- Employment Type: Full-time preferred, part-time may be considered (minimum 0.6 FTE by negotiation). Applicants may also be considered for a fixed-term Associate Dean appointment at 0.4 FTE (2 days per week),
- Duration: Continuing Academic Appointment (where applicable)
- Remuneration: $133,065 - $156,864 (Level B), $161,619 - $185,422 (Level C), $193,354 - $212,387 (Level D), $247,295 (Level E) or competitive salary package (Associate Dean) full-time equivalent plus 17% superannuation and leave loading
- Location: Kensington NSW (Flexible working available)
About UNSW
At UNSW, we're committed to creating meaningful opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and building a workforce that reflects the communities we collaborate with. We recognise the importance of Indigenous knowledges, leadership, and lived experience, and we're seeking an Indigenous academic leader to help shape the future of our Faculty of Engineering.
Whether your background is in education, student success, Indigenous engagement, leadership, professional practice, research, or academia, we encourage you to explore this opportunity.
Why this role matters
This is an identified position, and applicants must be Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people. Confirmation of Aboriginality or Torres Strait Islander status will be required. UNSW has obtained an exemption under Section 126 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW) to designate and recruit positions for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people only.
As we continue to grow our Indigenous workforce and strengthen Indigenous leadership across the University, we are seeking an outstanding Indigenous professional or academic to join the Faculty of Engineering.
Depending on your qualifications, skills, experience, and career aspirations, appointment may be made at Lecturer (Level B), Senior Lecturer (Level C), Associate Professor (Level D), or Professor (Level E) level. Applicants interested in a leadership appointment may also be considered for a part-time Associate Dean role alongside an academic appointment.
Importantly, engineering expertise is not a prerequisite for this opportunity. We welcome candidates who bring demonstrated Indigenous leadership, cultural knowledge, lived experience, community connection, student engagement expertise, curriculum development experience, or broader professional expertise.
The level of appointment will be commensurate with experience. Further information about responsibilities and expectations at each academic level can be found in the Position Descriptions.
About the Associate Dean Opportunity
For candidates interested in faculty leadership, the Associate Dean appointment is available for up to two years, with the possibility of renewal.
The Associate Dean role will be offered on a part-time basis at 2 days per week (0.4 FTE), to be agreed with the successful candidate. Where applicable, this can be combined with a continuing academic appointment involving teaching, research, or other academic responsibilities.
The role will provide leadership in advancing Indigenous initiatives, embedding Indigenous knowledges, strengthening student success, building community partnerships, and contributing to the Faculty's strategic priorities.
Who we're looking for
We are seeking candidates who can demonstrate some combination of:
- Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identity, cultural knowledge, lived experience, and community connection.
- Leadership experience in higher education, education, community, government, industry, not-for-profit, or related sectors.
- A passion for advancing Indigenous student success, engagement, and participation.
- Experience developing programs, initiatives, curriculum, partnerships, or community-led outcomes.
- Strong relationship-building, consultation, stakeholder engagement, and influencing skills.
- Strategic thinking and the ability to translate vision into meaningful outcomes.
- Experience in teaching, research, curriculum development, leadership, or professional practice is valued but not essential.
- A PhD, Masters by Research, or equivalent professional, leadership, community, and/or lived experience is welcomed.
If your experience does not align perfectly with every requirement, we still encourage you to apply.
Benefits
People are at the heart of everything we do. Our benefits include:
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Career development and leadership opportunities.
- 17% superannuation and leave loading.
- 10 days paid cultural leave per year.
- Indigenous Employee Network.
- Additional leave over the Christmas period.
- Discounts and wellbeing benefits.
- Relocation assistance may be available.
For more information
Please refer to the Position Descriptions available through JOBS@UNSW for detailed information on the responsibilities and expectations associated with each appointment level (Level B, C, D, E and Associate Dean).
How to Apply
Please submit:
- Your CV
- A short application form indicating the level(s) at which you wish to be considered
- A brief statement outlining your interest in the role and how your experience, leadership, cultural knowledge, and/or lived experience aligns with the opportunity
Applications close: Tuesday, 13th October 2026 at 11:30pm Sydney time.
Get in Touch
For more information regarding Indigenous employment at UNSW, please contact Nat Chenhall, Manager Indigenous Employment at n.chenhall@unsw.edu.au.
For recruitment related queries please contact Persa Tzakis, Talent Acquisition Manager at p.tzakis@unsw.edu.au.
UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
