Principal Project Officer

• Faculty of Science

• Full-time fixed-term position for up to 2 years

• Base salary will be in the range $102, $111, % Superannuation (HEW Level 7)

• Based across our St Lucia Campus and Gatton Campus

About This Opportunity 

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented professional to lead an exciting academic transition program for high school students and new international students entering UQ Science programs. In this role, you will collaborate closely with the project team to design and deliver innovative strategies that help students succeed as they transition into university. The position supports students at both the St Lucia and Gatton campuses, with some travel between sites.

You will join the Academic Services Management team, a dynamic and dedicated group within the Faculty of Science at UQ, responsible for providing comprehensive assistance to students—from admission through to graduation—and collaborates closely with academic staff to enhance the delivery of teaching activities.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Research and Strategy: Identify global best-practice university-transition initiatives and provide recommendations to inform project planning and evidence-based strategies.

• Program Design and Delivery: Develop resources, deliver workshops, and implement activities that support high school students' transition into university science programs.

• Integration and Evaluation: Work with academic staff to embed strategies into existing systems and monitor and evaluate their effectiveness.

• Project Coordination and Stakeholder Engagement: Manage project milestones, resources, and risks, while ensuring clear communication and collaboration across the faculty.

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 and 17.5% annual leave loading

• Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options, flexible hours, purchased leave, and condensed fortnights

• Health and wellness support, including fitness passport access, free annual flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and Employee Assistance Program access for staff and immediate family

• Professional development opportunities through UQ Study for Staff

• On-campus childcare and affordable parking (from just $6.15/day)

• Salary packaging options

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Psychology, Sociology, STEM, or a related field with at least 4 years subsequent relevant experience and/or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or training

• Demonstrated experience coordinating or supporting projects of similar scale and scope, preferably in an education or student engagement context.

• Strong organisational and time management skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to summarise research findings clearly and communicate with diverse audiences.

• Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

• Possession of or the ability to obtain a Blue Card

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia and Blue Card check.

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.

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Ms Julie Baglot at  

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

We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload:

• Resume

• A cover letter summarising how your background aligns with the 'About You' section

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. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact

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 10 September 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R