• School of Languages and Cultures
• Two positions available: full-time, fixed-term positions for up to three-years
• Base salary will be in the range $83,698 - $111,431 + 17% Superannuation (Academic Level A)
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply
• Based at our St Lucia campus

About This Opportunity

Two Postdoctoral Research Fellow positions are available to join Professor Felicity Meakins on the Australian Research Council Laureate project ‘Amplifying Indigenous Ecological Knowledge in Western Science with Language’.

These roles offer an exciting opportunity to develop a three-year research program at the intersection of First Nations language and ecology. Applicants are encouraged to propose projects aligned with their expertise, such as linguistic description, computational biology, pedagogy, creative arts and/or Indigenous Knowledges, developed in partnership with one or more First Nations communities with whom they have an existing or emerging relationship. Alternatively, a range of potential projects are available for discussion with Professor Meakins prior to application.

The positions provide intellectual independence, sustained research support, long-term career development and the chance to work at the forefront of ethical, community-engaged research.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Research

• Produce quality research outputs consistent with discipline norms by publishing or exhibiting in high quality outlets.
• Develop a coherent research program and an emerging research profile.
• Review and draw upon best practice research methodologies.

Teaching

• Teach one course a year in the Linguistics Major or the Graduate Certificate in Indigenous Language Revitalisation.

Supervision and Researcher Development

• Contribute to the effective supervision of Honours and Higher Degree by Research students (as appropriate).

Citizenship and Service

• Demonstrate citizenship behaviours that align to the UQ values.
• Collaborate in First Nations service activities external to the immediate organisation unit.

This is a research focused position. Further information can be found by viewing UQ’s Criteria for Academic Performance.

About You

• Submission of a PhD in the discipline area at the time of start date.
• An emerging profile in research in the discipline area.
• Evidence of community engagement with (a) First Nations group/s beyond standard research projects.
• Demonstrated experience contributing to externally funded research projects or grant applications.
• Capacity to work collaboratively within interdisciplinary research environments.
• Willingness to contribute to service and engagement activities appropriate to Level A.

Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks, which may include verification of the right to work in Australia, qualifications and criminal history checks. 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.

Questions?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Professor Felicity Meakins.

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
• Cover letter
• One page project proposal
• Responses to 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, particularly from Australia’s First Nations Peoples. 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 Wednesday 4 March 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-61204).