Expressions of Interest - Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples

Open 36d posting dated 2 weeks ago
  • Various HEW and Academic level appointments

  • Fixed term, continuing or casual positions

  • Expression of Interest (Identified s105 &s25) only open to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples

  • UQ Reference R-17361

The University of Queensland (UQ) acknowledges the Traditional Owners and their custodianship of the lands on which UQ operates. We pay our respects to their Ancestors and their descendants, who continue cultural and spiritual connections to Country. We recognise their valuable contributions to Australian and global society.

Expression of Interest

Expressions of interest (EOI) are invited from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples seeking a professional or academic career in any field across UQ. The career opportunities across UQ are limitless and spanning almost every field of work, from art curation to marketing and communication, to marine biology, to accounting, to rocket science. UQ also has a range of generalist career opportunities including student administration, finance, executive and research support, and project officers.

This is an open EOI and unless otherwise requested, we will keep your details on file to consider for our future opportunities, for which we may be in contact. We recommend that you continue to review our careers page for our latest opportunities and apply directly for positions you wish to be considered for via https://careers.uq.edu.au/.

Our Commitment

UQ is committed to ongoing employment, career development and retention of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples in all roles at UQ.

This commitment is guided by three objectives:

Grow – position UQ as an employer of choice for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples across all levels and areas of the University.
Develop – provide access to career development opportunities for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander staff.
Respect – foster a workplace that values the contributions and positive impact of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander staff

Eligibility

  • The filling of positions through this EOI are intended to constitute a special/equal opportunity measure under s105 of the Anti- Discrimination Act 1991(Qld) and section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth).

  • Further, UQ considers that being Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander may be a genuine occupational requirement for appointments to positions through this EOI under s25 of the Anti- Discrimination Act 1991(Qld) and constitute a special/equal opportunity measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth).

Therefore, this EOI is only open to Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Successful candidates who are offered employment will be required to provide evidence to confirm that they are an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.

What We Can Offer

As part of the UQ community, you will work alongside bright minds from around the world, united by a shared commitment to creating a better world. Excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued, and staff are supported through a wide range of benefits, including up to 26 weeks paid parental and primary care leave, 17% superannuation, 17.5% leave loading, flexible and hybrid working options, health and wellbeing programs, a heavily discounted Study for Staff program, on‑campus childcare, affordable parking, salary packaging, and cultural leave.


UQ is committed to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ learning, discovery and engagement, and to playing a leading role in reconciliation in Australia. Guided by our Strategic Plan, Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment Strategy, we work in partnership with communities to embed reconciliation across our operations. You will be supported to connect with vibrant staff networks, including the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Staff Network, and your cultural identity will be respected, valued and embraced.

How to apply

To submit your EOI, you must supply the following documentation:

  • Resume/CV

  • Cover letter outlining your experience, career objectives and interest in working at UQ, along with your preferred role types and salary expectation.

Please note that you will be asked to add all documents into the one upload box labelled ‘resume’, which is step one of the application form.

Selection process

The EOI applicant pool is monitored by the Indigenous Employment team. Your submission will be assessed, and you may be contacted should a suitable employment opportunity arise that aligns with your skills and experience.

To discuss this EOI or the application process, please email indigenous_employment@uq.edu.au.

Other Information

Work Rights: You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.


Pre-employment checks may include: verification of the right to work in Australia, criminal history or education checks. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.