Senior Lecturer (Aboriginal Health and Culture)

Responsibilities

• Lead Aboriginal health strategy and embed cultural capability across the Western Australian Centre for Rural Health (WACRH)
• Drive innovative teaching and training programs focused on Aboriginal health and engagement
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with Aboriginal communities and Community Controlled Organisations
• Lead and contribute to high-quality research using qualitative methodologies such as yarning circles and community-based research
• Support and mentor Aboriginal staff and contribute to local and national workforce development
• Represent WACRH on key committees and contribute to university-wide initiatives

Requirements

• PhD or equivalent in a relevant discipline
• Demonstrated research track record, including peer-reviewed publications
• Proven experience working respectfully and effectively with Aboriginal communities through engagement and co-design
• Leadership experience in teaching and developing culturally informed education programs
• Strong qualitative research capability (e.g., interviews, focus groups, yarning circles)
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills across community, government, and academic sectors
• National Police Clearance and Working with Children Check
• Valid "C" class driver's licence

Benefits

• 17% superannuation
• Flexible working options considered
• 26 weeks paid parental leave (after one year of service)
• 4 weeks annual leave with option to purchase more
• Salary packaging options
• Up to 25% discount on eligible UWA full-fee courses
• Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service

About the Company

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research-intensive universities and is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world. Through the Western Australian Centre for Rural Health (WACRH), UWA is committed to improving health outcomes in rural and remote communities by preparing the next generation of health professionals and conducting community-focused research.