Associate Dean, Indigenous; DT&S

• Lead Indigenous Excellence. Shape Research. Transform Futures.
• Academic Level E or D, Salary Range $170,522 pa - $218,799 pa plus 17% Super
• Full Time, Continuing Opportunity (Part-time options considered)

At the University of Canberra, we’re a welcoming and connected academic community shaped by the people, cultures and environments of Australia’s capital. Our research focuses on real-world challenges, working alongside partners to create outcomes that matter, while our teaching builds confidence and capability for the future. Ranked number one in Canberra for graduate employment, skills development and student support, UC is a place where you can grow ideas, contribute knowledge, and make a difference.

The Faculty of Design, Technology & Society is a future-focused and multidisciplinary academic community committed to creating positive societal impact through excellence in education, research, innovation and engagement. Bringing together expertise across the humanities, education, creative industries, professional disciplines, design, the built environment and digital technologies, the Faculty provides a vibrant and collaborative environment where creativity, critical inquiry and technological innovation intersect.

Through collaboration across disciplines and partnerships with external stakeholders, the Faculty creates opportunities for innovation, applied research and real-world impact.

The Faculty is seeking an academic with a recognised research track record and a demonstrated commitment to Indigenous research excellence. This is a newly created role in our recent faculty amalgamation and a significant academic leadership opportunity for an accomplished researcher and educator who is passionate about advancing Indigenous excellence, strengthening Indigenous research capability, and driving meaningful institutional advocacy.

Reporting to the Executive Dean, the Associate Dean Indigenous (ADI) will provide strategic leadership to advance Indigenous excellence, student success, research growth and community engagement across the faculty. Also working closely with the Pro Vice-Chancellor Indigenous and senior university leaders, the ADI will drive implementation of Indigenous strategic priorities while maintaining an active academic profile through research, supervision and scholarly leadership.

This role will be critical in advancing the University’s strategic priorities through industry partnerships, work-integrated learning, international engagement, Indigenous leadership and community collaboration.

• Lead and influence Indigenous research strategy and capability development across the Faculty.
• Maintain a strong and active academic research profile
• Supervise HDR candidates, with a focus on supporting Indigenous research students
• Foster interdisciplinary and community-led research partnerships that create meaningful outcomes for Indigenous peoples and communities.
• Develop and strengthen research collaborations across academia, industry, government and community sectors.
• Support the growth of competitive research funding opportunities and strategic research initiatives.

• A PhD in a relevant discipline within the faculty profile.
• An established research profile with a publication records commensurate with appointment as Associate Professor or Professor.
• Demonstrated success in HDR supervision and research mentorship.
• Significant academic leadership experience across Indigenous learning and teaching, research, engagement and/or strategic initiatives.
• A strong understanding of contemporary Indigenous issues within higher education and the broader national context.
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