Central Australian Indigenous knowledges and cultural practices.

• A student-centred teaching approach with a strong focus on learning outcomes.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a record of effective student and community engagement.

• Ability to speak at least one Indigenous language of Central Australia.

Life at Flinders

Were transforming and investing in people and facilities to create contemporary stimulating and satisfying learning and work environments that reflect our core values of excellence innovation courage and integrity. Flinders is refocusing its strategic priorities with the aim of elevating its performance to be a top ten Australian university and amongst the top 1% in the world.

Reaching beyond the limits of buildings borders and backgrounds ours is an inclusive culture that believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all. We dont just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them. Sowhy work at Flinders

• 17% Superannuation salary packaging options

• Flexible working arrangements

• Wide range of professional development activities and services

• We embrace diversity and promote equity and inclusion for all students and staff

• 6 weeks annual leave

Our Commitment to Reconciliation and Indigenous Employment

Flinders University is proud to be an organisation that is committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan and Indigenous Workforce Strategy. Our vision is to be a preferred employer for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are committed to progressing Indigenous advancement in education research employment and wellbeing and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all Flinders vacancies.

Prescribed Conditions for Employment

• A valid National Police Certificate which is satisfactory to the University will also be required before the successful applicant can commence in this position.

• Please note that you may be required to provide evidence that you are up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations in line with the Flinders UniversityCOVID-19 Vaccination Policy

• Northern Territory Government legislation (the Care and Protection of Children Act 2007) now requires all individuals in child related employment or whose duties involve or are likely to involve contact with a child to hold a valid Working with Children Clearance (Ochre Card). This position involves child related work and is assessed as requiring a Working with Children Clearance/Ochre Card.

• The filling of this position is intended to constitute a special/equal opportunity measure under section 8 (1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth) and s57 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1995 (NT). The position is therefore only open to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants.

How to Apply and Information

• You are required to submit your CV and a Suitability Statement of no more than 3 pages addressing the Key Position Capabilities of the position description.

• For more information regarding this position please contact Kim Pearce

• Please see here for our Reconciliation Action Plan

• Please see here for our Indigenous Workforce Strategy

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Applications to be submitted before 10.00pm:

At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all ages ethnicities abilities sexual orientations and gender identities.

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