Lead in First Nations Health – Professor/Associate Professor

About the role

The University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC) is establishing a new Medicine program and seeks an experienced academic to lead First Nations Health. This senior position, at Professor or Associate Professor level, will shape a culturally safe, Indigenous‑led curriculum and support the broader medical education strategy.

Key responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for the design, delivery and evaluation of First Nations health curriculum and assessment.
• Mentor, grow and lead a team of Indigenous academics.
• Collaborate with First Nations communities, Elders and partner organisations to embed Indigenous knowledge and priorities.
• Contribute to teaching, research and scholarship in First Nations health and medical education.
• Advise senior university leaders on Indigenous matters related to health education, accreditation and partnerships.

Required profile

• Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identification (role is identified and open only to Indigenous peoples).
• Significant academic experience in health, medicine or related fields, with a record of leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to develop culturally safe educational programmes.
• Experience working with Indigenous communities and stakeholders.

Required skills

What we offer

• Full‑time, ongoing appointment with flexible fractional arrangements considered.
• Salary at Academic Level E $224,480 or Level D $174,423‑$192,092 plus up to 17% superannuation.
• Relocation support where required.
• Opportunity to shape a new medical program and make a lasting impact on Indigenous health outcomes.