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Academic Lead (First Nations Curriculum)

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Reference no: 498797
Work type: Continuing - Full Time
Location: Albury-Wodonga, Bathurst, Dubbo, Orange, Port Macquarie, Wagga Wagga
Categories: Academic - Leadership

  • Lead First Nations curriculum strategy and impact across the university
  • Build strong community, sector and regulatory partnerships
  • Influence teaching practice through Indigenous pedagogy and leadership

The role

  • Full Time, Continuing
  • Level B - $113,841 to $134,965 p.a. (plus 17% superannuation)
  • Albury-Wodonga, Bathurst, Dubbo, Orange, Port Macquarie or Wagga Wagga

As Academic Lead (First Nations Curriculum), you will provide cultural, academic and strategic leadership to embed First Nations knowledges across curriculum and learning design. Working as part of the Gulaay team, you will guide the implementation of the University’s First Nations Strategy, Indigenous Australian Content in Courses Policy, and Indigenous Cultural Competence Graduate Learning Outcomes.

You will collaborate closely with academic staff, professional teams, communities, and external partners to strengthen curriculum, support course accreditation, and enhance culturally responsive teaching practice. The role also contributes to professional development, mentoring, scholarly engagement, and continuous improvement in learning and teaching aligned with the University’s strategic priorities.

About you

You are a First Nations academic or education leader who brings cultural leadership, collaboration and a commitment to making a positive difference through education.

  • Strong experience in First Nations curriculum, pedagogy or academic development
  • Deep understanding of Indigenous ways of knowing, being and doing in learning contexts
  • Proven ability to guide, support and influence staff through respectful collaboration
  • Experience building trusted, reciprocal relationships with communities and partners
  • A values‑driven approach aligned with Charles Sturt’s commitment to inclusion, impact and excellence

About us

Learn more about the Division of Learning and Teaching here.

To apply

This is an identified Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander position under section 14 of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act, 1977. Please be aware you may be asked to provide confirmation of Indigenous Australian Identity.

Click the Apply button and complete your application online, and address the selection criteria in the position description and upload your CV. If you experience difficulties applying online or for further information on completing the application process please visit our how to apply page or contact us.

Further information

Additional information is available in the position description or by contacting:

Recruitment specific enquiries: Rebecca Dwyer | Talent Acquisition Consultant | redwyer@csu.edu.au

Job specific enquiries: Associate Professor Prue Laidlaw | Academic Director, Education Strategy | plaidlaw@csu.edu.au

Closing Date: 11pm, 23 April 2026

Advertised: - AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: - AUS Eastern Standard Time