• School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Work

• Full-time (100%), fixed-term position through to December 2027

• Base salary will be in the range $120,317 - $134,893 + 17% super (HEW Level 8).

• Based at our Herston Campus.

About This Opportunity

The Research Manager works closely with Chief Investigators and multidisciplinary research teams to identify, develop, implement and continuously improve outcomes across the infection prevention and control research program, REBUILD. Operating within a highly collaborative, purpose-driven environment, you will provide strategic research management, project leadership and operational oversight to support high-impact research translation and meaningful outcomes for healthcare systems and communities. As part of a globally recognised university committed to creating change together, you will work with researchers, clinicians, consumers and end-users to deliver innovative and impactful research programs.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Leading the planning, development, implementation and delivery of complex infection prevention and control research projects across multiple stages of the research lifecycle.

• Providing high-level project management support for research activities, including grants, contracts, reporting, budget planning and stakeholder engagement.

• Managing research personnel, project timelines, quality assurance activities and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure successful project outcomes.

• Supporting researchers with research governance requirements, including ethics, research integrity, conflicts of interest, compliance and financial management.

About You

• Postgraduate qualifications or extensive research management experience within the tertiary education, health, research or related sectors; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

• Demonstrated ability to develop, coordinate and manage complex research projects within multidisciplinary environments.

• Proven experience working with senior stakeholders, industry partners, consumer groups and end-users to advance research outcomes.

• Strong leadership capability with experience managing, mentoring and developing staff within a collaborative research environment.

• Exceptional writing, editing and communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex information clearly and effectively to diverse audiences.

• Demonstrated experience managing research grants, contracts, budgets, reporting obligations and associated governance requirements.

• Advanced knowledge of infection prevention and control and experience working within large, geographically dispersed research teams.

• A demonstrated commitment to the highest standards of research integrity, ethics, quality, workplace health and safety, and continuous improvement.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, working together to create a better world. Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available.

Enjoy up to 26 weeks paid parental and primary care leave, 17% super, 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, and salary packaging.

Interested?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Jessica Schults j.schults@uq.edu.au.

For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.

When you apply, please ensure you upload a resume and cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section.

Please note that applications received via email will not be accepted.

Other Information

Pre-employment checks may include: verification of the right to work in Australia, qualifications, professional registration (e.g. AHPRA), criminal history checks, mandatory immunisations, First Aid and/or CPR certification, and Blue Card checks. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.

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

AHPRA Registration: It is a requirement of this position that the incumbent holds and maintains full AHPRA registration.

We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ, and encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criteria but can demonstrate their potential relative to opportunity. We’re also happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process. Just let us know how we can help by emailing talent@uq.edu.au or calling +61 7 3365 2623.

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Applications close Sunday 6 September 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-68043).