Continuing, Full Time Appointment | Position Commencing February 2026
Research Active Academic Level A/B 
Annual salary $76,604 – $137,659 pa + 17% superannuation and 6 weeks annual leave
Education City Precinct – Danala Campus | Larrakia Country

About the Position
As the Lecturer in Indigenous Futures, you will be involved in the delivery of units of study related to Indigenous knowledges and their contemporary expression in arts, creative and cultural competency, community engagement, land and sea management, policy and other related fields, utilising both on-campus and on-line flexible-delivery methods.

The successful applicant will engage in emerging scholarly work and research that informs teaching and learning practices in diverse educational contexts, with the potential to teach at degree and vocational levels, as well as in pathway programs. The Lecturer must hold or have made substantial progress towards completion of a relevant graduate or post-graduate qualification and an emerging research profile in a relevant discipline. A background in working with Indigenous people in relevant contexts and in Indigenous-led teaching, research and/or development implementation projects is required to achieve agreed outcomes for this position. 

The position of Lecturer in Indigenous Futures requires a successful candidate to possess the vision and energy to contribute through the development of high-quality research and partnerships with educational programs as well a track record of relevant teaching experience, a developed understanding of the diverse contexts of the contemporary expression of Indigenous knowledges and established relations and contextual experience with Indigenous arts, creative and cultural competency, community engagement, land and sea management and/or Indigenous policy contexts would be an advantage.

About You
To be successful, you will require:

• Undergraduate qualification in a relevant discipline area or extensive experience in fields related to Indigenous knowledge and expressions of Indigenous knowledge in policy/land and sea management (or related) contexts, programs and projects.
• Recent teaching or professional experience in relevant Indigenous contexts and/or a teaching qualification or evidence of teaching experience and/or current qualification equivalent to a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122).
• An emerging research profile of publications/research projects or progress towards a research plan in relevant discipline areas.
• Demonstrated strong communication with the capacity to develop, evaluate and maintain effective services to students and work collaboratively with teaching and support staff.
• Demonstrated ability to manage unit (subject) delivery in internal and online modes including through on-line delivery platforms and learning management systems in relevant fields and an explicit understanding of the relevant teaching and learning practices engaged when working in intercultural knowledge contexts.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students at all levels and across cultures, and in particular, with Indigenous students, communities, and relevant agencies.
• An understanding of and commitment to Equal Opportunity policies and appreciation of wider equity issues within the workplace.
• Commitment to the University’s values.

Additional Key Selection Criteria at Level B

• Postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline area with extensive experience in fields related to Indigenous knowledge and expressions of Indigenous knowledge in policy/land and sea management (or related) contexts, programs, and projects.
• Recent teaching or professional experience in relevant Indigenous contexts and/or a teaching qualification or evidence of teaching experience and/or current qualification equivalent to a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122).
• An emerging research profile of publications/research projects or progress towards a research plan.
• Ability to contribute to the development of units/courses and student resources in response to reflective practice and application of scholarship (including for online and face-to-face teaching) and within the context and requirements of a quality education provider.
• Excellent professional teamwork and communication skills, including oral, written, information communication technology (ICT) and interpersonal skills.

Appointment is contingent upon receipt of a satisfactory National Criminal History check, NT Working with Children clearance and the ability to travel to regional and remote locations. It is a requirement of the position for the occupier to hold a current NT driver’s licence.

Remuneration 
Appointment to this role will be at HE Academic Level A/B. The base salary will be in the range of $76,604 - $137,659 per annum. The total remuneration package will be in the range of $89,626 - $161,061 per annum inclusive of 17% superannuation.

First Nations Priority Recruitment Measures 
While this vacancy is open to all applicants. First Nations applicants are strongly encouraged to apply & will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy, in accordance with s57 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1992 (NT) 1992. More information on First Nations Priority Recruitment at CDU and how to apply, available here. 
 
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What’s in it for you?

• An employer who values your contribution to building a bigger, better and stronger University
• Work with a University committed to changing people’s lives for the better through training, education, and research
• Opportunities for professional development, paid study and career progression
• An enviable lifestyle in the spectacular Northern Territory
• 17% superannuation
• Up to six weeks of paid annual leave
• Up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave (primary care giver), in addition to government payments (eligibility criteria apply)
• Recognition of prior service with another Australian university / NT Government for Long Service Leave (recognition applied to qualifying period only)
• Ability to negotiate transfer of leave entitlements under the Public Employment (Mobility) Act 1989
• Employee Assistance Program
• Salary Packaging opportunities
• Access to over 5,000 courses via LinkedIn learning corporate membership

How to Apply
All applications must be received online via the ‘apply’ button and should include your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest in the role, relevant skills and experience and response addressing the selection criteria of the role.

For a confidential discussion about the position please contact Dr Amanda Morris on 08 8946 6571 or email amanda.morris@cdu.edu.au

Do you need support? 
CDU endeavours to establish and maintain effective systems and processes that support a flexible and inclusive workplace culture. Adjustments can be made to support you throughout the application and selection process, as well as during employment, in line with the University’s Workplace Adjustment Policy and Procedure. 
For confidential discussions, reasonable adjustment requests, or further information on workplace inclusion and policies, please contact People Services on 08 8946 6284 or peopleservices@cdu.edu.au.

Work Health and Safety
CDU is committed to providing a physical and psychological safe working environment.  Confidential support can also be provided to employees who may be experiencing domestic, family or sexual violence outside the workplace. 
 
Diversity and Inclusion
At CDU, we actively celebrate our diversity and believe that our differences will make CDU the most connected University in Australia. We are committed to maintaining a culture where every member of our University community feels respected, safe, encouraged to speak up and supported in achieving their professional goals, and that they truly belong.
Applications from First Nations people, women at all levels, culturally and racially marginalised people, people with disability, neurotypical and neurodiverse people, LGBTQIA+ people, people with family and caring responsibilities and people at all stages of their careers are welcomed.
 
You make CDU. And we want you to be exactly who you are.  

Applications Close: Sunday 14th December 2025