Contingent Coninuing, Full Time Appointment
Teaching Focused Academic Level B
Annual salary $116,429 - $137,659 pa +17% superannuation and 6 weeks annual leave
Casuarina Campus

Utilise your deep commitment to culturally responsive pedagogy and the ability to engage with and support First Nations students across varying educational contexts as the Lecturer in Indigenous Knowledges – Language & Culture Education.

About the Position

As the Lecturer in Indigenous Knowledges – Language & Culture Education, you will be contributing to the academic teaching and research goals of the Faculty of Arts and Society and the First Nations Teacher Education Hub by delivering high-quality education, advancing research in Indigenous Knowledge and Education, and fostering strong partnerships with First Nation communities.

This role involves lecturing with the language and culture teaching programs within the Faculty of Arts and Society, particularly in Indigenous Knowledge and Indigenous Education, as well as leading initiatives that support the development and delivery of innovative programs through the First NationsTeacher Education Hub. The position also plays a key role in curriculum development, and community engagement, ensuring that the educational offerings are culturally responsive and aligned with the needs and aspirations of First Nation communities.

The position requires a deep commitment to culturally responsive pedagogy and the ability to engage with and support First Nations students across varying educational contexts. The successful candidate will be expected to lead and innovate within their teaching practice, fostering a learning environment that respects and integrates Indigenous knowledge systems and pedagogies.

About You

To be successful, you will require:

- A Higher Degree by Research or coursework Master in a relevant discipline and/or relevant professional experience in the fields of Indigenous Knowledge and Indigenous Education or ability to enrol in Research or Masters coursework.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current Indigenous social, cultural, political, and economic issues, particularly about Indigenous education and the application of this knowledge in current contexts locally, nationally, and internationally.
- Demonstrated capacity to work collaboratively and independently to sustain high-level performance, prioritisation, and work under pressure.
- Have an emerging research profile of publications/research projects or progress towards a research plan.
- Demonstrated capacity and commitment to undertake research related to Indigenous Knowledge and Indigenous Education.




- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a demonstrated understanding of a university learning environment and equity programs and providing supportive education to people from diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds and varying age groups.
- Demonstrated high-level competencies and proven ability to teach specialisations in relation to Indigenous Knowledge and Indigenous Education; and the ability to manage unit (subject) teaching in internal and distance education modes, including through online platforms.
- Demonstrated knowledge and application of current digital literacies development and practices in education. The ability to represent the University at a range of forums and to liaise, communicate, negotiate, and collaborate with clients, stakeholders, and partners to deliver a valued service and achieve agreed outcomes.
- Demonstrated capability to develop curriculum using the Australian Qualifications Framework and create 21st-century learning experiences for higher education students.
- Excellent professional teamwork and communication skills, including oral, written, information communication technology (ICT), and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated experience working with First Nations Language and Culture Education in the NT
- Commitment to the University’s values.

Remuneration

Appointment to this role will be at HE Academic Level B. The base salary will be in the range of $116,429– $137,659 per annum. The total remuneration package will be in the range of $136,221- $161,061 per annum, including 17% superannuation.

First Nations Priority Recruitment Measures

While this vacancy is open to all applicants. First Nations applicants are strongly encouraged to apply & will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy, in accordance with s57 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1992 (NT) 1992.

More information on First Nations Priority Recruitment at CDU and how to apply, available here.

What’s in it for you?

- An employer who values your contribution to building a bigger, better and stronger University
- Work with a University committed to changing people’s lives for the better through training, education and research
- Opportunities for professional development, paid study and career progression
- An enviable lifestyle in the spectacular Northern Territory
- 17% superannuation
- Up to six weeks of paid annual leave
- Up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave (primary care giver), in addition to government payments (eligibility criteria apply)




- Recognition of prior service with another Australian university / NT Government for Long Service Leave (recognition applied to qualifying period only)
- Ability to negotiate transfer of leave entitlements under the Public Employment (Mobility) Act 1989
- Employee Assistance Program
- Salary Packaging opportunities

Do you need support?

CDU endeavours to establish and maintain effective systems and processes that support a adaptable and inclusive workplace culture.

Adjustments can be made to support you throughout the application and selection process, as well as during employment, in line with the University’s Workplace Adjustment Policy and Procedure.

For confidential discussions, reasonable adjustment requests, or further information on workplace inclusion and policies, please contact People Services on ***or **************@cdu.edu.au.

Diversity and Inclusion

At CDU, we actively celebrate our diversity and believe that our differences will make CDU the most connected University in Australia. We are committed to maintaining a culture where every member of our University community feels respected, safe, encouraged to speak up and supported in achieving their professional goals, and that they truly belong.

Applications from First Nations people, women at all levels, culturally and racially marginalised people, people with disability, neurotypical and neurodiverse people, LGBTQIA+ people, people with family and caring responsibilities and people at all stages of their careers are welcomed.

Work Health and Safety

CDU is committed to providing a physical and psychological safe working environment. Confidential support can also be provided to employees who may be experiencing domestic, family or sexual violence outside the workplace.

Charles Darwin University is guided by our core values of Courage, Kindness, Openness, Innovation, and Leadership, which shape our daily actions and decisions. CDU is committed to being a safe and inclusive organisation for everyone.

As part of the Charles Darwin University’s commitment to providing a safe, respectful and rewarding workplace, and to meeting our legal obligations, we ask candidates to declare whether they have ever been investigated for an allegation of Gender Based Violence, or found to have engaged in conduct that constitutes Gender Based Violence, in any previous employment or through any legal process.

This information assists us to comply with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender Based Violence and will be considered when assessing a candidate’s suitability for employment, to help ensure the safety of our University community.

You make CDU. And we want you to be exactly who you are.

Applications Close: Friday 21st August 2026

however University reserves the right to close this vacancy early should a suitable candidate be identified.

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📌 Lecturer in Indigenous Knowledges – Language & Culture Education (Darwin)
🏢 Charles Darwin University
📍 Darwin