Principal Project Officer at University of Queensland

City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Sep, 26

Salary

113920.12

Posted On

08 Jun, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Coordination, Culturally Responsive Research, Stakeholder Engagement, Data Collection, Literature Reviews, Risk Tracking, Budget Management, Reporting, Problem Solving, Collaboration, Ethical Research Practices, Community Engagement

Industry

Higher Education

Description

ARC Centre of Excellence for Indigenous Futures within the Faculty of Business, Economics and Law Part-Time opportunity (60%), fixed-term position for up to 3 years Base salary will be in the range $104,616.68 – $113,920.12 + 17% super (HEW Level 7) Based at our vibrant St Lucia Campus About This Opportunity This is an opportunity to contribute to community-led research that centres First Nations knowledges, perspectives, and priorities, and supports change that is grounded in justice and benefits communities beyond the academy. The Principal Project Officer plays an important role in delivering the Australian Research Council Discovery Indigenous project Strength in Data, Power in Community: National Evaluation of Justice Reinvestment, led by the ARC Centre of Excellence for Indigenous Futures. Working in close partnership with the Chief Investigator and a collaborative, multi-institutional project team, you will provide high-level coordination, operational support, and culturally informed research assistance within a complex partnership environment. We strongly encourage applications from people who value respectful partnerships, culturally responsive and ethical research practices, and a commitment to outcomes that are meaningful for First Nations communities. Key responsibilities will include: Coordinating the day‑to‑day delivery of project activities, including fieldwork, workshops, and a national gathering, ensuring milestones are achieved in line with agreed timelines, budgets, and governance requirements. Providing high‑level project and research support to the Chief Investigator and project team, including literature reviews, data collection assistance, reporting, and preparation of research outputs. Supporting the development and maintenance of project plans, monitoring and reporting frameworks, risk tracking, and compliance with ARC and ethical requirements. Supporting respectful, ongoing engagement with First Nations communities and partner organisations, facilitating communication, collaboration, and knowledge exchange in line with agreed cultural protocols. About You You are a thoughtful and capable project professional who brings strong organisational skills alongside cultural capability and care for people and process. You value collaboration, approach your work reflectively, and are comfortable navigating complexity in research and community contexts. You will bring: Relevant qualification or equivalent experience, including community-based knowledge, in justice, social sciences, or Indigenous studies. Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, communities, or organisations, demonstrating culturally appropriate, respectful, and responsive approaches. Demonstrated experience coordinating projects, including planning, tracking progress, and supporting delivery within agreed timelines and resources. Experience contributing to research activities, including data collection, literature reviews, and preparing outputs such as reports, publications, or community-focused materials. Strong ability to build and maintain respectful relationships, alongside well-developed organisational and problem-solving skills in a collaborative, multi-partner environment. Desirable Experience supporting community-based or field research, including coordinating engagement activities such as yarning circles or similar approaches. About UQ As part of the UQ community, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, working together to create a better world. Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available. Enjoy up to 26 weeks paid parental and primary care leave, 17% super, 17.5% leave loading, flexible and hybrid working options, health and wellbeing programs, a heavily discounted Study for Staff program, on‑campus childcare, affordable parking, and salary packaging. Interested? For more information about this opportunity, please contact Dr Krystal Lockwood via email krystal.lockwood@uq.edu.au. For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line. When you apply, please ensure you upload a resume and cover letter summarizing how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section. Please note that applications received via email will not be accepted. Other Information Pre-employment checks may include verification of the right to work in Australia, criminal history checks, and Blue Card checks. The successful candidate must hold, or be able to obtain, a Queensland Blue Card. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements. 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. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ, and encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criteria but can demonstrate their potential relative to opportunity. We’re also happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process. Just let us know how we can help by emailing talent@uq.edu.au or calling +61 7 3365 2623. Applications close Monday 22 July 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-65243). Please note applications will be reviewed as received. Candidates may be interviewed prior to the job closing date. We encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible. Please note that Interviews have been tentatively scheduled for the week commencing 13th of July. The University of Queensland (UQ) acknowledges the Traditional Owners and their custodianship of the lands on which UQ is situated. We pay our respects to their Ancestors and their descendants, who continue cultural and spiritual connections to Country. At the University of Queensland, we are proud to be one of Australia’s leading research and teaching institutions, consistently ranking among the top 50 universities worldwide. As a member of the prestigious Group of Eight (Go8) universities, UQ is widely recognised for its intensive focus on research and teaching excellence – evidenced by our numerous accolades including more teaching awards than any other Australian University and reflected in UQ being the number one recipient of ARC Fellowships and Awards nationally across all scheme years (totalling 452 awards worth $339 million). Our state-of-the-art facilities, libraries, and cutting-edge research centres offer unparalleled opportunities for academic and professional growth. With five faculties, a number of globally recognised research institutes, and over 100 research centres, we attract an interdisciplinary community of more than 7000 staff, supporting more than 55,000 current students from over 137 countries. UQ is dedicated to supporting the career aspirations of our students and staff. Our comprehensive career services provide personalized guidance, skills development, and networking opportunities to help you achieve your professional goals. Whether you are a student seeking internships and job placements or a staff member looking for career advancement, UQ is here to support you every step of the way. UQ values equity, diversity and inclusion and seeks to reflect the broader community by attracting and retaining high-quality staff from a range of backgrounds. Our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion aims to ensure that everyone at UQ feels valued and empowered to achieve their full potential. We are particularly interested to hear from people who bring diversity to UQ – whether that be gender identity, LGBTQIA+, cultural and/or linguistic, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, or people with a disability. Whether you are a recent graduate, an Academic, or an experienced professional, UQ offers a wide range of opportunities to help you grow and succeed. Explore our current job openings, discover our programs, and become part of a community that is dedicated to creating lasting, meaningful impact for the communities in which we live and work. For more information about working at UQ and our employee benefits (such as generous leave provisions, 17% superannuation, flexible working arrangements, and health and wellness discounts) please visit Why Work at UQ.

Responsibilities

Coordinate the day-to-day delivery of project activities, including fieldwork, workshops, and national gatherings. Provide high-level research support and maintain respectful engagement with First Nations communities and partner organisations.