About This Opportunity
The Malcolm Broomhead Chair in Finance is a prestigious flagship appointment, made possible through the generous support of distinguished UQ alumnus Mr Malcolm Broomhead AO.The Chairrepresentsa significant strategic investment in advancing theSchool’sglobal leadership in finance research and education.
At the forefront of the discipline, the successful appointee will bring an ambitious and future-focused vision for finance, driving excellence across a broad and inclusive research agenda. Open to all areas of finance, the role offers the scope to strengthen established capabilities while building strategic distinction in emerging and high-impact areas.
Working closely with Faculty and School leadership, the Chair will elevate the visibility, impact and cohesion of financeat UQbyattracting and developing high-performing academic talent, fostering a vibrant and globally connected research culture, strengthening industry and international partnerships, and enhancing high-quality teaching across undergraduate, postgraduate, and executiveeducationprograms.
For more information about this opportunity, pleaseview the booklet here.
About You
We areseekinga globally recognised, forward-thinking academic leader to take on this flagship role. You will hold a PhD in Finance, Economics, or a closely related discipline, and bring a distinguished and sustained record of publishing in top-tier journals. Yourtrack recordwill reflect not only research excellence, but also the ability to secure competitive funding and lead high-impact research initiatives that shape the global finance landscape.
Beyond your scholarly achievements, you are an inspiring and inclusive leader who is energised by developing people and ideas. You are deeply committed to teaching excellence and bring a strong record of supervising Higher Degree by Research candidates to successful completion. Through your mentorship, you cultivate talent, elevate performance, and help build a thriving, high-achieving academic community.
You are also highly adept at translating academic insight into real-world impact — building meaningful partnerships with industry, government, and professional bodies. Witha strong senseof academic citizenship, you contribute thoughtfully to governance and play an active role in shaping a collaborative, values-driven culture.
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 teachingremainsour students, and their experience with us sets a foundation for success far beyond graduation. UQ has made acommitmentto 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.
Interested?
Ifyou’dlike to have a confidential discussion, please contactCaylee-Jade Eveviatalent@uq.edu.au.
When you apply, pleaseensure you uploadaresume, alongside a cover lettersummarisinghow yourbackground aligns to the ‘About You’ section in the attached booklet.
Other Information
Pre-employmentchecks mayinclude:verification of the right to work in Australia, qualifications, criminal history checks.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 inAustralia’s Sunshine State here.
We'rededicated toequity, diversity, and inclusion. Werecognise that career pathways and opportunitiesdiffer, andencourage applications from candidates who may not meet everycriteriabut candemonstratetheir potentialrelativeto opportunity.
We’realso happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process. Just let us know how we can help by emailingtalent@uq.edu.auor calling +61 7 3365 2623.
Applications close9thAugust 2026at 11.00pm AEST (R-66172).
