Associate Professor (Academic Leader, Indigenous Health) (Identified)

Description

• Permanent/Continuing, full-time appointment (commencement in January 2025)
• Level D: $167,885 - $180,140 + 17% Superannuation
• Attractive relocation package available
• UOW is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and strives to be an employer of choice for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Australians
• Generous working conditions in a great location, with sociable hours, family friendly policies, flexible work practices and culturally sensitive leave provisions, including cultural and ceremonial leave
• ongoing opportunities for professional development
• Wollongong Campus / Shoalhaven Campus location (consideration may be given to other GSM sites)

We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual of Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage to lead the teaching and learning of Indigenous Health within the University of Wollongong’s Doctor of Medicine Program (MD) in the Graduate School of Medicine (GSM). As an Associate Professor (Academic Lead in Indigenous Health) you will provide leadership in curriculum development, teaching, assessment, and research of Indigenous Health for the UOW MD program. This involves researching, designing, documenting, and implementing educational materials related to Indigenous Health, ensuring alignment with the Australian Medical Council (AMC) Standards for Accreditation of primary medical programs. You will collaborate closely with the co-Academic Program Directors and the Academic Lead for Assessment to effectively address the needs of the medical program. Additionally, this position will work alongside the GSM Academic Lead, Admissions and the Pre-Medicine Academic Coordinator in the School of Medical, Indigenous and Health Sciences to support the recruitment, selection and retention of Indigenous students within the MD program. To be successful you will be suitably qualified with a deep understanding of Aboriginal knowledges and perspectives and strong relationships with the Aboriginal community. You will have the necessary experience and attributes for teaching Indigenous health at a tertiary level as well as a demonstrated track record in in conducting research in an area of Indigenous Health. Additionally, excellent organisational, interpersonal and communication skills are essential along with a commitment to the personal, professional and academic development of Indigenous students and academics. How to Apply Applicants are requested to submit a CV and cover letter. The cover letter should be no more than 3 pages, summarising your skills and experience as they relate to the selection criteria located in the position description. For further information about this position, please contact Professor Zsuzsoka Kecskes, Dean, Graduate School of Medicine on + 61 2 4239 4373 or email Position Description Closing Date: Wednesday 13 November 2024, 11:59 PM * This is an Identified position. The University of Wollongong (UOW) considers that being an Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander is a genuine occupational qualification for this position under s14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW). As this position will be required to attend Public Health Facilities, the position holder must comply with vaccination requirements as per NSW Health Policy for any work undertaken in NSW Health facilities according to the revised NSW Health Policy PD2023_022. Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Only candidates with valid work rights in Australia are eligible to apply. UOW is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and strives to be an employer of choice for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Australians. UOW offers excellent working conditions in a great location, with sociable hours, family friendly policies, flexible work practices, generous leave provisions including cultural & ceremonial leave and ongoing opportunities for professional development. The successful applicant is required to provide confirmation of their Aboriginal and/ or Torres Strait Islander heritage. #J-18808-Ljbffr