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Research Fellow – Professional Development Program Lead in Occupational Health, Safety, Risk Management and Human Factors The University of Queensland in Australia
Degree Level
not provided
Field of study
Psychology
Funding
Full-time fixed-term academic position to October 2028 at Academic Level B with base salary in the range $119,462.94 - $141,545.09 plus 17% superannuation. UQ also notes possible relocation support and employer-sponsored work rights support for eligible candidates.
Deadline
Nov 24, 2026
Country
Australia
University
The University of Queensland
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About this position
The University of Queensland is advertising a Research Fellow – Professional Development Program Lead position based at the St Lucia campus in Brisbane, Australia. This is a full-time fixed-term academic role through October 2028 within the Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology and the Sustainable Minerals Institute, supporting the Minerals Industry Safety and Health Centre (MISHC).
The role combines leadership in professional education and training with a research-focused academic pathway. The successful candidate will lead the strategic direction, design, delivery, and evaluation of professional development programs for industry and government audiences, especially in the resources sector and other high-risk industries. Research responsibilities include developing an independent and/or collaborative research program, producing research outputs, contributing to funding applications, and building national recognition and impact.
Academic interest areas reflected in the call include occupational health and safety, risk management, safety engineering, human factors, professional education, and training. The post is especially relevant to candidates with experience in mining or quarrying, and with the ability to work across corporate and government environments. International travel may be required to support MISHC course delivery.
Eligibility highlights include a postgraduate qualification or progress toward one in a relevant discipline, extensive relevant industry experience, and demonstrated ability to design and deliver training for professionals. Strong communication skills, strategic thinking, project management capability, and relationship-building with industry and government stakeholders are emphasized. Experience in academic research and a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment are listed as desirable.
Funding and benefits include an academic level B salary of $119,462.94–$141,545.09 plus 17% superannuation, along with possible relocation support and employer-sponsored work rights assistance for eligible applicants. Applications close 24 November 2026 at 11:00pm AEST. Applicants should apply online via SEEK with a resume, cover letter, and responses to the About You section; email applications will not be accepted.
Funding details
Full-time fixed-term academic position to October 2028 at Academic Level B with base salary in the range $119,462.94 - $141,545.09 plus 17% superannuation. UQ also notes possible relocation support and employer-sponsored work rights support for eligible candidates.
What's required
A postgraduate qualification, progress towards postgraduate qualifications in a relevant discipline, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and training is required. Applicants should have extensive relevant industry experience in risk management and health and safety in high-risk work, preferably in mining or quarrying. Experience designing and delivering professional education and training for industry and/or government professionals is required, along with knowledge of contemporary pedagogical approaches including remote learning. Strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills, the ability to work across varied cultural and organisational settings, strategic thinking, project management skills, relationship-building ability, and willingness to travel regularly, including internationally, are also expected. Experience in academic research and a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or equivalent are desirable.
How to apply
Apply through the SEEK application process, not by email. Upload a resume, cover letter, and responses to the 'About You' section, and include the job reference number R-69807 if requested. For questions about the role, contact Professor Maureen Hassall; for application issues, contact the Talent Acquisition team.
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