12-month, part-time opportunity (3-4 days per week) with flexible hybrid working arrangements
Based at our Herston Campus
Join UQ's growing Clinical Trials Centre and play a key role in developing an innovative adaptive platform trial with the potential to shape how clinical research is delivered in real-world healthcare settings.
This is an exciting opportunity for a Principal Project Officer with strong coordination skills and an interest in clinical trials to help build a new initiative from the ground up. Working closely with the Chief Investigator, project leads, researchers, clinicians and other collaborators, you will help coordinate the activities needed to establish the trial, keep projects and documentation on track, and support effective engagement across a diverse group of stakeholders.
You'll be part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team where your work will have a tangible impact. You don't need to be a clinical trials expert – we're looking for someone who brings solid project coordination experience, some understanding of the clinical research environment and the enthusiasm to learn and contribute.
You are an organised and proactive project professional who enjoys bringing people, information and activities together to keep projects moving. You have experience working in a complex environment and are confident managing competing priorities, coordinating stakeholders and producing high-quality project documentation.
You may have worked in clinical research, health, healthcare, universities or another complex project environment. Demonstrated experience in project coordination, project administration or a similar role.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.
Strong attention to detail, problem-solving and organisational skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Experience in clinical trials will be 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.
At UQ, you'll be challenged, inspired and rewarded while working alongside passionate professionals who are united by a shared commitment to creating positive change. Through a culture of collaboration, innovation and excellence, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to work that makes a meaningful difference to communities locally and globally.
Enjoy up to 26 weeks paid parental and primary care leave, 17% super, 17.5% leave loading, flexible and hybrid working options, health and wellbeing programs, a heavily discounted Study for Staff program, on-campus childcare, affordable parking and salary packaging.
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Laura Pareezer at l.pareezer@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 and a qualifications check. 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 Sunday, 6 September 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-67287). Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply early, as the position may close once a suitable candidate is identified.
