• Queensland Brain Institute
• Full-time (100%), fixed-term position for 5 years
• Base salary will be in the range $137,542 - $158,351 + 17% Superannuation (Academic Level C)
• Based at our St Lucia campus

About This Opportunity

We are seeking to appoint an emerging or mid-career research-focused neuroscientist (Level C, or Assistant Professor equivalent internationally) working in the field of Motor Neurone Disease (MND), who seeks to develop new treatments and to improve health outcomes for patients.

The appointee will hold the Ross Maclean Fellowship, established in 2004 through the generous benefaction of the Maclean family.

The successful applicant will receive support to build their research group. The incumbent will be expected to undertake some community engagement activities alongside their academic pursuits.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Research: Establish a research program in MND, collaborate on research projects, seek and manage research funding, publish in reputable journals, utilise best practice research methodologies, and participate in project discussions.

• Supervision and Researcher Development: Supervise students, recruit and manage employees, provide performance feedback and training, resolve conflicts, and ensure correct remuneration and benefits.

• Teaching: Where undergraduate and postgraduate teaching is undertaken, achieve teaching quality as indicated by approved surveys and outcomes for students and improve or innovate where appropriate.

• Citizenship and Service: Develop partnerships, demonstrate leadership through mentoring, engage in internal service roles and committees, perform administrative functions, provide support to colleagues, and uphold university values.

This is a research-focused academic position. Further information can be found by viewing UQ's Criteria for Academic Performance.

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

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have access to world-class facilities and equipment, grant writing support, greater research funding opportunities, and other forms of staff support and development, and within an environment where interdisciplinary collaborations are encouraged.

The greater benefits of joining the UQ community are broad: from being part of a Group of Eight university, to recognition of prior service with other Australian universities, up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, flexible working arrangements including hybrid on site/WFH options and flexible start/finish times, and genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process.

About You

• Completion of a PhD in the discipline area.
• An established profile in research in the discipline area.
• National recognition in the area of expertise, with an internationally developing profile and an established record of publications in reputed refereed journal and presenting at conferences.
• A strong record of successfully seeking, obtaining and managing external research funding.
• A solid record of supervision of Honours and Research Higher Degree students to successful completion.
• A growing record of meaningful internal service roles in conjunction with a strong contribution to external activities.

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, education check, and mandatory immunisations.

Relocating from interstate or overseas? We may support you with obtaining employer-sponsored work rights and 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 Professor Pankaj Sah at [email protected]. For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at [email protected], stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.

How to Apply

All applicants must upload the following documents for your application to be considered:

• Resume
• Cover letter

Other Information

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don't meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to [email protected] for accessibility support or adjustments.

Applications close Tuesday 29th April 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-48389).