Senior Lecturer in Indigenous Knowledge (Level C)

Your opportunity

Southern Cross University’s Gnibi College of Indigenous Australian Peoples is seeking a Senior Lecturer in Indigenous Knowledge to provide academic leadership across teaching, research, community engagement, and Higher Degree Research (HDR) supervision.

This is a key role within the College, with a strong focus on leading HDR supervision and contributing to a high-quality research training environment. You will support HDR candidates through their academic journey, fostering rigorous, culturally grounded research and strong completion outcomes.

Alongside this, you will contribute to the design and delivery of Indigenous Knowledge programs, including teaching in areas such as Indigenous philosophies. You will play an important role in shaping curriculum, strengthening research capability and contributing to a connected, values-driven academic community.

You will make an impact by:

• Leading and supervising Higher Degree Research candidates to successful completion
• Contribute to a strong, supportive HDR and research training environment
• Designing and delivering high-quality, student-centred teaching
• Driving curriculum innovation in Indigenous Knowledge programs
• Contributing to research outputs, publications and funding activity
• Building respectful, collaborative relationships with communities and stakeholders

What you will bring

You’re an experienced and thoughtful academic who brings both disciplinary expertise and a deep respect for Indigenous Knowledge systems. You are committed to culturally safe teaching, meaningful community engagement, and research that makes a difference.

You combine academic leadership with a collaborative and values-driven approach, and are confident contributing at a senior level, whether through curriculum leadership, research supervision, or engagement across the University and community.

You bring a thoughtful, culturally aware approach to your work, with the ability to build trust, engage respectfully and contribute positively to a collaborative academic environment.

To succeed in this role, you will also need:

• A PhD in Indigenous Knowledge or a related discipline
• Proven experience supervising Higher Degree Research candidates
• Evidence of high-quality teaching and curriculum development and leadership
• A strong research track record, including publications and grant success
• The ability to work respectfully and effectively in culturally diverse contexts

Why Southern Cross University

SCU is proudly a regional university, young, small and vibrant. That means you’ll find more exposure, opportunity and ownership - to grow, achieve and build a career that means more. And you’ll do it alongside passionate people and leaders who go the extra mile to help you succeed. A career with us is about more than just work. It’s about place, community and the life you want to live. With three main campuses at the Gold Coast, Coffs Harbour and the Northern Rivers region of NSW, we’re integral to all these wonderful communities. Find your place and be more in this beautiful part of the world.

Your opportunity is:

• Full-time, continuing (permanent)
• Located at Lismore, NSW 2480. Gold Coast, QLD 4225, or Coffs Harbour, NSW 2450 may also be considered. Relocation assistance is available, making it easier to join our regional communities.
• ACAD Level C. The base salary ranges from $139,568 - $160,473 per annum, plus 17% employer’s contribution to superannuation. The total remuneration package is up to $187,753.

You will enjoy a range of perks designed to support your wellbeing, growth and work-life balance. For more information on our benefits and what it’s like to work at SCU, visit Why work at Southern Cross University?

Position description

Name: Professor Stuart Barlo

Email: Stuart.Barlo@scu.edu.au

Applications close 11.30pm AEST Monday 8 June 2026