Associate Professor, Indigenous Education Studies (Indigenous Identified Role)

About the role

Western Sydney University is seeking an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander academic to join the School of Education as Associate Professor in Indigenous Education Studies. This is a full-time, ongoing position at Academic Level D on the Penrith campus, with flexible working arrangements. It is an identified position: applicants must be an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, which is a genuine occupational qualification under Section 14(D) of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.

The role contributes to teaching, research and community engagement in a growing national field, working with Initial Teacher Education and postgraduate programs to centre Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives and knowledge. It works closely with the School of Education, the Division of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor Indigenous Leadership, the Badanami Centre for Indigenous Education and external partners.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to teaching and curriculum development in Indigenous Education Studies, supporting culturally responsive teaching and curriculum innovation.
• Contribute to research, publications and grant activity, and supervise Honours and Higher Degree Research students.
• Mentor emerging academics and build partnerships with schools, communities and the education sector.
• Provide discipline leadership, mentor colleagues and contribute to governance and initiatives advancing Indigenous education and student success.

Required profile

• Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.
• PhD or EdD in a discipline relevant to Education.
• Demonstrated experience in tertiary teaching and curriculum development in Indigenous Education Studies.
• Research profile appropriate to Academic Level D, including publications, supervision and research grant activity.
• Experience collaborating with schools, communities and professional partners.

What we offer

• Salary of $179,822 - $197,660 per annum, plus 17% superannuation and leave loading.
• Staff-only banking offers, salary sacrifice for onsite parking and novated lease options.
• Employee Assistance Program, annual flu vaccination, Fitness Passport membership and discounted private health cover.
• Onsite childcare with possible discounted fees and salary packaging.

Applications are made only through the University's online recruitment system, with screening questions about qualifications and experience. The closing date is 4 November 2026, and appointment is subject to a Working with Children Check and proof of full-time working rights in Australia.