Continuing Full Time Appointment 
Teaching focused Academic Level B
Annual salary $116,429 – $137,659 pa + 17% superannuation and 6 weeks annual leave 
Casuarina Campus | Larrakia Country

Support the delivery of First Nations Culture and Health education through teaching, assessment development and marking, curriculum design, accreditation activities, resource preparation, professional development, and compliance with university policies and quality standards.

About the Position
As the Lecturer First Nations Culture and Health, you will support the development, delivery, and assessment of First Nations Culture and Health curriculum for Year 1 and 2 medical students, contributing to curriculum design, accreditation activities, resource development, and culturally responsive medical education within the CDU Menzies Medical Program.

About You
To be successful, you will require:

• Industry experience in a relevant health discipline OR a degree in a relevant field (e.g., Medicine, Nursing, Allied Health, Indigenous Studies, Public Health)
• Demonstrated expertise in First Nations culture, health, and community engagement.
• Demonstrated experience providing education and training either within a workplace setting or educational institution.
• Demonstrated high level interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills 
•  Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with proven organisational, time management and administrative skills to support course delivery.
• Competency with the Microsoft Office suite and capacity to become proficient in the CDU learning management system and other software applications relevant to the course
• Ability and willingness to contribute to unit/program resource and development within the context and requirements of a quality education provider

Charles Darwin University considers that being of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent is a genuine criterion for this role under relevant Anti-discrimination legislation.

Desirable competencies 

• Knowledge and experience using online learning systems and/or experience in developing learning and teaching curriculum and content.

Remuneration 
Appointment to this role will be at HE Academic Level B. The base salary will be in the range of $116,429 - $137,659 per annum. The total remuneration package will be in the range of $136,221 - $161,061 per annum, including 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
• Free on-campus parking in designated areas 
• 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 and relevant skills and experience 

For a confidential discussion about the position please contact Ian Lee on 08 •••• •683 or email ian••••@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 •••• •284 or peo•••••••••••@cdu.edu.au.

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.
 
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. 
 
Charles Darwin University is guided by our core values of Courage, Kindness, Openness, Innovation, and Leadership, which shape our daily actions and decisions. CDU is committed to being a safe and inclusive organisation for everyone.

As part of the Charles Darwin University’s commitment to providing a safe, respectful and rewarding workplace, and to meeting our legal obligations, we ask candidates to declare whether they have ever been investigated for an allegation of Gender Based Violence, or found to have engaged in conduct that constitutes Gender Based Violence, in any previous employment or through any legal process.

This information assists us to comply with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender Based Violence and will be considered when assessing a candidate’s suitability for employment, to help ensure the safety of our University community.

You make CDU. And we want you to be exactly who you are.  

Applications Close: Sunday 5th of July 2026.