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, and within an environment where interdisciplinary collaborations are encouraged.
At the core of our teaching remains our students, and their experience with us sets a foundation for success far beyond graduation. UQ has made a commitment to making education opportunities available for all Queenslanders, regardless of personal, financial, or geographical barriers.
As part of our commitment to excellence in research and professional practice in academic contexts, we are proud to provide our staff with access to world-class facilities and equipment, grant writing support, greater research funding opportunities, and other forms of staff support and development.
The greater benefits of joining the UQ community are broad: from being part of a Group of Eight university, to recognition of prior service with other Australian universities, up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, flexible working arrangements including hybrid on site/WFH options and flexible start/finish times, access to exclusive internal-only vacancies, and genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process.
About You
Completion of a PhD in a relevant discipline
An established research profile in Biomedical Sciences with national recognition and a developing international profile
A strong record of publishing in reputable refereed journals and presenting at conferences
Demonstrated experience seeking, obtaining and managing external research funding (commensurate with opportunity)
Experience delivering high-quality teaching across undergraduate, Honours and postgraduate settings
A track record of curriculum development, course coordination and continuous innovation in teaching
A growing record of supervision of Honours and Higher Degree by Research students to successful completion
A growing record of meaningful internal service roles and contributions to external academic or professional activities
In addition to the above, an appointment at Level C will require evidence of an established international research profile, successful leadership of competitive research funding, supervisory leadership of HDR students, and significant contributions to academic leadership and service.
Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks, which may include verification of the right to work in Australia & qualifications. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.
Relocating from interstate or overseas? We may support you with obtaining employer-sponsored work rights and a relocation support package. You can find out more about life in Australia’s Sunshine State here.
Questions?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Talent Acquisition Advisor, Maddy Flaherty at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.
Want to Apply?
We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload:
Our strength 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, particularly from Australia’s First Nations Peoples. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact talent@uq.edu.au.
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.
Applications close Wednesday 11th February 2026at 11.00pm AEST (R-60354).
