Learning Designer - Indigenising the Curriculum (Identified s25)

• Institute for Teaching and Learning Innovation

• This is a full-time fixed-term position through to 31 Jan 2025 with salary in the range $96,649 - $105,244, plus a generous super allowance of up to 17%.

• Identified s25: Only open to Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.

• Work closely with positive and collaborative teams and stakeholders in the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies Unit (ATSISU) and Institute of Teaching and Learning Innovation (ITaLI).

• Bring your student centric perspective to this creative and interesting role supporting Indigenising the curriculum, enhancing the quality of learning and teaching at UQ.

• Based at our St Lucia campus

About This Opportunity 

Under the overarching guidance of the Manager Learning Design and in collaboration with the Professor of Indigenous Education, this role concentrates on Indigenizing the Curriculum. It involves designing curriculum, assessments, and adaptable pedagogies to improve teaching quality across courses and programs, while also assisting academic staff in implementing similar strategies university-wide.

Key responsibilities will include: 

• Collaborate with schools to integrate Indigenous perspectives into the curriculum.

• Provide leadership in applying Indigenous pedagogy to course development, aiming to enhance student learning, and offering guidance to academic staff.

• Assist in developing a professional learning suite for Indigenizing the curriculum across the University.

• Develop and provide appropriate learning resources, engaging with the Learning Design Community of Practice to share practices and innovations.

• Contribute to the development of tools and processes to streamline teaching services, emphasizing effective curriculum and assessment design.

• Stay updated on current practices and future opportunities in teaching and learning, sharing knowledge across the university community.

For further information, please click here to view the information booklet.

About You  

The University of Queensland considers that being Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander is a genuine occupational requirement for this position under s25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991(Qld) and the filling of this position constitute a special/equal opportunity measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth). 

The position is therefore only open to Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people. 

The successful candidate will be required to provide evidence to confirm that they are an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.

You will have;

• Degree completion or an Advanced Diploma with at least 4 years of relevant work experience, or an equivalent combination.

• Expertise in developing online and on-campus resources with a focus on Indigenous studies and knowledge, complemented by a commitment to ongoing professional development.

• Ability to provide leadership and practical support in traditional and technology-enabled approaches to curriculum, pedagogy, and assessment for diverse stakeholders.

• Proven capability in prioritizing tasks through effective time and project management, coupled with meticulous attention to detail.

• Demonstrated proficiency in designing and delivering professional learning using indigenous knowledge and appropriate technologies for learning and teaching.

• Commitment to addressing client needs through strong teamwork and communication skills.

You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment and may be required to complete background checks including, criminal history and education checks.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:

• 17% superannuation contributions, 17.5% annual leave loading.

• Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight.

• Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family.

• On campus childcare options, Cheap parking (from just $5.75 a day), Salary packaging options.

Want to Apply? 

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

• Cover letter addressing the ‘About You’ section  

• Resume 

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Karen Sheppard at [email protected] . For application queries, please contact [email protected] stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line. 

Applications close 7 April 2024 at 11.00pm AEST (Job Reference Number - R-33293). Please note applications will be reviewed as received. The University of Queensland reserves the right to close the application process early.

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