Guided by our First Nations Strategic Workforce Framework 2026–2030, UniSQ is committed to empowering Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Peoples of Australia and custodians of the world’s oldest continuing living cultures. We respect the diversity of more than 200 Nations across this continent, honouring distinct knowledges, languages, cultures, lore/law and spiritual systems. The University recognises First Nations knowledges as vital to all fields of teaching, research and community engagement, and values the scholarship and expertise First Nations staff bring to our institution. By supporting participation in cultural and community life and working in genuine partnership with Elders and communities, UniSQ strives to be a leader in responsive, respectful and culturally safe education and engagement. The School of Education and Creative Arts plays a pivotal role in advancing this ambition through high-quality, accredited Initial Teacher Education and Creative Arts programs and research that responds to the needs of diverse communities. With a strong focus on curriculum innovation, pedagogical excellence and community partnership, the School is dedicated to preparing future industry-ready educators who can teach effectively and thrive across metropolitan, regional, rural and remote contexts, while contributing to research and education that enable communities to flourish and shape a better tomorrow, together. Our suite of Initial Teacher Education programs (both under-graduate and post-graduate) are fully accredited with the Queensland College of Teachers and Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority and align with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers.



Who you are Are you a passionate and dynamic educator and researcher with a strong foundation in First Nations Education? Are you driven to inspire the next generation of educators and make significant contributions through high-quality, impactful research? Do you have a deep understanding and appreciation of diverse cultural backgrounds and are committed to fostering inclusive, culturally sensitive learning environments? If so, we are looking for you

What you'll do
UniSQ is seeking an innovative and collaborative Lecturer who is passionate about excellence in teaching, curriculum design and pedagogical practice. Dedicated to advancing the field of First Nations Education, you will contribute to high-quality teaching, impactful research, and meaningful engagement across our Initial Teacher Education and Bachelor of Education and Master of Education programs. This role offers the opportunity to inspire future educators across diverse learning contexts
- including regional, rural, and remote settings
- while contributing to locally grounded, globally relevant research and curriculum design that supports transformational educational outcomes. As a Lecturer (Curriculum and Pedagogy – First Nations) you will:
- Deliver engaging and reflective student-centred teaching methods across face-to-face and blended modes leveraging digital technologies.
- Conduct research activities that produce high-quality outputs and generate research income.
- Support the development of research teams and mentor HDR students.




- Contribute to a positive workplace and culture through internal service while also making significant external contributions to the community and profession.
- Actively engage in professional development activities and maintain currency in contemporary learning, teaching, and research approaches. What will help you succeed To excel in this role, you should possess the following qualifications and

experience:
- Associate Lecturer
- normally an honours degree or higher qualification in a relevant discipline, or equivalent tertiary qualifications subject to the norms of the discipline.
- Lecturer
- normally a doctoral or master's qualification in a relevant discipline is required, or other equivalent qualifications and experience subject to the norms of the discipline.
- Successful teaching experience in schools, and current registration or eligibility for registration with the Queensland College of Teachers. A current Working with Children Check (Blue Card) is required.
- Evidence of demonstrated equivalent accreditation, standing and professional achievement may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
- Demonstrated capacity to teach curriculum and pedagogy in one or more learning areas within initial teacher education, across on-campus and online delivery.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the Australian Curriculum and the Australian Qualified Standards for Teachers, and of what pre‑service teachers need in order to be ready for the classroom.
- Demonstrated experience in delivering engaged and reflective approaches to teaching that produce the best possible outcomes for students.
- Capacity to bring Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander knowledges and perspectives to curriculum and pedagogy, and to

📌 Associate Lecturer/Lecturer (Ipswich)
🏢 University of Southern Queensland
📍 Ipswich