Associate Dean (Indigenous Leadership and Engagement)

Acknowledgement of Country

UTS acknowledges that we are located on the lands of the Gadigal, Bidjigal and the Gamaygal. We would also like to pay respect to their Elders past and present acknowledging them as the traditional custodians of their lands.

At UTS, we’re changing the game. We’re on a journey to be the leading university of technology and we’re moving the world forward with our breakthroughs. We want bright minds and constantly curious people to help us make it happen. As a young university, our goal is to connect, collaborate and make an impact with purpose and passion.

About the role

We are seeking an outstanding Indigenous leader to join the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology as Associate Dean (Indigenous Leadership and Engagement).

The Associate Dean (Indigenous Leadership and Engagement) reports to the Dean and plays a pivotal leadership role within the Faculty and the wider UTS community. The position leads the development, implementation and monitoring of the Faculty’s Indigenous education, research and employment strategy and related initiatives, with the aim of maximising Indigenous engagement and success across the Faculty.

As the primary source of Indigenous strategic advice within the Faculty, you will advise the Dean and senior leadership on matters of Indigenous significance and work closely with the Pro Vice-Chancellor (Indigenous Leadership and Engagement) to ensure Faculty priorities align with university-wide Indigenous policy, strategy and key performance indicators.

Remuneration & Benefits

A competitive base salary will be offered to the chosen candidate. This role attracts 17% superannuation in addition to the base salary.

The position is full-time and will be made on a 5-year fixed-term basis.

We offer a comprehensive range of benefits designed to support professional growth, personal well-being, and work-life balance. With programs like Fitness Passport and on-campus health services, we prioritise physical and mental wellness. Employees enjoy access to leadership programs, promotional opportunities, alongside study time support. We also offer flexible working arrangements, generous leave entitlements, childcare support, and research grants, ensuring a balanced and enriching work environment.

Requirements

How to Apply

Please include the following in your application:

• Your current resume.

• A cover letter (maximum three pages) outlining your motivation for applying and addressing the following selection criteria:

• Demonstrated capacity to provide strategic and operational advice to the Dean, Faculty, PVC (Indigenous Leadership & Engagement), Committees and others as required.

• Demonstrated academic leadership experience in the context of Indigenous education and research.

• Demonstrated capacity to identify new opportunities and build collaborative relationships within the faculty, across UTS and externally to promote the faculty’s research/educational strengths with industry and community partners.

• Strong understanding of the challenges and professional, industry and community issues and trends in relation to Indigenous higher education.

• Experience in the progression of Indigenous strategic objectives within a complex and varying environment.

For information to assist you with compiling your 3 page cover-letter to answer the selection criteria, please visit Answering Selection Criteria.

Only those applications submitted via the UTS online recruitment system will be accepted. If you are a current UTS staff member, for help on how to apply through NEO please click here.

UTS is committed to diversity and inclusion in our workforce and we encourage applicants where relevant to include a relative to opportunity or career disruption/break statement within their CV.

Please ensure that the file name for each document submitted includes IRC347528 and your name.

For more details about the role or for specific enquiries or issues with your application, please direct them to Kyle Plant in the UTS Recruitment Team at recruitment@uts.edu.au.

Closing Date: Thursday 22nd October 2026 at 11.59pm (AEST)

Applicants must have current and valid work rights in Australia.

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UTS is recognised widely as supporting inclusivity and diversity through our Wingara Indigenous Employment Strategy, Social Impact Framework and UTS Access and Inclusion Plan. Cited as a WGEA Employer of Choice since the inception of the award, we were among the first Australian institutions to receive the Athena SWAN Bronze Accreditation for our commitment to action addressing gender equity in the STEMM disciplines.