Centre Director, UQ Poche Centre for Indigenous Health (Identified s25)
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Job Description
UQ Poche Centre for Indigenous Health Part-time (80%), fixed-term position for up to 5 years at Academic E . This is an identified position under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld) and is open only to Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people. Based at our Toowong Office Acknowledgement of Country The University of Queensland (UQ) acknowledges the Traditional Owners and their custodianship of the lands on which UQ operates . We pay our respects to their Ancestors and their descendants, who continue cultural and spiritual connections to Country. We recognise their valuable contributions to Australian and global society. About This Opportunity The UQ Poche Centre for Indigenous Health is seeking a visionary, collaborative and purposeful Director to provide strategic and operational leadership for the Centre’s next phase of impact. The role will help guide a nationally significant Centre dedicated to improving health outcomes and advancing equity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples through research excellence, community leadership, cultural integrity and genuine partnership. Working closely with the Centre Executive Committee, Centre Manager, Advisory Board, partner organisations and the broader Poche Indigenous Health Network, the Centre Director will shape the Centre’s strategic agenda, strengthen respectful and reciprocal partnerships, and champion research that translates into tangible policy, practice and community outcomes. This is an opportunity to create change with a connected and inclusive community of researchers, health leaders, community-controlled organisations, government, industry and partners, while supporting the growth of the next generation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander researchers. For more information about this opportunity, please view the information pack . About You The University of Queensland considers that to perform this role, it is essential that the person is an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person. It is therefore a genuine occupational requirement under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld). The position is therefore only open to Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people. The successful candidate will be required to provide evidence to confirm that they are an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. We are seeking an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander leader with a PhD or equivalent experience in a relevant field, and recognised authority in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health, research or a closely related area. You will bring demonstrated experience delivering strategic outcomes, influencing systems change, and building partnerships grounded in self-determination, equity, cultural integrity and community leadership. You will be a confident and empathetic communicator with the ability to work across diverse stakeholders, including communities, health providers, researchers, policy leaders and partner organisations. Y ou will bring strong organisational leadership, a commitment to mentoring and workforce development, and a clear ambition to support transformative, community-informed research that improves health and wellbeing for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. 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. Interested? If you’d like to have a confidential discussion, please contact Caitlin Savage, Principal Advisor, Talent Acquisition, via talent@uq.edu.au . When you apply, please ensure you upload a resume and cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section. Other Information Pre-employment checks may include: verification of the right to work in Australia, verification of the highest academic qualification from the conferring institution, criminal history checks, and evidence to confirm that the successful candidate is an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. 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 criteria 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 : Sunday 20 September at 11.00pm AEST ( R-67586 ).
Requirements
- The University of Queensland considers that to perform this role, it is essential that the person is an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person.
- It is therefore a genuine occupational requirement under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld).
- The position is therefore only open to Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.
- The University of Queensland considers that to perform this role, it is essential that the person is an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person. It is therefore a genuine occupational requirement under section 25 of the
- The University of Queensland considers that to perform this
- it is essential that the person is an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person. It is therefore a genuine occupational requirement under section 25 of the
- Anti-Discrimination Act 1991
- (Qld). The position is therefore only open to Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people. The successful candidate will be required to provide evidence to confirm that they are an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.
- (Qld). The position is therefore only open to Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people. The successful candidate will
- to provide evidence to confirm that they are an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.
- We are seeking an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander leader with a PhD or equivalent experience in a relevant field, and recognised authority in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health, research or a closely related area.
- You will bring demonstrated experience delivering strategic outcomes, influencing systems change, and building partnerships grounded in self-determination, equity, cultural integrity and community leadership.
- an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander leader with a PhD or equivalent experience in a relevant field, and recognised authority in Aboriginal and
- Torres Strait Islander health,
- or a closely related area. You will bring demonstrated experience delivering strategic outcomes, influencing systems change, and building partnerships grounded in self-determination, equity, cultural
- and community leadership.
- You will be a confident and empathetic communicator with the ability to work across diverse stakeholders, including communities, health providers, researchers, policy leaders and partner organisations.
- Y ou will bring strong organisational leadership, a commitment to mentoring and workforce development, and a clear ambition to support transformative, community-informed research that improves health and wellbeing for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
- You will be a confident and empathetic communicator with the ability to work across diverse stakeholders, including communities, health providers, researchers, policy
- The successful candidate will be required to provide evidence to confirm that they are an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.
About This Position
When do applications close for this position?
Applications for Centre Director, UQ Poche Centre for Indigenous Health (Identified s25) at University of Queensland close on 21 September 2026. Make sure your application reaches the university's recruitment system before the deadline — late submissions are generally not accepted.
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The position is based at University of Queensland, in Toowong, AU. Check the job description above for flexible or hybrid arrangements.
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