Senior Research Assistant at University of Queensland

, , Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Mar, 26

Salary

100296.97

Posted On

15 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Research Methods, Data Management, Organizational Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Communication Skills, Microsoft Office, NVivo, Mentoring, Supporting Indigenous Communities

Industry

Higher Education

Description

School of Education Faculty of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences (HASS) 3 years, Part-time (80% FTE), fixed-term position Base salary will be in the range $93,491.78 – $100,296.97 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 6). Based at our St Lucia campus. About This Opportunity Join the School of Education and contribute to meaningful research supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander education. Working under the supervision of Professor Marnee Shay, you will support the Indigenous Futures Centre’s Education and Economies theme, providing technical research, coordination, and administrative support to advance policy and practice in Indigenous education. Key Responsibilities Coordinate research activities, track progress, and support project delivery. Prepare and maintain research documentation, including ethics and reporting. Assist in data collection, analysis, and the preparation of reports and presentations. Provide administrative, financial, and communication support for project operations. Engage and support Indigenous local researchers and community partners. Contribute to other research or administrative tasks as required. This is a teaching focused position. Further information can be found by viewing UQ’s Criteria for Academic Performance. About UQ 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, and within an environment where interdisciplinary collaborations are encouraged. At the core of our teaching remains our students, and their experience with us sets a foundation for success far beyond graduation. UQ has made a commitment to making education opportunities available for all Queenslanders, regardless of personal, financial, or geographical barriers. As part of our commitment to excellence in research and professional practice in academic contexts, we are proud to provide our staff with access to world-class facilities and equipment, grant writing support, greater research funding opportunities, and other forms of staff support and development. The greater benefits of joining the UQ community are broad: from being part of a Group of Eight university, to recognition of prior service with other Australian universities, up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, flexible working arrangements including hybrid on site/WFH options and flexible start/finish times, access to exclusive internal-only vacancies, and genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process. About You Degree in a relevant discipline with research or project coordination experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge of research methods and data management, with strong organisational skills. Experience working with, or commitment to working with, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively. Competency in Microsoft Office and NVivo, with the ability to learn UQ systems. An interest in mentoring or supporting students and junior researchers is desirable. You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment. Questions? For more information, contact Professor Marnee Shay at m.shay@uq.edu.au. For application queries, contact talent@uq.edu.au, quoting the job reference number (R-57083). Other Information UQ values diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from individuals who bring different perspectives. Accessibility requirements and adjustments can be directed to talent@uq.edu.au. Applications close Sunday, 11 January 2026 at 11.00 pm AEST (R-57083). 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 research activities and support project delivery while preparing and maintaining research documentation. Engage and support Indigenous local researchers and community partners.