Assistant Professor (A) – First Nations Health

Full time, Continuing Appointment

Reference number : 134344844

About the position

As Australia’s first private, not-for-profit university’, Bond University based in Robina on the Gold Coast seeks to be recognised internationally as a leading independent university, imbued with a spirit to innovate, a commitment to influence and a dedication to inspire tomorrow's professionals who share a personalised and transformational student experience.

• Excellent Career Opportunity for an Assistant Professor (Lecturer), First Nations Health
• Focus on First Nations Health and contribute to curriculum development, assessment, teaching, and research.
• Make a positive impact for our students in developing an understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health.
• Excellent Benefits available including relocation assistance for eligible candidates.

Join Australia’s top university for teaching

We have an excellent career opportunity for an  Assistant Professor A  First Nations Health to contribute to the teaching, coordination and organisation, resource development, student support, and assessment in the faculty wide First Nations Health Program. Assistant Professor A equates to Senior Lecturer level in public universities.

Bond University’s Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine has a multi-disciplinary base across a range of programs including Medicine, Biomedical and Health Sciences, Nutrition and Dietetic Practice, Exercise and Sports Science, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy and Healthcare Innovations. The University and the Faculty recognise the importance for our students in developing an understanding of First Nations health including a depth of understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health.

With the leadership of ProfessorShane Hearn, First Nations Health, this position will :

About the person

To be considered for this position :

Salary details

The salary for the position commences at $160,204 plus 11.5% superannuation per annum. Salary packaging options are available.

Additional information

Position related enquiries can be directed to Professor Shane Hearn, First Nations Health on [email protected] or 0417 653 491.

Application and submission details

For further details regarding this appointment, please reference the Position Description and Selection Criteria.

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Applications close : 11.59PM, Sunday 6 July 2025.

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