Senior Lecturer or Lecturer in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Nursing (Identified position)

• School of Health, UniSC Sunshine Coast in Sippy Downs located on the traditional lands of the Kabi Kabi/Gubbi Gubbi Peoples

• Academic Level B $118,481-$140,567 or Level C $144,979 - $167,068 plus up to 17% employer superannuation

• Full‑time, ongoing appointment

• deliver engaging, culturally responsive learning experiences that prepare future nurses for professional practice;

• design, review and enhance curriculum with a strong focus on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander knowledges, perspectives and cultural safety;

• contribute to impactful research initiatives aligned with School and University priorities;

• publish scholarly work and build a growing program of research activity and impact;

• develop and nurture partnerships with health services, community organisations and professional bodies that create opportunities for students and communities;

• support the recruitment, retention, wellbeing, success and graduation outcomes of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander nursing students;

• contribute to an inclusive, respectful and culturally capable academic environment; and

• for a Senior Lecturer, lead curriculum development, mentor colleagues, supervise higher degree research candidates and strengthen research performance across the discipline.

You are an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander academic (or emerging academic) who is committed to advancing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health, education and community outcomes. You bring strong teaching capability, an emerging or established research profile, and a collaborative approach that builds meaningful relationships with students, colleagues, industry and community partners.

To be successful you will possess:

• Registration as a nurse with AHPRA.

• Enrolment in a doctoral qualification (Level B) or a completed doctoral qualification preferred (Level C) in a relevant discipline.

• Demonstrated effectiveness in higher education teaching and curriculum development.

• Research experience with scholarly outputs and the ability to contribute to research initiatives and partnerships.

• Strong professional and community connections relevant to nursing and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health.

• A collegial, inclusive and community-focused approach that contributes positively to academic culture and student success.

• A demonstrated commitment to improving recruitment, retention, wellbeing, success and graduate outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.

At UniSC, our culture is built around flexibility, respect and trust, with employment conditions that recognise cultural responsibilities alongside professional commitments.

You will have access to:

• Indigenous‑specific employment provisions under UniSC's Enterprise Agreement, including paid cultural leave and support for cultural and community responsibilities;

• flexible work arrangements that support connection to Country, community and family;

• culturally informed wellbeing support, including access to employee assistance services;

• professional development and career progression opportunities, with support that recognises achievement relative to opportunity;

• respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander intellectual and cultural knowledges, with clear protections around ownership, consent and ethical use. modern teaching, research and work environments across our Sunshine Coast and South East Queensland campuses; and

• a collegial, values‑led workplace where relationships, respect and care for people matter.

Support doesn't end at recruitment. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees are supported through culturally informed onboarding, professional development, mentoring opportunities and ongoing cultural support throughout their employment journey. The successful candidate will join a growing network of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander academic and professional staff across UniSC and be supported through established Indigenous leadership, employment and community engagement initiatives.

These benefits sit alongside UniSC's broader commitment to providing a safe, supportive and flexible workplace where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff can build sustainable, meaningful careers. For more information, visit https://careers.usc.edu.au/employer-information