Contract Biofabrication Jobs (NOW HIRING)

• School of Chemical Engineering - Faculty of EAIT

• Herston Biofabrication Institute (HBI)

• Full-time (100%), fixed-term position through to 31/12/2027

• Base salary will be in the range $104,616.68 - $113,920.12 + 17% super (HEW Level 7)

• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position

• Based at our St Lucia Campus and Herston - Brisbane

This is a great opportunity for a Principal Research Partnerships Coordinator and play a pivotal role in advancing the research development and partnership management activities of the Herston Biofabrication Institute (HBI), a joint initiative between The University of Queensland and Metro North Health.

Working closely with the Research Director, you will support the translation of visionary research into realworld impact by enabling strong collaborations between researchers, clinicians, industry and government partners. You will join a highly collaborative, interdisciplinary environment where curiosity, purpose and partnership drive meaningful change for health outcomes in Queensland and beyond.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Providing strategic advice to researchers and clinicians on current and emerging research funding opportunities, including eligibility, compliance and submission processes.

• Supporting the development of highquality grant and fellowship applications through expert coordination, review and writing support.

• Managing and coordinating research contracts and partnership agreements from negotiation through to execution.

• Preparing reports, briefing papers, metrics and meeting materials to support informed decisionmaking and research performance tracking.

You will bring a proactive, organised and partnershipfocused approach, with the ability to navigate complex research environments and communicate with confidence across disciplines.

• Undergraduate qualifications in a relevant discipline, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and education or training.

• Demonstrated experience in research development, research partnerships, or project coordination within a higher education or health research context.

• Knowledge of the Australian research funding landscape, including major funding bodies and grant processes.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear and compelling narratives.

• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain timelines and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.

• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with experience coordinating meetings, consultations and collaborative activities.

• A collaborative, inclusive mindset, with the capacity to work independently while contributing positively to a team environment.

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, working together to create a better world. Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available.

Enjoy up to 26 weeks paid parental and primary care leave, 17% super, 17.5% leave loading, health and wellbeing programs, a heavily discounted Study for Staff program, oncampus childcare, affordable parking, and salary packaging.

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Associate Professor Joy Wolfram via j.wolfram@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.

When you apply, please ensure you upload a resume and cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the 'About You' section. Please note that applications received via email will not be accepted.

Preemployment checks may include verification of the right to work in Australia and mandatory immunisations checks. This may also include checks relating to genderbased 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.

We are dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ and encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criteria but can demonstrate their potential relative to opportunity. We are also happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process. Just let us know how we can help by emailing talent@uq.edu.au or calling +61 7 3365 2623.

Applications close on Monday 22 June 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R64932)