About This Opportunity

Join UQ’s Strategic Partnerships Office in a pivotal role shaping the growth of Australia’s quantum ecosystem. As the Ecosystem Development Manager of the Quantum Australia Qld Node, you will lead engagement initiatives that connect industry, government, startups, and researchers, elevating Queensland’s presence in a rapidly advancing national landscape.

Working closely with counterparts across the country, you will design and deliver high-impact programs and events, strengthen stakeholder networks, and generate insights that drive visibility, collaboration, and momentum across the quantum community. This is a unique opportunity to operate at the intersection of technology, industry development, and strategic partnership building, contributing to a vibrant, future-focused national capability.

If you are a skilled connector with strong project coordination experience and a passion for cultivating innovation ecosystems, and you are seeking a role where you can drive impact and shape a growing national capability, we encourage you to apply.

Key responsibilities will include

• Lead the development and delivery of engagement programs, events, and initiatives that grow participation in Queensland’s and Australia’s quantum ecosystem.
• Build and maintain a broad network of industry, government, startup, and research stakeholders, acting as a trusted connector across the community.
• Capture and analyse metrics, insights, and stories to enhance visibility, support national reporting, and contribute to coordinated marketing and communications activities.
• Provide governance, reporting, and operational support for the QLD Node, including financial analysis, data coordination, and contribution to strategic and compliance processes.

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.

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:

• Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave/paid primary care leave
• 17% superannuation contributions + 17.5% annual leave loading
• Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight
• Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family
• Career development opportunities –access to exclusive internal-only vacancies and our Study for Staff program
• On campus childcare options
• Affordable parking (from just $6.15 a day)
• Salary packaging options

About You

• Equipped with a relevant degree or equivalent combination of experience coordinating complex, multi-stakeholder projects or programs.
• Skilled in building and maintaining strong relationships with diverse internal and external stakeholders, keeping a community-focused and client-centred approach.
• Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, track milestones, and deliver on time.
• Adept at planning, delivering, and evaluating marketing, communications, and engagement activities, including forums, workshops, and collaborative events.
• Experienced in designing and improving administrative and operational systems, including developing procedures for project and financial tracking and reporting.
• Proficient in using databases and CRM systems to manage information and support project delivery.
• Proactive and capable in coordinating complex projects, managing multiple issues simultaneously, and ensuring outcomes are achieved.

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including right to work in Australia and a criminal check.

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.

Questions?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Elise Barker at elise.barker@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.

Want to Apply?

We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload:

• Resume
• A cover letter summarising how your background aligns with the 'About You' section

Our strength as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact talent@uq.edu.au.

Other Information

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

Applications close Monday 12 January 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-58944).