Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology / School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Full-time permanent position
Base salary will be in the range $106,709.01 - $116,198.52 + 17% super (HEW Level 7)
Based at our St Lucia Campus
Join a collaborative and high-performing research community where your expertise will help shape and strengthen research success across one of UQ’s largest and most research-active schools. As one of three Principal Research Administration Officers in the School, you will provide leadership to the School’s Research Administration Office portfolios and work closely with the Director of Research and School Manager to provide strategic, operational and project management support across the research lifecycle. This is a purposeful and influential professional role, offering the opportunity to work alongside visionary researchers and contribute to UQ’s commitment to creating change together through world-leading research and innovation.
Key responsibilities will include:
Contribute to the leadership and management of the School’s Research Administration Office to ensure the efficient delivery of pre-award and post-award research administration services.
Providing strategic advice and high-level support to the Director of Research, while developing and maintaining research administration policies, procedures and initiatives.
Supporting researchers with grant applications, funding opportunities, budgeting, ethics requirements and research performance reporting.
Building strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders to promote research excellence, coordinate research initiatives and drive continuous improvement across research administration processes.
You are a proactive, collaborative and highly organised professional who thrives in a complex research environment and enjoys supporting others to achieve outstanding outcomes.
A degree with at least four (4) years subsequent relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Demonstrated experience in research administration within a university environment, including pre-award and post-award research support.
Knowledge of research administration policies, procedures and funding agency requirements, or the capacity to quickly acquire this expertise.
Strong analytical and research skills, including experience with research data analysis, reporting and administration of information systems and databases.
Excellent organisational, problem-solving and project management skills, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines and work both independently and as part of a busy team environment.
Exceptional interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to build productive relationships with researchers, professional staff and senior stakeholders.
A demonstrated commitment to delivering high-quality customer service and fostering a supportive, inclusive and collaborative workplace culture.
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.
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Erin Keogh, School Manager, School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, at [email protected].
For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at [email protected], stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.
When you apply, please ensure you upload a resume and cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section. Please note that applications received via email will not be accepted.
Pre-employment checks may include: verification of the right to work in Australia. 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 [email protected] or calling +61 7 3365 2623.
Applications close Monday 14 September 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-68502).
Skills Required
- Degree with at least four years of subsequent relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Demonstrated research administration experience within a university environment, including pre-award and post-award research support.
- Knowledge of research administration policies, procedures, and funding agency requirements, or the capacity to quickly acquire this expertise.
- Strong analytical and research skills, including experience with research data analysis, reporting, and administration of information systems and databases.
- Excellent organisational, problem-solving, and project management skills, with strong accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently and as part of a busy team.
- Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, including the ability to build productive relationships with researchers, professional staff, and senior stakeholders.
- Commitment to high-quality customer service and fostering a supportive, inclusive, and collaborative workplace culture.
- Unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of the appointment.
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