• Reference number: 25143
• Term: Fixed term, part time basis (15 hours per week) for twelve (12) months
• Remuneration: $109,157 to $118,193 pa (full-time equivalent) (HEW6) (inclusive of $92,239 to $99,875 salary pa (full-time equivalent), 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading)
• Location: Kelvin Grove (hybrid option available)
• Open to: Applicants who have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of the fixed-term appointment. In support of our strategic priority of Indigenous Australian success, Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking a Coordinator Children's Technology Centre to join School of Early Childhood and Inclusive Education, Faculty of Creative Industries, Education and Social Justice.

The CTC Coordinator is integral to promoting and delivering high-quality engagement programs for young children, families, educators, and early childhood professionals, both on-site and statewide. The successful appointee will work closely with Centre Chief Investigators to develop, coordinate, and lead creative, interactive, and educational programs, workshops, activities, and events tailored to meet the needs of children, families, educators, and individuals working in early childhood settings. Collaboration with faculty members from both undergraduate and postgraduate courses will be essential. The role also includes reviewing, evaluating, and reporting on client satisfaction, attendance, and the overall quality and objectives of programs to ensure continuous improvement. A key responsibility will be coordinating the use of the CTC by researchers and other stakeholders, ensuring smooth operation and proper asset management, including maintenance, cleanliness, and safety. The position involves oversight of Research Assistants working within the Centre, ensuring effective management and support. Given the nature of the role, overnight travel and weekend work may be required to ensure the effective delivery of programs and services. This position reports to Centre Director, Professor Susan Danby, for career planning, development, and performance expectations

We’re offering this role as a hybrid position as part of QUT’s commitment to embracing the opportunities created by a more virtual and connected world.

About us

QUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a 'real world' focus. We are an ambitious and collaborative institution that seeks to equip our students and graduates with the skills they will need in an increasingly disrupted and challenged world.

The ARC Centre of Excellence for the Digital Child is shaping an environment with children, families, and communities so they can successfully navigate their own digital worlds. The Digital Child is a national research centre comprised of over 200 researchers from across Australia in addition to national and international partners. The Centre is funded by the Australian Research Council. Our research includes the world-first Australian Children of the Digital Age longitudinal study, which is tracking digital engagement of more than 3,000 Australian families for four years. The QUT Children’s Technology Centre (CTC) is a purpose-built space located in the Education Precinct at QUT’s Kelvin Grove campus in Brisbane. The CTC has been designed to enable a broad range of events and research activities related to digital childhoods, for children from birth to age 8, their families, educators (including teacher education students) and other industry and community stakeholders. Equipped with recording and other data collection tools and resources, the CTC provides a context for research conducted by Digital Child researchers across a diverse range of projects and a space for research translation..

What you need to succeed

1. A degree with subsequent relevant experience in education, human services, social work or a related field.
2. Demonstrated experience working with young children; educators and families.
3. Demonstrated facilitation, negotiation, problem-solving, liaison and communication skills, including well developed written and verbal skills.
4. Demonstrated ability to supervise staff goals and in accordance with QUT requirements.
5. Computer literacy and prior experience using a range of office software including Word, Excel.
6. Current First Aid and CPR certificate.

Life at QUT

We're committed to building a culture that fosters connection between people and purpose. Beyond personal and professional fulfillment, a career at QUT offers:

• A healthy work-life balance with a blend of on-campus and off-campus work arrangements for applicable positions.
• Competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation and leave loading of 17.5%.
• Generous maternity leave including primary carer parental leave of up to 26 weeks (including 17% super).
• Stay healthy with Fitness Passport and enjoy discounted rates on private health insurance.
• Purchased Leave Scheme - up to 8 extra weeks.
• Salary Packaging Scheme for additional superannuation contributions, vehicle leasing, and on-campus services such as childcare, parking, and gyms.
• Numerous opportunities for professional development including leadership programs and workshops, and our study assistance scheme.
• Commitment to our Indigenous Australian staff through initiatives such as the Indigenous Australian Staff Network, Cultural and Ceremonial Leave, Staff Development Workshops, and representation on university committees.

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Belong at QUT

We are guided by our values of Ambition, Curiosity, Integrity, Inclusiveness, Innovation, and Academic Freedom and our QUT Connections in our mission to inspire and shape the next generation of change-makers.

As part of our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace, we proudly support our Indigenous Australians Employment Strategy, aiming for an Indigenous Australian workforce participation of 3.6%. We extend a warm invitation to Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people to join us in pursuing a rewarding career at QUT.

We believe that diversity is our strength and are dedicated to creating safe, inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive. We strongly encourage individuals from diverse cultures, ages, linguistic backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities, and those who are living with disabilities to apply for positions at QUT.

At QUT, diversity is not just embraced—it's celebrated. See our commitment

How to Apply

Discover the possibilities that await with a career at QUT. If you're ready to embark on a journey of innovation and opportunity, we're excited to meet you.

Find out more about this position and submit your application by clicking 'Apply' or the link below.

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Job opens: 03-Apr-2025

Applications Close: 16-Apr-2025 at 11.30pm