Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology Full-time (100%), permanent position UQ’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (Indigenous) Academic Pathway Program Academic level: Available from Level A to E commensurate with academic skills and experience Identified (s105): Position open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates only Based at our St Lucia Campus The University of Queensland’s (UQ) Strategic Plan, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment Strategy and Reconciliation Action Plan place priority on increasing the number and representation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people amongst the staff and students at the University. Accordingly, the Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology now invites Expressions of Interest from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander academics for appointment to teaching and/or research positions within one or more of the Schools or Centres within the Faculty. This is a full-time (100%), continuing position. The Schools in the Faculty of EAIT: Architecture, Design and Planning Chemical Engineering Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Mechanical and Mining Engineering The possibility also exists for appointments to one of the Institutes/Centres in the Faculty; Sustainable Minerals Institute Australian Centre for Water and Environmental Biotechnology Gas & Energy Transition Research Centre About This Opportunity UQ’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (Indigenous) Academic Pathway Program aims to build and develop academic capability through an individualised program structure specifically designed to develop the necessary skills to succeed in an academic role and provide career support through training and mentorship in the candidate’s field of study or research. At UQ, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are supported to fill their cultural responsibilities, with access to 8 additional days (pro-rata) of paid Cultural Leave annually. Indigenous employees are encouraged to access the UQ Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Staff Network with a variety of significant events held throughout the year. Applicants selected for interview following the Expression of Interest will be provided with a detailed duty statement tailored to the specific academic position and organisational unit within the Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology that best matches their area of expertise and level of qualifications and experience. Expressions of Interest are invited at all Academic Levels from Associate Lecturer (Level A) to Professor (Level E). Candidates may be offered either a Teaching and Research or Teaching Focussed Academic permanent position. The key responsibilities as an Academic at UQ are outlined in the Appointment Booklet. As part of our commitment to excellence in research and professional practice in academic contexts, we are proud to provide our staff with access to world-class facilities and equipment, grant writing support, greater research funding opportunities, and other forms of staff support and development. The greater benefits of joining the UQ community are broad: from being part of a Group of Eight university, to recognition of prior service with other Australian universities, up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, flexible working arrangements including hybrid on site/WFH options and flexible start/finish times, and genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process. The University of Queensland considers that the filling of this position constitutes an equal opportunity measure under s105 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991(Qld) and under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth). The position is therefore only open to Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people and the successful candidate will be required to provide evidence to confirm that they are an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. We are seeking expressions of interest from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people who possess a degree, and/or four (4) years of tertiary study and/or a PhD or other postgraduate qualification, in a relevant engineering discipline (preferred) or related qualification suitable to underpin an academic career in the Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology. Candidates who hold strong interpersonal, communication, and collaborative skills will be highly regarded for appointment to the appropriate academic level. Demonstrated leadership skills will be required for appointments at Level D or E. If you feel that you meet some, but not all the selection criteria, please reach out for a confidential chat. UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who do not meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role. We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We are dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. 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