• Centre for Crop Science: Queensland Alliance for Agriculture and Food Innovation
• ARC Training Centre in Predictive Breeding
• Full-time, fixed-term position for up to 3 years
• Base salary will be in the range of $100,554.29 - $109,496.46 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 7)
• Based at our St Lucia location

About This Opportunity

The Centre Coordinator plays a vital role in supporting the operations of our nationally dispersed ARC Training Centre. Reporting to the Centre Manager, you will be responsible for coordinating Centre activities, fostering strategic relationships with key stakeholders, and driving initiatives that contribute to the Centre's mission of training the next generation of plant and animal breeders.

This is an exciting opportunity to be at the heart of a brand new Centre, supporting industry collaboration and research excellence across 36 Partner Organisations. If you thrive in collaborative settings and enjoy working with diverse teams to achieve meaningful outcomes, we encourage you to apply.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with academic and professional staff across all five Centre Nodes.
• Lead the planning and execution of in-person events and workshops, including venue selection, budget management, travel arrangements, and onsite coordination.
• Coordinate the development and delivery of online courses through the Centre's eLearning platform.
• Support the Centre's early career researchers through managing travel, organising industry placements, and facilitating professional development opportunities.
• Monitor and report on Centre KPIs, collaborating with the Centre Manager to analyse performance trends.
• Provide administrative support to the Centre Director, Centre Manager, and Centre committees.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:

• Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave
• 17% superannuation contributions
• 17.5% annual leave loading
• Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight
• Health and wellness discounts - fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family
• UQ Study for Staff
• On campus childcare options
• Affordable parking (from just $6.15 a day)
• Salary packaging options

About You

• A university degree with at least four (4) years' subsequent relevant experience; or extensive experience in project coordination, research administration or related field.
• Experience working in higher education or research environments.
• Experience coordinating events, workshops, or training programs.
• Highly developed interpersonal, influencing, and negotiation skills with demonstrated ability to build both internal and external relationships and networks with key stakeholders.
• Ability to provide critical advice and clarity of direction for a research centre (spanning disciplines, cultures, career stage, gender, community, industry, government).
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines, solve problems independently, work under own guidance and as part of a team.
• Proactive problem-solver with strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and digital collaboration tools.
• Highly developed written communication skills.

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

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

Questions?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Dr Carly Hamilton, Centre Manager at carly.hamilton@uq.edu.au.

For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.

Want to Apply?

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

• Cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the 'About You' section
• Resume

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 talent@uq.edu.au for accessibility support or adjustments.

Applications close 24 March 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-49132). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for 31 March 2025.