• Exciting opportunity for an outstanding creative leader or academic to provide Indigenous leadership within the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
• Based at Camperdown Campus, Sydney, close to parks, public transport hubs and shopping districts
• Continuing full-time position with an attractive remuneration package

About the opportunity

This position has been designated for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people only under the provisions of section 126 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW). Should your application be progressed, your recruiter will be in touch to advise you on how to confirm Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander status.

With the introduction of the new University of Sydney Enterprise Agreement 2023-26, the University has committed to establishing and advertising new continuing teaching and research academic positions.

The University of Sydney welcomes applications for a Professor of Indigenous Cultural and Creative Industries (Teaching and Research) in the School of Art, Communication and English, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences.

The School of Art, Communication and English (SACE) is recognised nationally and internationally for its research strengths in literary studies, creative writing, performance, visual arts, art history, film studies, communication and media practice. The School has significant resources in terms of students, staff, and facilities for the production of a range of forms of culture, including television and video, podcasting, theatre making and artworks.

The Professor of Indigenous Cultural and Creative Industries role is designed for a recognised leader in the creative and cultural industries, or a senior academic within the areas for which SACE is recognised. The position will work closely with First Nations leadership within the university in order to drive priorities and achieve ambitions under the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment Plan 2022-2024 and the University's One Sydney, Many People Strategy currently being renewed. For more information, please view the following link.

Working across all SACE disciplines, this role focuses on providing guidance and leadership as to how the resources of the School can best be used to support decolonisation and First Nations sovereignty in Australia. The role will build strong connections with Indigenous communities and peak Indigenous creative organisations.

It may involve working on embedding First Nations histories, cultural protocols, Indigenous Cultural and Intellectual Property, and ways of doing, being and sharing knowledge into the Faculty’s curricula, and may also provide leadership for Indigenous-led research in the School.

The successful incumbent may be involved in leading school-based projects including curriculum revision, teaching, research and engagement and will play a key role in the development of a University First Nations’ creative plan.

As a leading authority within their industry or discipline and/or with an international reputation for excellence, the Professor of Indigenous Cultural and Creative Industries will contribute to the leadership and strategic direction of the university by participating in collegial governance and decision-making, fostering excellence, guiding academic staff and students, and actively contributing to research, scholarship, policy development, and innovation within and beyond the university.

About you

Applicants should demonstrate the following criteria, and include a response to each of the Selection Criteria as part of their application:

• Identify as Aboriginal and/ or Torres Strait Islander
• Deep knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultural and Creative Industries and practices
• A doctorate in any of the disciplines in the School (Art History, Creative Arts, Film Studies, Theatre and Performance Studies, English and Writing or Media and Communications), or equivalent professional experience in First Nations creative and cultural industries
• Recognised leadership in the cultural and creative industries and/or proven international standing for academic excellence demonstrated through original, innovative and distinguished contributions to scholarship and research
• Demonstrated community engagement and experience in leading impactful collaborations, projects and/or strategic initiatives
• Demonstrated leadership skills, including undertaking significant administrative and/or committee positions
• Desirable: an ability to coordinate and engage in high-quality teaching and learning experiences which meet the university’s expectations and standards for education.

Term and remuneration

Full-time, continuing position.

The successful candidate will be offered a competitive remuneration package commensurate with the responsibilities of the position and the candidate’s relevant experience and qualifications.

How to Apply

Applications (including a CV and cover letter outlining how your skills, capabilities and experience meet the requirements for the role) must be submitted via the link below. Please refer to the candidate information brochure for further details: Candidate Information Brochure.

For further information

For a copy of the candidate information brochure, a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or support filling out your application, please contact:

Andrew Norton

Managing Partner

[email protected], using the subject line: Professor of Indigenous Cultural and Creative Industries (Identified) enquiry via EthicalJobs.

1300 347 437 (Australia) or +61 3 9016 6000 (international)

The University has engaged executive search firm Fisher Leadership to assist with this appointment. The Fisher Leadership team will support the Selection Committee to identify the widest possible field of qualified candidates and to assess candidates against the requirements for the role.

Address for applications

To submit your application, please visit the Fisher Leadership website and apply online, quoting reference UOSpic0924.

Other

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Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

Visa sponsorship and relocation assistance will be provided if required.

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