Project and Events Officer

• UQ Centre for Clinical Research
• Full-time fixed-term position through to October 2026
• Make a real difference to patient outcomes by supporting research that advances antibiotic use and critical care for the most vulnerable patients.
• Base salary will be in the range $82, $91, % Superannuation (HEW Level 5)
• Based at our Herston Campus

The Project and Events Officer will coordinate the delivery of the CRE RESPOND Education Program and support research projects through planning, stakeholder engagement, communication, project documentation, and event management. You will play a key role in ensuring the smooth delivery of education events, research initiatives, and related activities in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Key responsibilities will include: 

• Coordinate and support the delivery of CRE RESPOND Education events, including planning, communication, monitoring, and evaluation.

• Prepare content for newsletters, websites, and social media channels; manage event videos and communications.

• Provide project administration, including data management, reporting, and committee support.

• Assist with financial coordination, including hospitality, travel, and budget planning for events.

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/paid primary care leave

• 17% superannuation contributions + 17.5% annual leave loading

• Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight

• 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

• Career development opportunities –access to exclusive internal-only vacancies and our Study for Staff program

• Salary packaging options

We are seeking an adaptable and detail-oriented professional with excellent coordination, administrative, and communication skills. The ideal candidate will:

• Hold a relevant degree or diploma, or equivalent experience in project/event coordination

• Have experience supporting events and administration in a research or university environment

• Be highly proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with Microsoft Teams, Vision6, and Drupal desirable

• Demonstrate strong project management, multi-tasking, and problem-solving abilities

• Possess excellent stakeholder engagement and customer service skills

• Work effectively both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

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

 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 Luminita Vlad 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 Thursday 20th November 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R