Associate Director (Research Programs, Outcomes and Impact)

About This Opportunity

As Associate Director (Research Programs, Outcomes and Impact), you will play a pivotal leadership role within UQ’s Research Office, driving how the University designs and delivers large, interdisciplinary research programs that create real-world impact. Reporting to the Executive Director (Research Office), this role sits at the heart of UQ’s research ecosystem, working in close partnership with researchers, senior leaders and external stakeholders to advance research outcomes, impact and public good.

You will lead a high-performing professional services team and work across boundaries to catalyse collaboration, strengthen community partnerships and support mission-oriented, place-based and programmatic research initiatives.

About You

You are an experienced research professional or higher education leader with a deep understanding of the national and international research environment. You bring a strong track record of enabling complex, interdisciplinary initiatives, building trusted relationships with diverse stakeholders and translating strategic intent into practical frameworks, programs and outcomes.