Lecturer or Senior Lecturer Indigenous Health (Identified)

• Fixed Term part time appointment (to 31 December 2027 7 hours per week. 0.2FTE)
• Level B: $122478 - $141446 (pro-rata) 17% Superannuation OR
• Level C: $148771 - $167785 (pro-rata) 17% Superannuation
• UOW is committed to equality diversity and inclusion and strives to be an employer of choice for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Australians
• Generous working conditions in a great location with sociable hours family friendly policies flexible work practices and culturally sensitive leave provisions including cultural and ceremonial leave
• Wollongong Shoalhaven or Southern Highlands Campus

The Faculty of Science Medicine and Health (SMAH) comprises of the Schools of Science; Medical Indigenous and Health Sciences; Nursing; Psychology and the Graduate School of Medicine. With such a diverse science and health focus SMAH is positioned to be a major force in connected and science-embedded education and translational science medical and health research in Australia.

The Graduate School of Medicine (GSM) is committed to engaging with and responding to the health and workforce needs of our local regional and rural communities. Our goal is to improve health and wellbeing through excellence in medical education and meaningful community-focused research. Our graduates become skilled compassionate practitioners committed to improving healthcare especially in regional rural and remote communities. Our research and teaching tackle health inequities strengthen wellbeing in underserved areas and support Indigenous-led initiatives shaped by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander priorities.

About the role

We are seeking a teaching intensive Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Indigenous Health to work closely with the Academic Lead: Indigenous Health in delivering the Indigenous Health components of the UOW Doctor of Medicine (MD) program. You will contribute to curriculum design teaching and assessment and the day-to-day delivery of learning activities ensuring alignment with Australian Medical Council (AMC) Standards and Graduate Outcomes. The position also supports Indigenous Health related KPIs and Core Requirements under the Rural Health Multidisciplinary Training (RHMT) and Increasing Rural Medical Training (IRMT) funding agreements.

You will also have the opportunity to contribute to Indigenous-led community-informed research through the Ngarruwan Ngadju First Nations Health and Wellbeing Research Centre which involves working across Graduate School of Medicine education sites including Wollongong Shoalhaven and the Southern Highlands as well as hospital general practice and community settings.

How to apply

The successful candidate will be appointed at Lecturer (Level B) or Senior Lecturer (Level C) commensurate with qualifications and experience

Click on the Apply Now button at the bottom of the advertisement. Youll be prompted to respond to a selection criteria questionnaire as part of the application process clearly outlining which level you are applying. Please also attach your CV to your application.

For further information about this position please contact Professor Zsuzsoka Kecskes Dean: Graduate School of Medicine on

Position description

Closing date: Wednesday 11 March 2026 11:55 PM

This is an Identified position. The University of Wollongong (UOW) considers that being an Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander is a genuine occupational qualification for this position under s14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).

As this position will be required to attend Public Health Facilities the position holder must comply with vaccination requirements as per NSW Health Policy for any work undertaken in NSW Health facilities according to the revised NSW Health Policy PD2023022.

This position has been classified as child-related work more information is available within the position description

As required by federal legislation prospective employees are required to declare whether they have been investigated for an allegation of Gender based Violence or determined to have engaged in conduct that constitutes Gender based Violence during their previous employment or otherwise in a legal process. Any such declaration will be included in the Universitys employment screening processes and will be treated with the strictest confidence and in compliance with all privacy legislation.

UOW is committed to equality diversity and inclusion and strives to be an employer of choice for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Australians. UOW offers excellent working conditions in a great location with sociable hours family friendly policies flexible work practices generous leave provisions including cultural & ceremonial leave and ongoing opportunities for professional development. The successful applicant is required to provide confirmation of their Aboriginal and/ or Torres Strait Islander heritage.