The University of Queensland Press (UQP)
Full time
(100%)
, fixed-term position for up to 5 years
Based at
our
Long Pocket campus
with free parking
About This Opportunity
The University of Queensland Press (UQP), established
in ****, is a leading independent publishing house known for producing high-quality and culturally significant books. A four-time winner (including ****) of the ABIA Best Small Press award and proud publisher of the **** Miles Franklin Award-winning novel, UQP is recognised as one of Australia's most dynamic and influential literary publishers. UQP has launched the careers of many acclaimed Australian writers and continues to publish across fiction, non-fiction, poetry, Indigenous writing, and youth literature, gaining national and international recognition.
An exciting opportunity exists for a
Publishing Director
to lead UQP's publishing strategy and program,
acquiring
new titles for the adult
list
and managing the publishing team, while maintaining UQP's high profile throughout industry,
government
and community.
For more information about this opportunity, please view the complete
appointment booklet
.
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.
About You
We are looking for an experienced Publishing Director with relevant tertiary qualifications or experience at a senior publishing level or an equivalent combination of qualifications and workplace experience. You will
bring a strong
track record
of managing teams at an executive level, leading change, and nurturing a collaborative, high-performing culture within a small and agile environment.
You
will
possess
deep knowledge of national and international publishing trends across both trade and university press sectors, alongside
demonstrated
success in commissioning, developing, and publishing commercially
viable
and diverse books. The role requires strong commercial acumen, including experience with budgeting and securing external funding, as well as fluency with contemporary publishing tools and technologies. Exceptional communication skills, the ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships, and a willingness to engage in out-of-hours reading, travel, and broader organisational activities are essential.
Enquiries
If
you'd
like to have a confidential discussion, please contact Madonna Duffy at
******
or
Caitlin Savage
via
******
.
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
summarising how your background aligns 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
******
.
Other Information
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, criminal history checks, and other role-specific requirements.
This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.
Relocating from interstate or overseas? We may support you with obtaining employer-sponsored work rights and a relocation support package. You can find out more about life in
Australia's Sunshine State here
.
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
: Tuesday 24 February
at *****pm AEST (R-
*****
).

📌 Publishing Director, Uqp (Brisbane)
🏢 University of Queensland Press (UQP)
📍 Brisbane