• The First Nations Cancer and Wellbeing Research Program within the School of Public Health

• Full-time or part-time (minimum 0.7 FTE), fixed-term position for up to 3 years

• Base salary will be in the range $89,861 - $96,402 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 6)

• Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply.

• Based at our Herston Campus

About This Opportunity 

Are you an organised and proactive professional with a passion for project management and executive support? We are seeking a Senior Officer, Research Projects & Admin to provide critical coordination and administrative support to the First Nations Cancer and Wellbeing Research Program (FNCWR) lead and drive the success of diverse, impactful projects. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to meaningful initiatives, manage stakeholder engagement, and ensure smooth day-to-day operations in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the project delivery cycle, including planning, monitoring, and evaluation to ensure successful outcomes.

• Provide administrative support, including tracking project milestones, preparing reports, and managing key deliverables.

• Oversee the Program Lead's schedule, correspondence, and travel arrangements to ensure seamless operations.

• Facilitate stakeholder engagement by managing communication and supporting collaboration across key contacts.

• Deliver secretariat support, including organising meetings, drafting documents, and maintaining accurate records.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:

• Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave

• 17% superannuation contributions

• 17.5% annual leave loading

• Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight

• Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family

• UQ Study for Staff

• Affordable parking (from just $5.75 a day)

• Salary packaging options

About You

• Relevant degree or equivalent experience in coordinating activities and administration.

• Proven experience in project coordination, executive support, and stakeholder engagement.

• Strong time management skills to prioritise tasks within tight deadlines.

• Advanced written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Familiarity with tertiary research support systems or ability to adapt quickly.

• Knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health is an advantage.

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia/

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

Questions? 

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Professor Gail Garvey. For application queries, please contact [email protected] stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line. 
 

Want to Apply? 

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

• Cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section  

• Resume 

Other Information 

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 don’t 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're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to [email protected] for accessibility support or adjustments.

Applications close Monday 13th January 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-46179). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for Wednesday 22nd January 2025.

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