Principal Research Fellow - ISSR
Locations: Long Pocket
Time Type: Full time
Posted On: Posted Yesterday
Job Requisition ID: R-43377
Institute for Social Science Research
Full-time, fixed-term position for up to three years
Base salary will be in the range $162,046 - $178,36 + 17% Superannuation (Academic Level D)
Based at Long Pocket only 10 minutes from St Lucia Campus
About This Opportunity
An excellent opportunity is available for a Principal Research Fellow, Level D, research focused position based within the Institute for Social Science Research. In this position, you will lead business development and partnership building while overseeing a portfolio of commissioned research and evaluation projects. This role emphasises innovative, place-based approaches to research and evaluation that promote a fair and just society, addressing the needs of government and industry partners. Additionally, the position may involve contributing to strategic research infrastructure projects.
Collaboration with other researchers and the Institute’s Research Development Team is essential for securing project funding and delivering high-quality outcomes. The appointee will also provide training and supervision for Higher Degree by Research students and research staff, and actively engage in service activities that align with the Institute’s strategic direction.
Key Responsibilities
- Research: Provide leadership in developing the Institute’s research and evaluation capabilities, focusing on innovative place-based approaches and spatial analyses, while contributing to national research infrastructure initiatives on behalf of the Institute and University.
- Lead funding initiatives as chief investigator for various research projects, ensuring high-quality outputs through best practices, managing budgets and contractual obligations, and fostering strong internal and external relationships to enhance the Institute's reputation and knowledge transfer.
- Teaching: Contribute to the development and delivery of the Institute’s short courses and customised training for partners, while also engaging in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching as opportunities arise in relevant areas of expertise.
- Supervision and Researcher Development: Provide leadership in research and evaluation best practices while managing Institute research staff and mentoring Higher Degree by Research students, fostering their development through feedback and professional growth, and collaborating with leadership to enhance research practices and promptly address any conflicts or grievances.
- Citizenship and Service: Develop partnerships, demonstrate leadership through mentoring, engage in internal service roles and committees, perform administrative functions, provide support to colleagues, and uphold university values.
For a full copy of the position description, please contact talent@uq.edu.au.
This is a research 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, and genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process.
About You
- PhD in social or behavioural sciences with a strong international publication record in reputed journals and/or significant non-traditional research outputs relevant to end users.
- Proven research and evaluation leadership in place-based, environmental approaches, equity, and wellbeing, with expertise in spatial analyses and data visualization.
- Successful track record in securing and managing substantial external research funding from institutional and commercial sources.
- Experience in bringing together internal stakeholders and external partners to develop and manage research and evaluation projects.
- Skilled in using innovative research and translation methods to engage community, industry, and government partners.
- Experience supervising Research Higher Degree students to successful completion.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to negotiate complex issues and work effectively with diverse groups.
- Strong team management capabilities, including planning, workload management, mentoring, and fostering workplace culture and wellbeing.
The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, education check and criminal check.
Work Rights: Visa sponsorship may be available for this appointment.
Relocating from interstate or overseas? We will support you with the visa sponsorship process and a relocation support package. You can find out more about life in Australia’s Sunshine State here.
Questions?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact please contact Professor Lisa McDaid.
For application queries, please contact talent@uq.edu.au stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.
Want to Apply?
All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:
- Resume
- Cover letter
- Responses to the ‘About You’ section (maximum 3 pages)
Other Information
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.
We know one of our strengths 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. Reach out to talent@uq.edu.au for accessibility support or adjustments.
Applications close: Wednesday, 30 October 2024 at 11.00pm AEST (R-43377).
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