Associate Director - Research Programs, Outcomes And Impact

The University of Queensland

St Lucia, Queensland, Australia
Leadership of high-performing professional services teams
Development of large-scale research proposals and business cases
Experience in complex interdisciplinary initiatives
This role serves as a pivotal leadership position within UQ's Research Office, 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 within UQ's Research Office, 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 collaborating with senior academics, executives, and external stakeholders to advance research outcomes and public good.
  • Candidates must demonstrate excellent leadership capability to guide teams in high-demand environments and communicate complex ideas with clarity and influence.

Matching Summary

This role serves as a pivotal leadership position within UQ's Research Office, 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
  • Development of large-scale research proposals and business cases
  • Experience in complex interdisciplinary initiatives

Nice-to-have

  • Empathetic and outcome-focused 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 in higher education or research environment
  • Track record of enabling complex interdisciplinary initiatives

Work Rights

Must have unrestricted work rights in Australia

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