Reporting to Pro Vice Chancellor, Indigenous Education, the Professor, Indigenous Learning and Teaching will provide senior academic leadership in Indigenous learning and teaching, prioritising the development and implementation of the new Indigenous Common Core course as a key pillar of the University’s Indigenous Academic Strategy, in alignment with the University’s Indigenous Strategic Plan. This position will provide a senior Indigenous academic perspective to the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of high-quality Indigenous Learning and Teaching strategies including the Indigenisation of curriculum across undergraduate and postgraduate courses. 

The path to Adelaide University

Opening the doors to students in 2026, Adelaide University is transforming education for contemporary learners and global citizens. Building on a proud legacy and shaped by bold ambition, it is a place of excellence and equity, where a vibrant community of staff united by purpose are building a university that inspires Australia’s future change-makers and leads to a better tomorrow.  With values of Trust, Inclusivity, Ambition, Respect, and Discovery at the heart of everything they do, Adelaide University is committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative culture where everyone feels genuinely valued and empowered to thrive.

We value workplace diversity and are committed to providing a supportive, inclusive, and respectful work environment for all people. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, women, members of the LGBTIQ+ community, people of culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disability.  

Key requirements

• A commitment to ongoing learning, demonstrated by a ​PhD​, ​in the relevant discipline, with advanced foundational discipline-based research and a national and international record of achievement

• Proven leadership experience in Indigenous learning and teaching

• Proven experience in leading a team capable of developing curriculum and strategic initiatives

• Strong ability to build and support productive relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders

• Demonstrated innovation in teaching methodologies and academic excellence. 

• Experience in strategic planning and managing complex projects effectively

• Commitment to enhancing student support, engagement, and overall success 

• Ability to foster research-based and evidence-based learning activities within an academic setting