* UQ Poche Centre for Indigenous Health
* Full-time (100%), fixed-term position for up to 2 years
* Base salary will be in the range $112,572 - $158,351 + 17% Superannuation (Appointment will be made at Academic Level B or Level C, commensurate with the successful candidates’ experience)
* Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply
* Based at Cairns with some regional travel required
About This Opportunity
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Research Academic to lead a high-impact research initiative focused on the elimination of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in the Cairns and Hinterland region of Far North Queensland.
In this role, you will provide strategic leadership across all phases of the NHMRC-funded study, which adopts a place-based, precision public health approach. Working closely with Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (ACCHOs), local health services, and community stakeholders, you will coordinate the co-design, implementation, and evaluation of integrated interventions targeting the drivers of STI transmission. This includes addressing health system gaps, strengthening community engagement, and capturing the structural and social determinants influencing sexual health outcomes. You will oversee both qualitative and quantitative data collection, ensuring cultural safety and community governance, while driving knowledge translation that supports policy reform, service innovation, and community-led solutions.
This is a research focused position. Further information can be found by viewing UQ’s Criteria for Academic Performance.
About You
Applicants should possess a PhD in a relevant discipline, such as Indigenous Health, Public Health, or related health field. You will also bring an understanding of culturally safe communication or demonstrated experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander populations (such as health services or communities).
For further information, please click here to view the information booklet.
About UQ
As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, and within an environment where interdisciplinary collaborations are encouraged.
At the core of our teaching remains our students, and their experience with us sets a foundation for success far beyond graduation. UQ has made a commitment to making education opportunities available for all Queenslanders, regardless of personal, financial, or geographical barriers.
As part of our commitment to excellence in research and professional practice in academic contexts, we are proud to provide our staff with access to world-class facilities and equipment, grant writing support, greater research funding opportunities, and other forms of staff support and development.
The greater benefits of joining the UQ community are broad: from being part of a Group of Eight university, to recognition of prior service with other Australian universities, up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, flexible working arrangements including hybrid on site/WFH options and flexible start/finish times, and genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process.
Important Information
The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including the right to work in Australia and education check.
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.
Questions?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Dr Aletha Ward at
For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.
Want to Apply?
All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:
o Resume
o Cover letter summarising how your background aligns with the About You section found in the information booklet
Please specify in your cover letter if you are applying for a Level B or Level C.
Other Information
UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.
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Applications close Wednesday 25th June 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-52323). #J-18808-Ljbffr