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Assistant Professor (A) – First Nations Health
Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine
Full time, Continuing Appointment
Position Reference No: 134344844

Join Australia’s top university for teaching* and enjoy staff benefits including:

Free staff car parking

Up to 18/26 weeks of parental leave#

Salary packaging options for FBT and Non-FBT items#

Annual leave loading for continuing and fixed term Academic staff

Staff wellbeing program

Free & Confidential Employee Assistance Program available for all staff

Study assistance for staff and dependants#

Corporate health and finance discounts

Onsite Medical Centre and Counselling Services

Onsite Sports Centre including gym, fitness classes and pool#

About the Position

We have an excellent career opportunity for an Assistant Professor A First Nations Health to contribute to the teaching, coordination and organisation, resource development, student support, and assessment in the faculty wide First Nations Health Program. Assistant Professor A equates to Senior Lecturer level in public universities.

Bond University’s Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine has a multi-disciplinary base across a range of programs including Medicine, Biomedical and Health Sciences, Nutrition and Dietetic Practice, Exercise and Sports Science, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy and Healthcare Innovations. The University and the Faculty recognise the importance for our students in developing an understanding of First Nations health including a depth of understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health.

With the leadership of Professor Shane Hearn, First Nations Health, this position will:

Conduct high-quality research and scholarship that advances the knowledge and practice of First Nations and/or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health.

Contribute to curriculum development, assessment, teaching, and service in the faculty with a focus on First Nations Health.

Develop and deliver innovative and culturally responsive curriculum, assessment, and teaching in First Nations Health.

Benefit from the support and guidance of the Indigenous Staff Network and the Nyombil Centre. You will have access to mentoring, professional development, and cultural resources that will enhance your career and personal growth.

About the Person

To be considered for this position:

It is essential that the person who holds this position be an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person. It is therefore a genuine occupational requirement under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 that applicants are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islanders.

Holds a PhD or equivalent in a relevant discipline.

Developing track record of effective teaching, research, and academic administration within the higher education sector in a First Nations health and education context.

Exceptional communication skills and the ability to work in teams with academics from multiple disciplines is essential.

Salary details

The salary for the position commences at $160,204 plus 11.5% superannuation per annum. Salary packaging options are available.

Further information

Position related enquiries can be directed to Professor Shane Hearn, First Nations Health on [email protected] or 0417 653 491.

For further details regarding this appointment please reference the position description and selection criteria.

Assistant Professor A Position Description

Assistant Professor A – First Nations Health – Selection Criteria

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Bond University is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage our students and staff to respect individuality, inclusiveness and diversity. In line with Bond University’s values, people from diverse backgrounds, women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTIQ+, and people with a disability are encouraged to apply for positions at the University.

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