PRIMARY DETAIL
• Salary package: Base salary of $ 81,581 to $109,852 per annum (Level A) plus 17% employer’s superannuation and annual leave loading
• Appointment Type: full-time, 2.5 years fixed-term
• Location: Dual location between Wuyagiba outstation in remote eastern Arnhem Land and Macquarie University (Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde) in Sydney
THE ROLE
The Faculty of Science and Engineering is seeking two experienced Associate Lecturers to co-teach two Macquarie University 1st Year subjects (ENVS1000 Environment - Professional Skills) and (ACOM1001 Academic Communication in the Social Sciences & Humanities) and assist local Elders in the delivery of their cultural units (ENVS1501 Indigenous Science and ENVS1500 South East Arnhem Land Caring for Country and Culture).
Classes are delivered on Country in a remote Aboriginal outstation in purpose built Ecostructures Classrooms. For more information, please visit https://www.wuyagibastudyhub.org/ . All staff and students stay on site for the duration of the courses in the Bush Uni accommodation.
The on-site teaching sessions are in four lots of five-week blocks from April/May to November each year. The remaining periods will be primarily based on campus at Macquarie University, Sydney.
Reporting to Associate Professor Emilie Ens, you will prepare Aboriginal students from Arnhem Land for University by strengthening both ways knowledge (Cultural and Academic).
About Us
The Courses have been developed by Elders and leaders of SE Arnhem Land in partnership with Macquarie University staff. The Wuyagiba Study Hub is funded by the Australian Government’s Regional University Centres program, through the Wuyagiba Bush Hub Aboriginal Corporation (WBHAC).
The Faculty of Science and Engineering is a young and dynamic faculty driven by the spirit of discovery. Here we nurture the next generation of science and technology innovators. From a handful of students on the University’s first day, the Faculty now serves nearly 6000 students across all our programs.
To Apply
To be considered for this position, please apply online by submitting your CV and a separate (2-page maximum) cover letter that demonstrates how you meet the following selection criteria:
Essential Skills
Experience working in a remote Aboriginal community
University degree or equivalent experience
Experience with team teaching
Academic literacy and numeracy skills
Flexibility and adaptability
Interest in working alongside Aboriginal cultural knowledge lecturers
Be willing to learn and conform to local cultural norms
Current Australian drivers’ licence (with experience driving a manual)
Desirable Skills
Remote First Aid
First Year University Level Teaching
Knowledge of Indigenous Science
4WD experience
Enquiries: Associate Professor Emilie Ens via e-mail [email protected]
Applications Close: Friday 16 February 2024 (11:59pm AEST)
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Applications Close:
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