Commissioning Editor (Identified s25)

• University of Queensland Press (UQP)
• Full-time, permanent position
• Base salary will be in the range $104,616 - $113,920 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 7)
• This position is open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates only, as a genuine occupational requirement, to commission and publish titles for UQP’s adult list
• Based at our Long Pocket campus

About This Opportunity

An exciting opportunity is available for a Commissioning Editor to join the University of Queensland Press (UQP). In this role, you will commission and publish titles for UQP’s adult list that are commercially viable and/or culturally important, including having a strong involvement with First Nations writers.

Key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• The University of Queensland and UQP are strongly committed to championing the work and voices of First Nations writers: Therefore, the successful candidate will spend time with First Nations community and networks to develop potential new book projects.
• Acquire, develop and structurally edit titles across fiction, non-fiction and poetry.
• Manage a pipeline of projects, publishing at least 8 titles annually.
• Assess submissions and present manuscripts for acquisition decisions.
• Oversee projects end-to-end, including budgets, negotiations, and collaboration with marketing, sales and freelance teams.

For further information, please click here to view the information booklet.

About You

Genuine Occupational Requirement: 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 successful candidate will be required to provide evidence to confirm that they are an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.

• A degree level qualification in Humanities, Social Sciences or related field with at least four (4) years subsequent relevant experience in a publishing environment; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education and or training.
• Proven in establishing and developing strong professional relationships with the writing community. Prior experience engaging and communicating with Indigenous authors and communities is highly desirable.
• A sound understanding of current market trends in literary publishing, both nationally and internationally.
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively within a team and with external stakeholders.

Desirable

• Postgraduate qualifications in Editing and Publishing.

Want to Apply?

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

• Cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section
• Resume

Applications close Sunday, 26 April 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-62866).