"Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Vice-President Research"

Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Vice-President Research

• An attractive salary package will be negotiated.
• Fixed-term, full-time
• Gardens Point

Term: This appointment will be offered on a fixed-term, full-time basis for five (5) years.Remuneration: An attractive remuneration package will be negotiated with the successful applicant.Location: This position is primarily based at our Gardens Point campus.Job opens: 23 March 2026Applications Close: Monday, 20 April 2026 at 11:30pm AEST

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking an exceptional research leader to join the Vice-Chancellor's Executive Team as Deputy Vice-Chancellor

Research and Vice-President Research (DVCR). This is a rare opportunity to drive a bold research agenda at a university defined by real-world impact, interdisciplinary ambition, and a deep commitment to making a difference for the communities it serves.

As DVCR, you will be the architect of a research culture that is ambitious, collaborative, inclusive and rapidly translating discovery into real-world benefit.

Apply now and join us in shaping the future of research at one of Australia's most dynamic universities. Real world impactQUT is a major Australian university with a global reputation and a ‘real world’ focus. Our courses equip our students and graduates with the skills and mindset they need to realise their full potential in a rapidly changing world.

With more than 50,000 students across two inner-city campuses in Brisbane, QUT offers academic programs in fields spanning business, creative industries, education, engineering, health, law, science and social justice across five faculties.

We are an ambitious institution, with strong research programs which connect with fundamental enquiry into societal outcomes.

QUT is well known for our strong links to industry and government, and our interdisciplinary teams create high-impact research in areas as diverse as climate change mitigation, digital media, materials science and biomedical innovation. About youThe successful candidate will demonstrate:

1. International recognition as a research leader with a strong personal scholarly record
2. Proven track record in research strategy, performance uplift and culture change at scale
3. Success in building industry, government and community research partnerships
4. Executive leadership experience in a complex, values-driven organisation
5. Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity and Indigenous Australian engagement

Life at QUT

At QUT, we know that the real world is about more than just work. Beyond personal and professional fulfilment, life at QUT offers:

• A healthy work-life balance with a blend of on campus and off campus work arrangements for applicable positions.
• 17% super to help you retire in style.
• 26 weeks paid parental leave (with super) for primary carers.
• Salary packaging, Fitness Passport and health insurance discounts.
• Professional development, leadership programs, and study support.
• Commitment to our Indigenous Australian staff networks, leave, development programs, and committee representation.

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Belong at QUT

We’re committed to creating a safe, inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. We also strongly encourage applications from people of all cultures, ages, abilities, genders, sexualities, and linguistic backgrounds.

We warmly invite Aboriginal Australian and Torres Strait Islander people to apply, in line with our goal of 3.6% Indigenous Australian workforce participation.

We see diversity as our strength – find out more

How to Apply

To apply, submit your online application by clicking the ‘Begin’ button below.Your application must include:A current Curriculum Vitae; andA statement addressing the selection criteria.

Applications Close: Monday, 20 April 2026 at 11:30pm AEST

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