Professor / Associate Professor of Indigenous Health (Identified Indigenous Role)

• Continuing, full-time academic role at Level D/E
• Campbelltown campus with flexible working arrangements
• Salary:
  • Level D: $179,822 – $197,660 per annum, plus 17% Super and Leave Loading
  • Level E: $230,375 – $238,446 per annum, plus 17% Super and Leave Loading.

This is an identified position and applicants must be an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Person. Being an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person is a genuine occupational qualification as authorised under Section 14(D) of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.

The Opportunity

Lead Indigenous health learning that strengthens communities and shapes the next generation of medical graduates.

Western Sydney University is seeking an Indigenous academic leader to advance Indigenous health education, scholarship and partnerships within the School of Medicine. This continuing position will play a pivotal role in strengthening the foundations of culturally safe medical education across the Doctor of Medicine program and related health programs.

As Professor / Associate Professor of Indigenous Health, you will lead the design, renewal and delivery of Indigenous health curriculum as a longitudinal theme across all years of the medical program. You will ensure alignment with accreditation expectations and work closely with academic and professional colleagues to deliver high quality learning experiences. This includes teaching, assessment, supervision and mentoring to support student learning and success, with a specific focus on supporting Indigenous medical students.

The position also carries significant responsibility for building and sustaining respectful partnerships with Indigenous communities, Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations and related stakeholders. You will provide academic leadership for placements, community‑engaged learning, and initiatives that strengthen student and alumni connection. Travel across the School’s metropolitan, regional and rural footprint will be required to support partnerships and program delivery.

You will lead a program of Indigenous health scholarship that is ethical, community‑aligned and contributes to improved health outcomes. This includes supervising HDR candidates, building collaborative research relationships and contributing to School and University governance, with strong alignment to Western’s Indigenous Strategy and community priorities.

What Success Looks Like:

• Indigenous health integrated coherently and confidently across the medical curriculum.
• Strong, reciprocal partnerships with Indigenous communities and organisations across NSW.
• High quality learning activities, assessment and student support delivered across the School’s programs.
• Active, community‑aligned Indigenous health research producing meaningful outcomes.
• Culturally safe leadership that supports staff capability, student success and Indigenous workforce development.

Please refer to the Position Description for full details.

About You

• You are an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.
• Demonstrated leadership in Indigenous health teaching, curriculum integration and culturally safe practice.
• A doctoral qualification or equivalent standing in Indigenous health, health professions education, primary care or a related field.
• A strong record of Indigenous health scholarship and community‑engaged work.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor students and colleagues and build collaborative, trust‑based partnerships.

Benefits
We invest in the people who make our mission possible. Beyond a rewarding career, we offer a suite of benefits designed to support your physical, financial, and family wellbeing:

• Fitness Passport: Access hundreds of gyms and pools across the state through salary-packaging options.
• Onsite Childcare: Convenient facilities with exclusive staff discounts and salary packaging options.
• Financial Benefits: Salary sacrifice options for onsite parking and novated motor vehicle leasing,
• Holistic Support: Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) along with discounted retail and private health cover.

Application Details

• Position Enquiries: Direct to 
• Professor Sarah Lewis, Executive Dean, Faculty of Health via [email protected] Please include the job reference code REF1139L. 
• Closing Date: 11:59pm, 29 April 2026.
• Working Rights: You must provide evidence of full-time working rights in Australia at application.
• How to Apply: Please note that only applications submitted via the University’s online recruitment system will be considered.

Belonging at Western
We are committed to substantive equality as outlined in our Equal Opportunity Policy. We actively encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, candidates of all gender identities and expressions, people of all abilities, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

For Reasonable Adjustments during the application process, please contact [email protected].

About Western
This is your opportunity to be part of something bigger. By joining Western Sydney University, you become a valued member of our community. As our region changes, so too does our university. Western is boldly different, energetic, global, diverse, dynamic, and youthful.

Our mission is to deliver student success, impactful research, and stronger communities. As part of our team, you will have a stake in shaping the future of education, broadening horizons, and changing lives. Making a difference starts at Western.

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