Indigenous Targeted Role
This is a Targeted Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Position. While we welcome applications from all candidates, this is a targeted role for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. As part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates will be assessed as a priority. This Exemption is claimed under Section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.
About the opportunity
This role will contribute to the design, development, and implementation of First Nations curriculum across the Faculty of Medicine and Health. Working within a collaborative team, the position supports curriculum transformation, culturally safe education practices, and improved health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Why work with us
We are committed to creating a culturally safe, supportive, and inclusive workplace for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
Key benefits include:
generous cultural leave and flexible working arrangements
access to Indigenous professional and career development programs, including mentoring, leadership programs, and development funding
participation in an internal Indigenous staff network, providing cultural connection, peer support, and professional development opportunities
YURA network (promoting sharing of experiences, and professional support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff members)
tax-efficient salary packaging options for cars, laptops, and additional contributions to your superannuation fund
Your key responsibilities will be to:
contribute to the design, development, and delivery of First Nations curriculum across medicine and health programs
undertake teaching and curriculum-related academic work supporting the Indigenisation of health curriculum
collaborate with academic, professional, First Nations and community stakeholders to implement faculty-wide curriculum initiatives
support the development of culturally safe, strengths-based, and responsive learning experiences and assessment practices
contribute to capability-building activities, including workshops, resources and staff development in cultural safety and decolonising pedagogies
assist with coordination, evaluation and continuous improvement of First Nations curriculum activities and scholarly outputs.
About you
demonstrated experience in teaching and/or curriculum development within health or higher education
knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health, cultural safety and strengths-based approaches to healthcare
experience working collaboratively with diverse stakeholders, including First Nations communities and organisations
emerging or demonstrated contribution to research, scholarship or evaluation in education or Indigenous health
ability to contribute to culturally responsive curriculum design, assessment, and program-level initiatives
commitment to advancing Indigenous strategy, health equity, and culturally safe education practices
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Sponsorship / work rights for Australia
You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
Pre-employment checks and declarations
Your employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all pre-employment or background checks required for the role in terms satisfactory to the University. Also, to meet the University’s obligations under the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Eliminate Gender-Based Violence you will be asked to declare if you have been investigated for, or found to engaged in, sexual harm or gender-based violence in the course of previous employment or in a legal process. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.
EEO statement
At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a university community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTQIA+ We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Platinum Employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion
How to apply
Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.
This is a targeted opportunity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply.
We understand that everyone applies differently. If you’d prefer to have an informal conversation before applying, we welcome you to get in touch so we can talk through the role and process.
In addition, if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Danielle Selinger, by email to danielle.selinger@sydney.edu.au
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Applications Close
Tuesday 23 June 2026 11:59 PM
