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Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Hybrid
Join the Child Health Research Centre as Manager, Network Engagement and Communications for the First 10K Days Child, Adolescent and Family Wellbeing Network. Working closely with the Network Convenor, leadership team and members, you will provide high-level strategic and operational leadership that turns priorities into purposeful initiatives, partnerships, events and communications. In this collaborative and inclusive environment, you will connect researchers, clinicians, policymakers, service providers, funders and community stakeholders, helping the Network exchange knowledge, translate research and create meaningful change for children, adolescents and families.
Key responsibilities will include:
As part of the UQ community, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, working together to create a better world. Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available.
Enjoy up to 26 weeks paid parental and primary care leave, 17% super, 17.5% leave loading, flexible and hybrid working options, health and wellbeing programs, a heavily discounted Study for Staff program, on-campus childcare, affordable parking, and salary packaging.
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Dr Annie Chen (chrc.centremanager@uq.edu.au). For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number below in the subject line.
When you apply, please ensure you upload a resume and cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section. Please note that applications received via email will not be accepted.
Pre-employment checks may include verification of the right to work in Australia, qualifications, criminal history checks and mandatory immunisations checks. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.
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.
We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ and encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criterion but can demonstrate their potential relative to opportunity. We’re also happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process. Just let us know how we can help by emailing talent@uq.edu.au or calling +61 7 3365 2623.
Applications close Wednesday 21 October 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-67895). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for the week commencing 2nd November 2026.
