Deputy Director of Indigenous Medical Education

Role type: Full Time; Continuing
Faculty: Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences
Department: Department of Medical Education
Salary: Level B $124,656 - $148,023 p.a. plus 17% super
Shape Indigenous medical education across Melbourne’s Doctor of Medicine program through curriculum innovation, meaningful partnerships and culturally safe practice to improve First Nations health outcomes.
Apply now to drive strategic curriculum leadership, evidence-informed teaching and meaningful community engagement in one of Australia’s leading medical schools.
Investing in you – 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.
Only Indigenous Australians are eligible to apply as these positions are exempt under the Special Measure Provision, Section 12 (1) of the Equal Opportunity Act 2011 (Vic).
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Your next career opportunity
Help shape the next generation of doctors through leadership in Indigenous medical education. You will guide curriculum innovation, assessment and community engagement initiatives that advance culturally safe practice and contribute to improved First Nations health outcomes.
What you will deliver:
Provide leadership for the development and delivery of First Nations health education across the Doctor of Medicine program, ensuring alignment with learning outcomes, curriculum priorities and accreditation requirements.
Drive the design and continuous improvement of culturally safe, evidence-informed learning and assessment practices, including innovative teaching resources, placements and digital learning experiences.
Support and enable high-performing teams and partnerships, fostering collaboration across academic, clinical and community settings to achieve impactful educational outcomes.
Strengthen engagement with First Nations communities and health organisations, ensuring Indigenous knowledges, perspectives and priorities inform curriculum, educational practice and quality improvement activities.
You may be a great fit if you:
Hold a tertiary qualification in health, education, public health or an equivalent combination of training.
Bring experience in health professional education, with expertise in curriculum design, assessment and educational quality improvement in a tertiary or healthcare setting.
Demonstrate leadership and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence practice, support teams and work effectively across complex organisational environments.
Build strong and respectful relationships with diverse stakeholders, including First Nations communities, health services, academic colleagues and partner organisations.
Have a strong understanding of First Nations health, cultural safety and health equity, together with a commitment to improving outcomes for First Nations peoples through education.
For further information please refer to the attached PD.
What we offer you!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including:
Build future financial security with 17% superannuation
Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning
Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave
Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company
Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program
For more information check out our benefits page!
Your new team – “The Wurru Wurru Health Unit”
At the Wurru Wurru Health Unit, we are shaping the future of medical education. Through partnerships with First Nations communities, clinicians and educators we lead the design and delivery of First Nations health education that prepares future doctors to provide culturally safe, responsive and equitable care.
As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to influence one of Australia's leading medical programs, contribute to sector-leading curriculum innovation, and work alongside passionate colleagues dedicated to advancing First Nations health and educational excellence.
Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. The diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb.
We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. Learn more about how we support an accessible recruitment process.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Visit our Indigenous staff page to learn more about our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at korin-korin@unimelb.edu.au.
Application essentials:
Visit "apply with us" to learn more about the our recruitment process, including application tips and FAQs.
You must have current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
A valid Working with Children Check is required for all positions. If successful, we will guide you through the process and reimburse you.
Please submit:
A current resume (CV)
A cover letter outlining your interest in the role and relevant experience
Your responses to the selection criteria, found in the position description. Learn more about responding to Selection Criteria
Want to know more?
For queries related to this specific position, contact Dr Bridie Hofstee at b.hofstee@unimelb.edu.au
For questions related to our recruitment process, contact Walid at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au
For recruitment adjustments, contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments').
Apply today and join a community that’s shaping the future.
Applications close: 8 November 2026 11:55 PM; AEDT.
Position Description:
JR-018456 Deputy Director of Indigenous Medical Education PD.docx
JR-018456 Deputy Director of Indigenous Medical Education PD.pdf