"Professor/Associate Professor in Allied Health - Conjoint with Children's Health Queensland"

Professor/Associate Professor in Allied Health - Conjoint with Children's Health Queensland

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locations

St Lucia Campus

time type

Full time

posted on

Posted 30+ Days Ago

job requisition id

R-50717

• Conjoint position between UQ’s Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences (HMBS) & Children's Health Queensland (CHQ)
• Full-time (100%), fixed-term position for up to 5 years
• Base salary will be in the range $165,287.49 - $212,454.51 + 17% Superannuation (Academic Level D or E)
• Based at the Queensland Children’s Hospital in South Brisbane

About This Opportunity

The Professor (Level E) / Associate Professor (Level D) in Allied Health Research will provide strategic leadership in clinical and health service research focused on children and young people, aligning with the priorities of UQ, CHQ, and broader paediatric research agendas. The role will offer expert guidance to senior leaders across CHQ and UQ, drive the development of a strong research culture in allied health, and enhance capability, capacity, and impact in this area. The appointee will also be responsible for supervising higher degree research students and integrating research into teaching and clinical practice.

As a leader in this space, you will:

• Shape the future of paediatric allied health: Drive strategic research initiatives that align with the bold visions of UQ, CHQ, and national/international priorities.
• Elevate research excellence: Cultivate a thriving research culture, mentor the next generation of researchers, and build a robust research ecosystem.
• Influence key stakeholders: Provide expert guidance to senior leadership at CHQ and UQ, shaping research agendas and driving impactful outcomes.
• Translate research into practice: Bridge the gap between research and clinical care, ensuring that our findings directly improve the lives of children and families.
• Recruit and mentor top talent: Supervise high-achieving research students and foster a collaborative and supportive research environment.

The employing entity of this position (UQ or CHQ) will be negotiated with the preferred applicant.

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

About You

We're looking for an exceptional leader in allied health research with a focus on children and young people, bringing proven strategic direction and the ability to secure significant external funding. You'll have an outstanding publication record and a history of achieving clinical impact from your research, along with expert clinical experience in paediatrics. You will be able to demonstrate excellence in building partnerships through strong communication skills, extensive experience in clinical research methodology, and a distinguished background in teaching and supervising postgraduate students.

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, education check, either AHPRA or relevant professional registration plus blue card, and immunisations against measles, mumps, rubella (MMR), varicella (chicken pox), and pertussis (whooping cough). Employer-sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

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Questions?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Associate Professor Leanne Johnston (Executive Director, Allied Health, CHQ) via leanne.johnston3@health.qld.gov.au or Professor Sandy Brauer (Deputy Executive Dean, UQ’s Faculty of HMBS) via s.brauer@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?

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

• Resume
• Cover letter responding to the ‘About You’ section of the information booklet above (max. three pages)

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.

We know one of our strengths 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. Reach out to talent@uq.edu.au for accessibility support or adjustments.

Applications close Thursday 24 July at 11.00pm AEST (R-50717).