The AIBN Group Leader & NIF-Q Director role at the University of Queensland Brisbane is a full‐time, fixed‐term appointment at Academic Level E, lasting up to five years.
This position combines leadership of the National Imaging Facility Queensland Node (NIF‐Q) and the Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (AIBN), within a research‐intensive environment that supports high‐quality discovery and translational research across radiotheranostics, molecular imaging, and radiopharmaceuticals.
Key Responsibilities
* Research: Establish a leading research program, collaborate on multidisciplinary projects, secure and manage research funding, publish in reputable journals, employ best‐practice methodologies, and facilitate project discussions.
* Teaching: Where undergraduate and postgraduate teaching is undertaken, achieve teaching quality as indicated by approved surveys and outcomes for students, and innovate in response to feedback.
* Supervision and Researcher Development: Supervise students, recruit and manage employees related to the NIF‐Q capability and research team, provide performance feedback and training, resolve conflicts, and ensure appropriate remuneration and benefits.
* Citizenship and Service: Develop partnerships, demonstrate leadership through mentoring, engage in internal service roles and committees, perform administrative functions, provide support to colleagues, and uphold university values.
About You
* Extensive Academic and Industry Background: A PhD in life sciences with over 10 years of international experience across academia and/or industry.
* Nanotechnology Research Expertise: Proven track record in theranostics, especially in diagnostics, radiotherapies, theranostics, and/or the role of the immune system in radiotherapy.
* Executive and Leadership Experience: Demonstrated leadership in nanobiotechnology, including technical and managerial skills.
* Commercialisation and IP Strategy: Strong understanding of IP portfolio management and commercialisation pathways for nano‐ and biotechnology products.
* Local Ecosystem Engagement: Thorough understanding of the Australian and Queensland imaging and biotechnology landscape, with a commitment to growing the ecosystem through UQ and NIF networks.
* Collaborative Track Record: History of successful collaboration with academic and industry partners, fostering productive external and internal relationships.
* Ethical and Research Integrity: Commitment to high standards of ethical conduct and research excellence.
* Advocacy and Representation: Ability to represent and promote nanobiotechnology initiatives at university, industry, and government levels.
* Organisational Management: Experience managing people, finances, and resources in dynamic research and service‐based environments.
UQ is committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process, recognising that some applicants may face additional barriers. Candidates who don't meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential.
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