Senior Project Officer, Moreton Bay Research Station

UQ College

. Coordinate and support multiple community-led research projects .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeDunwich • AustraliaSenior💰 A$97,269 - A$104,349 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong project coordination and administration skills while effectively engaging with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Capable of gathering and sharing data in culturally safe ways, ensuring alignment with community protocols and governance.

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Project CoordinationCultural Protocols ComplianceInterpersonal CommunicationData AnalysisCommunity Engagement

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Hard Skills

Project AdministrationData InterpretationReport PreparationEnvironmental ResearchCultural Research Practices

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsRelationship Building

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office

Certifications & Qualifications

Evidence of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Identity

Industry Keywords

Community-Led ResearchIndigenous Data GovernanceCulturally Safe EngagementOn-Country ActivitiesCommunity Dynamics

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate and support multiple community-led research projects
Plan, schedule, track milestones and prepare reports
Support culturally safe engagement with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations, Elders and community members
Facilitate and support meetings, workshops, yarning sessions and on-Country activities
Collate, organise and support analysis of project data
Contribute to accessible reports, maps and knowledge products meeting community needs
Support communication and knowledge sharing between community partners and university researchers
Return research findings in agreed and culturally appropriate formats
Strengthen respectful, community-driven research partnerships
Ensure research activity aligns with cultural protocols, community governance and shared priorities

Requirements

What you’ll need

This position is open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates only, as a genuine occupational requirement under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld)
Required to provide evidence confirming Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identity
Demonstrated capability through relevant study or equivalent community-based cultural or professional experience to work effectively on environmental, research or Country-focused projects
Strong understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, histories and community dynamics
Ability to work in accordance with cultural protocols, community guidance and on-Country expectations
Proven experience supporting project coordination, administration and reporting
Ability to respectfully gather, interpret and share scientific and cultural data in alignment with Indigenous Data Governance principles and culturally safe research practices
Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to build trusted relationships with Elders, community members and research teams
Confidence using digital tools such as Microsoft Office
Experience working in community-based settings and managing multiple responsibilities while meeting agreed timeframes
An Aboriginal person who is part of the Minjerribah | Terrangerri Quandamooka community or is known to the community is highly desirable
Resume and cover letter required
Right to work in Australia verification may be required

Benefits

Comp & perks

17% superannuation
Up to 26 weeks paid parental and primary care leave
17.5% leave loading
Flexible and hybrid working options
Health and wellbeing programs
Heavily discounted Study for Staff program
On-campus childcare
Affordable parking
Salary packaging
Cultural leave
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Staff Network
Accessibility support throughout the recruitment process