Lecturer in Rural and Remote Health (Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Health)

About the role

This identified position offers an exciting opportunity for an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander academic to contribute to excellence in teaching and learning within the College of Medicine and Public Health. Based at the Mt Gambier campus, the Lecturer will play a key role in delivering culturally informed education in the Medicine (MD) Program and supporting multidisciplinary placement education. The role focuses on creating engaging learning experiences, fostering student success, and strengthening community connections to ensure culturally safe and responsive programs. Delivering high-quality teaching and curriculum development with a focus on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health topics. Supporting student learning through academic counselling, innovative teaching practices, and use of educational technologies. Building and maintaining strong relationships with local communities to enhance cultural safety and engagement. Contributing to College activities, professional development, and community service initiatives. This position makes a significant contribution to the University's strategic plan to changing 10 million lives, Every One Matters, by 2035 through directly contributing to the strategic driver of being student‑centred and delivering research and education that matters, particularly in advancing culturally safe Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health outcomes in rural and remote communities. The filling of this position is intended to constitute a special/equal opportunity measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth), and section 65 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (SA). The position is therefore only open to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people. The successful candidate will be required to provide Confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent. About You You are an experienced educator who is passionate about improving health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. You bring cultural knowledge, strong teaching expertise, and a commitment to student success in rural and remote settings. Identification as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, with cultural recognition and understanding of Indigenous health issues. Significant experience in tertiary-level teaching and curriculum development, with a student-centred approach. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to engage with communities and stakeholders. Familiarity with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health and social determinants, plus capability to innovate in teaching delivery and technologies. Life at Flinders We're transforming and investing in people and facilities to create contemporary, stimulating, and satisfying learning and work environments that reflect our core values of excellence, innovation, courage, and integrity. Flinders is refocusing its strategic priorities with the aim of elevating its performance to be a top ten Australian university, and amongst the top 1% in the world. Reaching beyond the limits of buildings, borders, and backgrounds, ours is an inclusive culture that believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all. We don't just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them. So, why work at Flinders? 17% Superannuation + salary packaging options Flexible working arrangements Wide range of professional development activities and services We embrace diversity and promote equity and inclusion for all students and staff Our Commitment to Reconciliation and Indigenous Employment Flinders University is proud to be an organisation that is committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan and Indigenous