City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia · On-site
Lead one of Australia's premier microscopy and microanalysis facilitiesShape world-class research infrastructure and scientific capabilityBuild global partnerships and drive research excellence across disciplines ABOUT U…
Skills: Strategic Leadership, Academic Leadership, Research Infrastructure Management, Scientific Capability Development, Stakeholder Engagement
City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia · On-site
$85k–$114k/yr
Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (AIBN)Full-time (100%), fixed-term position for up to 12 monthsBase salary will be in the range $85,372.89 - $113,659.72 + 17% super (Academic Level A).Based at …
Skills: Battery materials, Electrochemistry, Electrolytes, Electrode-electrolyte interfaces, Energy-storage systems
City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia · On-site
$119k–$142k/yr
School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences | Metro South Health Fixed-term position for three (3) years at Academic Level B Part-time (40% FTE) - additional casual clinical academic work at PAH considered Base salary w…
Skills: Audiology, Clinical Research, Research Methodology, Quantitative Research, Qualitative Research
City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia · On-site
$119k–$142k/yr
School of Psychology | National Centre for Youth Substance Use Research Part-time (50% FTE), fixed-term position for 2 years Base salary (at 1 FTE) will range from $119,462 - $141,545 (Academic Level B) + 17% Superannuat…
Skills: Biostatistics, Data linkage, Statistical analysis, Epidemiology, Public health
City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia · On-site
Job Description Locum Emergency & Critical Care Veterinary Nurse 22 September – 15 October 2026 We're looking for an experienced Locum ECC Veterinary Nurse to support our team at ARH Brisbane from 22 September through to…
Skills: Emergency & Critical Care Nursing, Anaesthetic monitoring, Ventilated patient care, Patient triage, Multitasking
City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia · Remote Solely
The mission of Speechify is to make sure that reading is never a barrier to learning. Over 50 million people use Speechify’s text-to-speech products to turn whatever they’re reading – PDFs, books, Google Docs, news artic…
Skills: Python, Bash, Linux, Docker, Infrastructure-as-code
City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia · Hybrid
$117k–$193k/yr
Company Description Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why. Griffith was created to be a different type of university. You’ll find we’re about leading research, academic excellence, and the transfo…
Skills: Clinical supervision, Psychology, Placement coordination, Academic administration, Stakeholder engagement
City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia · Hybrid
$85k–$95k/yr
UQ Graduate Research School Full time (100%), fixed term position for up to 2 years with salary in the range $85,452 - $94,984 + 17% super (HEW Level 5). This position is open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander can…
Skills: Student administration, Relationship building, Communication skills, Customer service, Organizational skills
City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia · Hybrid
$95k–$102k/yr
UQ Poche Centre for Indigenous Health Full-time, fixed-term position until 30 June 2027 Base salary will be in the range $95,361.62 - $102,302.92 + 17% super (HEW Level 6) This position is open to Aboriginal and Torres S…
Skills: Project coordination, Health promotion, Community engagement, Communication, Social media management
City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia · Hybrid
$85k–$95k/yr
UQ Graduate Research School Full time (100%), fixed term position for up to 2 years with salary in the range $85,452 - $94,984 + 17% super (HEW Level 5). This position is open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander can…
Skills: Student administration, Relationship building, Communication skills, Customer service, Organisational skills
City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia · Hybrid
$95k–$102k/yr
UQ Poche Centre for Indigenous Health Full-time, fixed-term position until 30 June 2027 Base salary will be in the range $95,361.62 - $102,302.92 + 17% super (HEW Level 6) This position is open to Aboriginal and Torres S…
Skills: Project coordination, Health promotion, Community engagement, Resource development, Communication skills
City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia · Hybrid
$97k–$104k/yr
UQ Materials Performance Full-time (100%), fixed term position through to October 2027. Base salary will be in the range $97,268 - $104,348 + 17% super (HEW Level 6). Based at our picturesque and conveniently located St …
Skills: Materials engineering, Mechanical engineering, Metallography, Scanning electron microscopy, SEM-EDS
City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia · Hybrid
$118k–$132k/yr
Company Description Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why. Griffith was created to be a different type of university. You’ll find we’re about leading research, academic excellence, and the transfo…
Skills: Operational Process Development, Service Delivery, Team Leadership, Laboratory Automation, Sample Management
City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia · On-site
Company Description This scholarship will be based within Griffith University’s Institute for Biomedicine and Glycomics, a multidisciplinary biomedical research institute that brings together expertise in discovery and t…
Skills: Microbiology, Probiotic Research, Metabolomics, Microbiome Analysis, Bioinformatics
City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia · Hybrid
$118k–$132k/yr
Company Description Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why. Griffith was created to be a different type of university. You’ll find we’re about leading research, academic excellence, and the transfo…
Skills: Operational Process Development, Service Delivery, Team Leadership, Laboratory Automation, Sample Management
City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia · Hybrid
$118k–$132k/yr
Company Description Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why. Griffith was created to be a different type of university. You’ll find we’re about leading research, academic excellence, and the transfo…
Skills: Operational Process Development, Service Delivery, Team Leadership, Laboratory Automation, Sample Management
City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia · On-site
Company Description The project will be undertaken within the group of Dr Jun Zhang (ARC Future Fellow) and Prof Nam-Trung Nguyen (Australian Laureate Fellow) at the Queensland Quantum and Advanced Technologies Research …
Skills: Machine Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Biomechanics, Biomedical Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering
City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia · Hybrid
Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri) Environmental Conditions Office Job Description As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our coll…
Skills: Clinical Monitoring, FDA Guidelines, ICH GCP, Root Cause Analysis, Risk Based Monitoring
City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia · On-site
The Opportunity At APA, our purpose is to secure Australia’s energy future. We’re not doing it alone. We’re doing it with our customers and communities as Australia’s energy infrastructure partner, a role our unique expe…
Skills: Environmental Assurance, Environmental Compliance, Sustainable Practices, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science
City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia · Hybrid
$119k–$142k/yr
School of Historical and Philosophical Inquiry Full-time, permanent position Base salary will be in the range $119,462 - $141,545 + 17% super (Academic Level B) Based at our St Lucia campus About This Opportunity The Sch…
Skills: Curriculum Design, Undergraduate Teaching, Postgraduate Supervision, Academic Leadership, Research Funding Management
City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia • On-site
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The Director will provide strategic and academic leadership for the Centre for Microscopy and Microanalysis, overseeing its research platforms and infrastructure. They will also foster global partnerships and drive research excellence across diverse scientific disciplines.
Candidates must hold a PhD in Science, Engineering, or a related field and possess an internationally recognized research profile. A proven track record in leading complex research infrastructure and securing competitive funding is essential.
The University of Queensland (UQ) is one of Australia's leading research-intensive universities and consistently ranks among the world's top 50 institutions. Renowned for delivering transformative education, pioneering research and meaningful community impact, UQ is home to world-class researchers, outstanding facilities and an extensive global network of collaborators.
The Centre for Microscopy and Microanalysis (CMM) is one of Australia's premier collaborative research facilities, supporting cutting-edge research across materials science, engineering, life sciences, quantum technologies, energy, resources and advanced manufacturing. Home to internationally recognised expertise and some of the nation's most sophisticated microscopy, imaging and microanalysis capabilities, the Centre enables discoveries that extend from biological systems to materials characterised at the atomic scale. As a foundation member of Microscopy Australia's Queensland node, CMM plays a critical role in Australia's national research infrastructure.
This is an exceptional opportunity to lead one of Australia's most advanced scientific research facilities at a time of significant opportunity and growth.
Reporting to the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Research Infrastructure), you will provide strategic and academic leadership for the Centre while shaping its future direction, research capability and national profile. Leading a highly skilled multidisciplinary team, you will oversee world-leading microscopy and microanalysis platforms, guide major infrastructure investment, foster interdisciplinary collaboration, and strengthen partnerships across academia, government and industry.
You will champion research excellence, develop new funding opportunities, enhance national and international collaborations, and ensure the Centre continues to deliver outstanding scientific capability, education, training and service to researchers and industry alike.
This role offers the opportunity to influence research across multiple disciplines while positioning UQ at the forefront of global scientific discovery and innovation.
You are an internationally respected academic leader with the vision, credibility and collaborative leadership style to guide a world-class research facility.
You will demonstrate:
For a confidential conversation, please contact:-
Managing Director
Hoffmann Reed
Phone: +61 431 804 418
Email: marcus@hoffmannreed.com.au
To apply, please email your completed application (PDF format preferred) to confidential@hoffmannreed.com.au
Your submission should include:-
Applications will close on Sunday 30th August 2026.
To enquire about this opportunity, please email us at enquiries@hoffmannreed.com.au. To submit your application, please send your CV and Cover Letter to confidential@hoffmannreed.com.au.
We tackle grand engineering challenges through pioneering research, exceptional teaching and bold collaborations.
The School of Mechanical and Mining Engineering tackles big-picture research challenges through its four research centres Advanced Materials Processing and Manufacturing, Hypersonics, Multiscale Energy Systems, and Future Autonomous Systems and Technologies. Driven by the strength of our teaching and industry collaborations, our vision is to do more than support a better future – it’s to train and empower the right people to take us there. Our comprehensive teaching program in engineering includes undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in Mechanical, Aerospace, Biomedical, Materials, Mechatronic and Mining engineering.
Offices: Staff House Rd, Mansergh Shaw Building, St Lucia, Queensland 4072, AU
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