
Manager, Projects
7 days ago
School of Public Health
Full-time (100%), fixed-term position for up to 3 years
Base salary will be in the range $115,645 - $129, % Superannuation (HEW Level 8)
Based at our Herston Campus
Join a passionate First Nations-led research team dedicated to improving cancer outcomes and the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. As Project Manager, you will play a pivotal role in delivering multiple research projects from initiation to completion within the First Nations Cancer and Wellbeing Research (FNCWR) program.
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to transformative, community-driven health research, working alongside multidisciplinary experts and stakeholders across academia, government, and community organisations. You will oversee all stages of the project life cycle, from planning and stakeholder engagement to governance, reporting, and evaluation, ensuring outcomes are delivered on time, within scope, and to the highest standard.
Key responsibilities will include:
Coordinate the planning, implementation, and day-to-day management of multiple research projects, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives, timelines, and deliverables.
Track progress against milestones and performance indicators, prepare high-quality reports for internal and external stakeholders, and manage project risks and issues.
Develop and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, academic leaders, industry partners, and government agencies.
Support governance processes, ethics approvals, and funding requirements while overseeing budgets, procurement, and contract negotiations.
Contribute to the refinement of project management frameworks, systems, and processes to enhance research delivery and impact.
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
17.5% annual leave loading
Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options andflexible start/finish times.
Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family
UQ Study for Staff
Affordable parking (from just $6.15 a day)
Salary packaging options
Postgraduate qualifications or progress towards postgraduate qualifications and extensive relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education.
Demonstrated success in managing, monitoring and externally reporting on medium to large research projects.
High‑level interpersonal, liaison and negotiation skills to build and maintain strong collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders.
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities, meet tight deadlines and maintain attention to detail across multiple projects.
Proven high‑level written and verbal communication skills, adaptable to a range of audiences and contexts.
Experience coordinating project teams, including staff allocation, performance management and professional development.
Knowledge and experience in facilitating contract discussions and managing related processes.
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. The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including right to work in Australia, criminal check and education check.
Questions?For more information about this opportunity, please contact Professor Gail Garvey or Dr Sara Gollschewski.
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
Other InformationUQ 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 Sunday 28 September 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for 7 October 2025.
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