Associate Director - Research Programs, Outcomes And Impact
University of Queensland
St Lucia, Queensland, Australia
Leadership of high-performing professional services teams
Development of large-scale research proposals and business cases
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 working closely with senior academics, executives, and external stakeholders to advance research outcomes.
Candidates must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this fixed-term appointment.
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
Development of large-scale research proposals and business cases
Deep understanding of national and international research environment
Nice-to-have
Thoughtful, empathetic, and outcome-focused approach
Ability to translate strategic intent into practical frameworks
Experience catalysing collaboration across boundaries
Key Requirements
Unrestricted work rights in Australia required
Experience in higher education or research professional leadership
Track record of enabling complex interdisciplinary initiatives