Acknowledgement of Traditional Owners
The Queensland University of Technology (QUT) acknowledges the Turrbal and Yugara, as the First Nations owners of the lands where QUT now stands. We pay respects to their Elders, lores, customs and creation spirits. We recognise that these lands have always been places of teaching, research and learning. QUT acknowledges the important role Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people play within the QUT community.
‘As an Indigenous Australian academic at QUT, I have found the support and community here to be truly exceptional. The opportunity to engage with other Indigenous Australian scholars and students in a culturally safe space has fostered a deep sense of belonging and motivation. QUT’s commitment to Indigenous excellence is not just a statement but a lived reality.'
Senior lecturer in Indigenous medical education
Indigenous Australian perspective
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See yourself at QUT
Employment opportunities
You can view the wide range of academic and professional roles on the QUT Careers website, including targeted employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Application process and support
Ready to apply? Click the ‘Begin’ button in the job ad on our website to be directed to our online application portal.
Our How-to-Apply page has more information about preparing your application.
If you would like to be added to our Indigenous Australian Talent Network to hear about upcoming roles, please send your details to the QUT Indigenous Australian Employment Partner.
Benefits of a career at QUT
There are plenty of benefits to a career at QUT.
Cultural support
- QUT’s Deputy Vice-Chancellor Indigenous Australians, Professor Wesley Enoch, leads the university's involvement with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, staff, researchers and alumni, as well as the wider Indigenous community.
- Cultural and Ceremonial Leave of up to five days per year for Indigenous Australian staff.
- Coffee and yarning, informal monthly catchups with Indigenous Australian staff members over coffee or lunch.
- Message Stick - a monthly e-newsletter for all Indigenous Australian staff.
- Opportunities to participate in cultural events and activities both on campus and in the community.
Wellbeing
- Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with opportunity for hybrid work arrangements for applicable positions.
- Competitive salary and benefits, with up to 17 percent employer superannuation contributions.
- Discounted private health insurance with Bupa and Medibank Private.
- Discounted membership to on-campus gyms, pools and Fitness Passport program.
- Employee Assistance Program, a confidential counselling service, that includes iCare (Indigenous Cultural Assist and Response for Employees).
Campus facilities and resources
- Dedicated Indigenous Australian cultural spaces across both our Gardens Point and Kelvin Grove campuses.
- Our Campus to Country strategy connects our built environment to Country.
Career development
- Numerous opportunities for professional development including leadership programs, workshops and certifications including our study assistance scheme.
- Comprehensive support for Indigenous Australian academics, including writing retreats, workshops, seminars and grant application assistance.
- Invitations to attend professional and academic events and conferences for Indigenous Australians.
Our commitment
As a university, we are dedicated to cultivating an environment that is culturally safe and supportive for Indigenous Australians.
Our commitment is captured in both the QUT Indigenous Australian Employment Strategy and Enterprise Agreements.
We deeply value the wealth of cultural knowledge, expertise and perspectives that our Indigenous Australian staff bring to their various professional, research and teaching roles, enriching the intellectual and cultural depth of our university and its community.
QUT takes pride in providing Indigenous Australians with career opportunities which support and develop their personal and professional aspirations.
Meet our people
'I have worked at QUT for more than 10 years, and the opportunity to give back to community as we continue to grow the number of mob completing tertiary studies has been incredibly rewarding. The supportive culture, opportunities for growth and commitment to making a real difference have made every day fulfilling.'
Indigenous Australian senior student success coach, Oodgeroo Unit
Empowering Indigenous Australian professional staff at QUT (PDF file, 1.0 MB)
Indigenous Australian Employment Strategy 2023-2027
Our strategy presents a vision for QUT as an attractive and culturally affirming employment destination for Indigenous Australians that supports and develops their personal and professional aspirations.
To achieve our goal, we have five focus areas: workplace culture and environment; wellbeing and engagement; attraction and recruitment; development and support; and, strategy and leadership.
Workplace culture and environment
Provide culturally safe, inclusive and rewarding work environments
Wellbeing and engagement
Promote Indigenous Australian staff wellbeing and connection.
Attraction and recruitment
Increase representation of Indigenous Australian staff across the university.
Development and support
Support Indigenous Australian staff through career development opportunities.
Strategy and leadership
Build organisational capability to support Indigenous Australian excellence and success.
QUT’s Indigenous Australian Employment Strategy (IAES) sets out the university’s commitment to increasing employment and development opportunities for Indigenous Australians at QUT. The IAES plays a critical role in creating necessary conditions within our university to enable Indigenous Australians to achieve excellence and success.
The IAES capitalises on the progress QUT has already made, and outlines actions the university will take now and into the future to deliver our vision.
View the Indigenous Australian Employment Strategy (PDF file, 555.6 KB)
Stay in touch
We aim to provide candidates with an application experience that is culturally safe and supportive.
Considering a career at QUT? Contact our Indigenous Australian Employment Coordinator to find out more about what it's like working with us, and what to expect from our application process.