Professor And Director, Frazer Institute

The University of Queensland

Woolloongabba, Queensland, Australia
On-site
Strategic academic leadership
International reputation for excellence
Cross-disciplinary perspective
The University of Queensland is seeking a Professor and Director for the Frazer Institute, a leading biomedical research institute. This leadership role requires a distinguished academic with a PhD, a strong track record in research, teaching, and funding, and the capability to manage and grow the Institute sustainably

Job Summary

  • The Frazer Institute is a unique, internationally recognised biomedical research institute delivering end‑to‑end research from fundamental discovery through to clinical trials and implementation.
  • The Director provides strategic academic leadership to advance the Institute’s research excellence, funding success and international profile, while fostering an inclusive, collegial culture grounded in integrity and impact.
  • You will see this as an opportunity to shape the future direction of a flagship institute and mentor the next generation of scientific leaders to drive meaningful improvements in human health outcomes.

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The University of Queensland is seeking a Professor and Director for the Frazer Institute, a leading biomedical research institute. This leadership role requires a distinguished academic with a PhD, a strong track record in research, teaching, and funding, and the capability to manage and grow the Institute sustainably.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • strategic academic leadership
  • international reputation for excellence
  • cross-disciplinary perspective
  • shape culture and deliver vision

Nice-to-have

  • mentor next generation of leaders
  • drive meaningful improvements in human health

Key Requirements

  • PhD aligned to Institute's strengths
  • outstanding record in teaching, research publications, competitive funding and PhD supervision
  • highly developed leadership, communication and people management capabilities
  • proven ability to lead large, complex and diverse teams
  • strong appreciation of governance, legislation and equity obligations

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