Associate Professor

2 days ago


Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Central Queensland University Full time $162,670 - $177,898
About this Opportunity
  • Continuing, Full-Time
  • School of Engineering and Technology
  • CQUniversity Brisbane or Sydney (Relocation support available)
  • Total Remuneration $192,505 to $210,526 pa (including salary of $162,670 to $177,898 plus 17% superannuation and leave loading)

Join an organisation with an unbreakable belief that quality education, training and research should be available to everyone – regardless of background, location or life circumstances.

Working at CQUniversity

At CQUniversity, we believe in delivering education and research that creates real-world impact. We are seeking an accomplished academic to join our School of Engineering and Technology, College of Project Management, Built Environment, Asset and Maintenance Management (CoPBA) as an Associate Professor in Construction Management and Building Surveying. This is a senior leadership role that combines teaching excellence, research leadership, and industry engagement.

As an Associate Professor, you will play a pivotal leadership role in shaping the future of construction management and building surveying education and research at the national and international level within the Construction Management & Innovation area. Leading and supervising multi-disciplinary teams with an education and research focus and contribute to the development of a collaborative working environment. You will provide academic leadership, mentor colleagues, and actively contribute to the strategic direction of the discipline, School and University.

You will lead CoPBA College's internal and external quality assurance and accreditation processes, while developing and maintaining strategic relationships with stakeholders, industry partners, and professional organisations across Australia and internationally.

This is your opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to construction management and building surveying education while advancing your research and leadership career. If you are passionate about academic excellence, industry engagement, and empowering the next generation of professionals, we want to hear from you

Be Rewarded
  • 17% superannuation (with the choice to join an award-winning superfund)
  • 6 weeks annual leave (incl. Christmas and New Year closure)
  • 10 days personal/sick leave, plus 5 days carer's leave
  • 7.25 hours engaged service leave
  • Fantastic professional and career development opportunities
  • Up to 26 weeks (six months) paid parental leave
  • Access to an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport
Position Requirements
  • Hold doctoral qualifications (PhD or equivalent) plus significant experience in curriculum development and tertiary teaching methodology of the relevant discipline
  • Track record of successful research funding applications and attraction of external competitive funds, including Australian Research Council (ARC), with a well-established national and international reputation in research evidenced by sustained funding, industry collaborations and high-quality publications in the field.
  • Demonstrated excellence in research and proven track record of successful supervision of research higher degree students (RHDs) with evidence of successful completion, with a well-established research profile and industry collaboration
  • Demonstrated contribution to the BE/CM profession within a relevant sustained leadership role within a wider community context at local, national and international levels, including a leadership role in national/international delivery, accreditation and /or collaboration
Position Description

For further information about this position, please refer to the Position Description.

Apply today for a career that changes lives

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Saturday, 15 November 2025 

Job Requisition ID: 6588

Contact Details: 

Ziyad Abunada

When submitting your application, please include: Your Current CV or Resume, and a 1-2 page Cover Letter highlighting your relevant skills, experience and suitability for the position. Applicants must respond to the selection criteria. 

Work Rights: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold the full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this appointment.

CQUniversity is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and CQUniversity's domestic and international student graduates with post-study work rights are encouraged to apply.

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