Associate Director - Research Programs, Outcomes And Impact

The University of Queensland

St Lucia, Queensland, Australia
Leadership of high-performing professional services teams
Experience developing large-scale research proposals
Deep understanding of national and international research environment
This role serves as a pivotal leadership position driving the design and delivery of large, interdisciplinary research programs that create real-world impact

Job Summary

  • This role serves as a pivotal leadership position driving the design and delivery of large, interdisciplinary research programs that create real-world impact.
  • The successful candidate will lead a high-performing team while catalyzing collaboration across boundaries to strengthen community partnerships.
  • Candidates must demonstrate excellent leadership capability in guiding teams through high-demand environments and communicating complex ideas with clarity.

Matching Summary

This role serves as a pivotal leadership position driving the design and delivery of large, interdisciplinary research programs that create real-world impact.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Leadership of high-performing professional services teams
  • Experience developing large-scale research proposals
  • Deep understanding of national and international research environment

Nice-to-have

  • Thoughtful and empathetic leadership approach
  • Ability to translate strategic intent into practical frameworks
  • Strong analytical and project management skills

Key Requirements

  • Unrestricted work rights in Australia required
  • Experience enabling complex interdisciplinary initiatives
  • Track record of building trusted relationships with diverse stakeholders

Work Rights

Must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia

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