Associate Dean Indigenous (Faculty of Design, Technology & Society)

About the role

The University of Canberra is seeking an Associate Dean Indigenous for its Faculty of Design, Technology & Society, a newly created full-time leadership position reporting to the Executive Dean. The role leads Indigenous excellence, student success, research growth and community engagement across the faculty, working closely with the Pro Vice-Chancellor Indigenous and senior university leaders. It suits an accomplished researcher and educator with a research track record and a commitment to Indigenous research excellence.

Key responsibilities

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

Required profile

• A PhD in a relevant discipline within the faculty profile
• An established research profile with publications commensurate with Associate Professor or Professor
• Demonstrated success in HDR supervision and research mentorship
• Significant academic leadership experience in Indigenous learning, teaching, research, engagement and/or strategic initiatives
• Strong understanding of contemporary Indigenous issues in higher education and the national context
• Commitment to Indigenous student success, staff development and research excellence
• Previous experience as an Associate Dean Indigenous or in a comparable senior Indigenous leadership role is advantageous
• Identification as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person; a current ACT working with vulnerable people registration is required

What we offer

• Salary range of $170,522 to $218,799 per year plus 17% superannuation
• Flexible, family-friendly policies, on-site gym, medical services, a grocery store and early childhood education and care facilities

Applications close 11:55pm on 22 November 2026. Applicants submit a CV and a cover letter, and should contact the university's talent team for recruitment questions.