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Maureen Hassall
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Research Fellow – Professional Development Education and Training Program Leader, Minerals Industry Safety and Health Centre The University of Queensland in Australia
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Education
Funding
Base salary range $119,462.94 - $141,545.09 plus 17% superannuation; fixed-term appointment through October 2028.
Deadline
Nov 24, 2026
Country
Australia
University
The University of Queensland
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About this position
This research-focused Research Fellow role is based in the Minerals Industry Safety and Health Centre (MISHC) within the Sustainable Minerals Institute and Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology at The University of Queensland. The position combines academic leadership with applied impact in a multidisciplinary environment, supporting education, training and research across the resources sector and other high-risk industries.
The appointee will lead the Professional Development Education and Training Program for MISHC, shaping its strategic direction and strengthening the centre’s role as a source of expertise in capacity building. The program spans occupational health and safety, risk management, safety engineering and human factors, with an emphasis on professional learning for industry, government and other partners. The role involves designing and evaluating professional education offerings, developing contemporary delivery approaches, and contributing to a collaborative research environment while building an independent and/or collaborative research profile.
In addition to program leadership, the role includes research development and academic service. The fellow will be expected to contribute to research outputs, participate in competitive funding applications, support supervision and researcher development, and build productive partnerships with industry, government, professional bodies and the wider community. The position also sits within a supportive UQ environment that emphasises interdisciplinary collaboration, research support and professional development.
The role is based at UQ’s St Lucia campus and is positioned within a centre that works closely with external stakeholders to turn expertise into meaningful impact across safety and health practice.
Funding details
Base salary range $119,462.94 - $141,545.09 plus 17% superannuation; fixed-term appointment through October 2028.
What's required
A postgraduate qualification, progress towards postgraduate qualifications in a relevant discipline with extensive relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and training is required. Applicants should have demonstrated industry experience in risk management and health and safety in high-risk work, preferably within mining or quarrying, plus knowledge of contemporary pedagogical approaches including remote learning methodologies. Experience designing and delivering professional education and training for industry and/or government professionals and managers is required, along with an understanding of professional development needs. Strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills, the ability to work across varied cultural and organisational settings, strategic thinking, project management skills, and the ability to build productive relationships with industry, government and other stakeholders are expected. Willingness and availability to travel regularly, including internationally, is also required. Desirable: experience in academic research and a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or equivalent.
How to apply
Apply through the UQ careers portal using the provided Workday link. Upload a resume, cover letter, and responses to the About You section. Applications sent by email will not be accepted.
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Professors
Professor at The University of Queensland
Australia
Research Interests
Financial Risk Management
Management
Industrial Engineering
Human Factors Engineering
Occupational Health
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