About the UQ Poche Centre

We are an Indigenous-led health research centre focusing on Indigenous ways of knowing, being and doing. We undertake multidisciplinary research to enhance understanding of diverse health issues affecting Indigenous peoples, reduce health inequity and improve health outcomes.

In addition, we aim to nurture the next generation of Indigenous research leaders. As part of UQ’s commitment to research excellence, we are proud to provide our staff with access to grant writing support, greater research funding opportunities, and post-fellowship contracts via our UQ Amplify initiative. You’ll also have the opportunity to connect with UQ’s broader Indigenous network of approximately 150 academic and professional staff members, as well as our student and alumni networks.

Want to know more about life as part of the UQ Poche Centre team? Watch a video here.

About This Opportunity

The UQ Poche Centre for Indigenous Health have two exciting opportunities to join the team, as either a Senior Research Technician or a Principal Research Technician.

As the Senior Research Technician, you will provide specialist technical support and subject matter expertise in support of high-quality research outcomes at all stages of the research life cycle.

As the Principal Research Technician, you will work as part of a senior research team to provide high-level, specialist technical research expertise to scientific research projects, programs and initiatives.

This Position is designated for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people only.

For further information, please click here to view the information booklet. 

There are two positions available, with flexibility to offer either part time (minimum 60%) or full-time opportunities for the preferred candidates. These positions are fixed term for 2 years, through to March 2026.

These appointments will be made at either HEW 6 (Senior Research Technician) or HEW 7 (Principal Research Technician).

At HEW level 6, the full-time equivalent based salary will be in the range $86,371 – $92,658, plus a generous super allowance of up to 17%. The total FTE package will be up to $88,778 – $98,681 annually.

At HEW level 7, the full-time equivalent based salary will be in the range $94,754 – $103,180, plus a generous super allowance of up to 17%. The total FTE package will be up to $110,862 – $120,721 annually.

As these roles are covered by an Enterprise Agreement, you will also receive regular remuneration increased – at least once a year.

About You

The University of Queensland considers that being Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander is a genuine occupational requirement for this position under s25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act

1991(Qld). The position is therefore only open to Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people. Successful candidates are required to provide evidence to confirm that they are an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.

The successful candidate will be required to provide evidence to confirm that they are an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.

Selection criteria for Senior Research Technician (HEW 6):

• Completion of a relevant degree with subsequent experience in coordinating activities or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.

• Demonstrated research-relevant knowledge and skills with expertise in a wide range of specialist and general research techniques, including experience working with Indigenous populations.

• Relevant experience in a higher education, research institution or Indigenous health service, or the capability to quickly acquire this knowledge and apply in the workplace.

• Well-developed problem-solving skills, with an ability to forward plan, prioritise tasks to meet deadlines and work with a high level of adaptability, both independently and as part of a team.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with proven ability to produce clear, succinct documentation.

• The ability to liaise effectively with a wide range of stakeholders in a research environment.

• Operational project management of research program.

Selection criteria for Principal Research Technician (HEW 7):

• Completion of a post graduate qualification with subsequent experience in a relevant field, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.

• Demonstrated research-relevant knowledge and skills with expertise in a wide range of specialist and general research techniques at all stages of the research cycle.

• Experience working with Indigenous populations.

• Significant experience of working in a higher education, research institution or Indigenous health service, or the capability to quickly acquire this knowledge and apply in the workplace.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with proven ability to produce clear, succinct research documentation and the ability to liaise effectively with a wide range of research and scientific staff.

• Commitment to upholding the University’s values, and with the outstanding personal qualities of openness, respectfulness, and integrity.

• A commitment to upholding the highest standard of research integrity, ethics and workplace health and safety.

• Well-developed problem-solving skills, with an ability to forward plan, prioritise tasks to meet deadlines and work with a high level of adaptability, both independently and as part of a team.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with proven ability to produce clear, succinct documentation.

• Operational project management of research program.

In addition, the following mandatory requirements apply:

• Work Rights: You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment. 

Relocating from interstate? We’ll support you with 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 Heather Young, Poche Centre Manager, at heather.young@uq.edu.au. 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 (please specify which HEW level you are applying for in your cover letter)

Please note that you will be asked to add all documents into the one upload box labelled ‘resume’, which is step one of the application form.
 

Other Information

At UQ we know that our greatest strengths come from our diverse mix of colleagues, this is reflected in our ongoing commitment to creating an environment focused on equity, diversity and inclusion.  We ensure that we are always attracting, retaining and promoting colleagues who are representative of the diversity in our broader community, whether that be gender identity, LGBTQIA+, cultural and/or linguistic, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, or people with a disability. Accessibility requirements and/or adjustments can be directed to recruitment@uq.edu.au 

If you are a current employee (including casual staff and HDR scholars) or hold an unpaid/affiliate appointment, please login to your staff Workday account and visit the internal careers board to apply for this opportunity. Please do NOT apply via the external job board.

Applications close 28th February 2024 at 11.00pm AEST (R-35327).