Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research and Innovation)
Part-time (80%, Mon-Fri), fixed-term position through to June 2028.
Base salary will be in the range $97,268 - $104,348 + 17% super (HEW Level 6).
On campus role based at our conveniently located Long Pocket campus
Join TERN Australia in a purposeful and collaborative role supporting nationally significant environmental research infrastructure. As Operations Support Officer, you will provide high quality operational, communications, project and executive support across a diverse portfolio of activities, working closely with senior leaders and a geographically distributed team to help deliver outcomes that strengthen Australia’s ability to monitor, understand and respond to environmental change.
Key responsibilities will include:
Coordinating secretariat and administrative services, including project relevant committee meetings, activities, engagements, travel arrangements and visitor support.
Supporting the delivery cycle for TERN Australia initiatives, including project planning, milestone monitoring, reporting, evaluation and communications activities.
Reviewing and reconciling project transactions, tracking expenditure and contributing to accurate, timely financial reporting.
Providing executive assistance to the Director, TERN Australia, and helping coordinate stakeholder communications, including newsletters and webinar support.
You are a highly organised and proactive professional who enjoys variety, takes pride in delivering quality outcomes, and thrives in a collaborative, purpose driven environment. With strong administration, project coordination and communication skills, you can confidently support multiple priorities while contributing to nationally significant environmental research outcomes.
A Bachelor’s degree with relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of experience and education/training, along with demonstrated experience supporting projects, operational activities or executive functions.
Proven ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines and maintain exceptional attention to detail in a fast paced environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare reports, communications materials and build productive relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.
Demonstrated experience coordinating operational or project activities, including monitoring progress, maintaining records and supporting the delivery of key outcomes.
Strong organisational and administrative skills, with experience providing high quality executive, office or operational support.
Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and the ability to quickly learn new technologies, with experience in a university, research, government or similarly complex environment being highly regarded.
As part of the UQ community, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, working together to create a better world. Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available.
UQ’s environmental research continues to explore the systems that shape resilient ecosystems, including 2025 research showing that unpredictable environmental events can help maintain plant, animal and microbial populations. Read more about UQ’s biodiversity research
Benefits include free parking, flexible start and finish times, up to 26 weeks paid parental and primary care leave, 17% super, 17.5% leave loading, health and wellbeing programs, a heavily discounted Study for Staff program and salary packaging.
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Jill Penridge at j.penridge@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.
When you apply, please ensure you upload a resume and cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section. Please note that applications received via email will not be accepted.
Pre-employment checks may include: verification of the right to work in Australia, criminal history checks and other integrity and conduct requirements. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.
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.
We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ, and encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criteria but can demonstrate their potential relative to opportunity. We’re also happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process. Just let us know how we can help by emailing talent@uq.edu.au or calling +61 7 3365 2623.
Applications close Monday 17 August 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-67417). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for 26 August 2026.
