Ref 6044/22, Lecturer, Indigenous Australian Studies, School of Humanities and Communication Arts

• Full-time, Ongoing role
• Remuneration: $127,812 to $150,817 p.a.
• Parramatta South campus

This is an identified position and applicants must be an Aboriginal and /or Torres Strait Islander person. Being an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person is a genuine occupational qualification as authorised under Section 14(D) of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act, 1977 NSW. 

Please refer to the Guidelines for Confirmation of Identity for Indigenous Australians for the requirements of this position.

About Western
Western Sydney University is a modern, forward-thinking, research-led university, located at the heart of Australia’s fastest-growing and economically significant region, Western Sydney. Boasting 11 campuses – many in Western Sydney CBD locations – and more than 200,000 alumni, 49,500 students and 3,500 staff, the University has 13 Schools with an array of well-designed programs and degrees carefully structured to meet the demands of future industry.

The University is ranked in the top two per cent of universities worldwide, and as a research leader, over 85 per cent of the University’s assessed research is rated at ‘World Standard’ or above.

The School of Humanities and Communication Arts offers programs in arts, communication and creative industries, design (visual communication), interpreting and translation, languages, music, TESOL, and creative music therapy. Innovative subjects focus on contemporary debates, perspectives, methods and technologies. Wherever possible, programs include practical training, often through involvement in community and industry-based projects.

The School of Humanities and Communication Arts manages a broad technical infrastructure including a television studio, music recording studios, specialist IT laboratories, sound and video post-production studios, a professional design studio, a television and radio journalism studio, and portable equipment stores.

The School of Humanities and Communication Arts is located on three campuses: Bankstown, Parramatta, and Penrith.

About the Role
We are seeking a forward thinking, dynamic, and innovative scholar to take on a role at the level of Lecturer, Indigenous Australian Studies to contribute to our undergraduate and postgraduate programs.

The Lecturer, Indigenous Australian Studies will be involved in a range of academic activities including the coordination and teaching of units in the Indigenous Australian Studies Major course in the School. The Lecturer will be expected to conduct research and supervise postgraduate students in their area of expertise. The appointee will work closely with research and teaching staff in the School of Humanities and Communication Arts, and develop collaborations with other units within the wider University. Appointees will also be required to foster relevant relationships external to the University, in particular Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities.

The role is a full-time, ongoing position based at Parramatta South campus. Western is a multi-campus University, and thus travel to other campuses may be required to support School activities.

It is a mandatory requirement for any incumbent of this position to have a current NSW Employee Working with Children Clearance in accordance with the NSW Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012.

For further information on this position, please read the attached position description. 

Benefits
Western Sydney University has long been identified as a University of the people. We value the contributions made by our staff and recognise that they underpin the enablement of our mission and values. In return, we offer:

• 35 hour work week
• Flex leave for Professional staff
• 17% super contributions

Academic Level B - $127,812 to $150,817 p.a. (comprising Salary of $108,003 to $127,531 p.a., plus 17% Superannuation and Leave Loading). 

Position Enquiries: Please contactProfessor Matt McGuire, Dean, School of Humanities and Communication Arts, via email at  [email protected]

RecruitmentEnquiries: For assistance or queries submitting your application, please email [email protected]

Closing Date: 8:30pm AEDT, Friday 17 February 2023 

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. You must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident and provide evidence at time of application.

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Western Sydney University is committed to diversity and social inclusion. Applications from people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds; equity target groups including women, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQ, and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged.

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