Flinders University in Renmark, Australia, seeks a Lecturer in Aboriginal Health for a part-time, fixed-term role. This position is exclusively open to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander individuals as a special opportunity measure. The successful candidate will deliver culturally informed health education, design curriculum, and mentor students to support future health professionals. Responsibilities include fostering community partnerships and enhancing student success within the Riverland region. Applicants must hold a PhD, EdD, or equivalent expertise in Indigenous health or education, alongside strong tertiary teaching experience. The salary ranges from $115,871 to $137,122 pro rata. Ideal commencement is mid-January 2027. The role requires a valid driver’s license and completion of pre-employment checks, including criminal history and Working with Children verification. Flinders University emphasizes diversity, reconciliation, and inclusive workplace culture.

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- (2 years) | Part-time (0.6 FTE) –with flexibility to work these hours across multiple days by agreement.
- Academic | $115,871 - $137,122 ()
- Location: Renmark | On the Traditional Lands of the First Peoples of the River Murray & Mallee Region

Flinders University acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which its campuses are located. These are the Traditional Lands of the Arrernte, Dagoman, First Nations of the Southeast, First Peoples of the River Murray & Mallee region, Jawoyn, Kaurna,



Larrakia, Ngadjuri, Ngarrindjeri, Ramindjeri, Warumungu, Wardaman and Yolngu people. We honour their Elders past, present and emerging.

About the Role

This is a unique opportunity for an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander educator to contribute to the development of future health professionals through culturally informed teaching, curriculum innovation, and student support. Based in the Riverland, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health education while fostering strong connections with students, communities, and professional partners.

As Lecturer in Aboriginal Health, you will:

- Deliver engaging Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health education across a range of disciplines and learning settings.
- Design, coordinate and enhance curriculum that supports student success and contemporary health practice.
- Mentor and support students in their academic, professional and career development.
- Build meaningful partnerships with communities, industry and professional networks to enrich learning opportunities.

This position makes a significant contribution to the University’s strategic plan to "Changing 10 million lives, Every One Matters",



by 2035 through delivering a student-centred learning experience that empowers Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health students to achieve their academic and professional goals. By fostering inclusive, engaging and culturally responsive education, the role supports student success, strengthens graduate outcomes, and helps develop the future health workforce needed to improve health outcomes across communities.

The filling of this position is intended to constitute a special/equal prospect measure under section 56 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (SA) and Anti-Discrimination Act 1992 under section 35 (NT). The position is therefore only open to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people. The successful candidate will be required to provide Confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent.

The successful incumbent will ideally commence in mid-January 2027.

About You

You are a passionate Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander educator who is committed to improving health outcomes through teaching excellence and student engagement.

To thrive in this position, you will:

- Identify as an Aboriginal and/ouer Torres Strait Islander person and bring strong cultural knowledge and community connection.
- Demonstrate experience delivering high-quality tertiary teaching and student-centred learning approaches.
- Possess excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage effectively with students, colleagues and community stakeholders.
- Hold a PhD, EdD or equivalent qualification, or have recognised expertise and experience in Indigenous health, education or cultural practice.

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