Lead one of Australia's premier microscopy and microanalysis facilities Shape world-class research infrastructure and scientific capability Build global partnerships and drive research excellence across disciplines

ABOUT US

The University of Queensland (UQ) is one of Australia's leading research-intensive universities and consistently ranks among the world's top 50 institutions. Renowned for delivering transformative education, pioneering research and meaningful community impact, UQ is home to world-class researchers, outstanding facilities and an extensive global network of collaborators. The Centre for Microscopy and Microanalysis (CMM) is one of Australia's premier collaborative research facilities, supporting cutting-edge research across materials science, engineering, life sciences, quantum technologies, energy, resources and advanced manufacturing. Home to internationally recognised expertise and some of the nation's most sophisticated microscopy, imaging and microanalysis capabilities, the Centre enables discoveries that extend from biological systems to materials characterised at the atomic scale. As a foundation member of Microscopy Australia's Queensland node, CMM plays a critical role in Australia's national research infrastructure.

ABOUT THE CHANCE

This is an exceptional opportunity to lead one of Australia's most advanced scientific research facilities at a time of significant opportunity and growth. Reporting to the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Research Infrastructure), you will provide strategic and academic leadership for the Centre while shaping its future direction, research capability and national profile. Leading a highly skilled multidisciplinary team, you will oversee world-leading microscopy and microanalysis platforms, guide major infrastructure investment, foster interdisciplinary collaboration, and strengthen partnerships across academia, government and industry. You will champion research excellence, develop new funding opportunities, enhance national and international collaborations, and ensure the Centre continues to deliver outstanding scientific capability, education, training and service to researchers and industry alike.



This role offers the opportunity to influence research across multiple disciplines while positioning UQ at the forefront of global scientific discovery and innovation.

ABOUT YOU

You are an internationally respected academic leader with the vision, credibility and collaborative leadership style to guide a world-class research facility. You will demonstrate:

- A PhD (or equivalent) together with an internationally recognised research profile in Science, Engineering or a closely aligned discipline.
- A strong track record leading complex research infrastructure, scientific facilities or major collaborative research environments.
- Demonstrated success securing significant competitive research funding and developing strategic investment opportunities.
- Proven ability to build trusted relationships across universities, research organisations, government and industry.
- Outstanding strategic leadership, financial management and organisational capability.
- A collaborative and inclusive leadership style with experience developing high-performing multidisciplinary teams.
- The ability to translate scientific capability into research impact, innovation and long-term institutional value.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and advocacy skills with a strong commitment to research excellence and collaboration.

The University of Queensland (UQ) acknowledges the Traditional Owners and their custodianship of the lands on which UQ is situated. We pay our respects to their Ancestors and their descendants, who continue cultural and spiritual connections to Country.

At the University of Queensland, we are proud to be one of Australia’s leading research and teaching institutions, consistently ranking among the top 50 universities worldwide. As a member of the prestigious Group of Eight (Go8) universities,



UQ is widely recognised for its intensive focus on research and teaching excellence – evidenced by our numerous accolades including more teaching awards than any other Australian University and reflected in UQ being the number one recipient of ARC Fellowships and Awards nationally across all scheme years (totalling 452 awards worth $339 million).

Our state-of-the-art facilities, libraries, and cutting-edge research centres offer unparalleled opportunities for academic and professional growth. With five faculties, a number of globally recognised research institutes, and over 100 research centres, we attract an interdisciplinary community of more than 7000 staff, supporting more than 55,000 current students from over 137 countries.

UQ is dedicated to supporting the career aspirations of our students and staff. Our comprehensive career services provide personalized guidance, skills development, and networking opportunities to help you achieve your professional goals. Whether you are a student seeking internships and job placements or a staff member looking for career advancement, UQ is here to support you every step of the way.

UQ values equity, diversity and inclusion and seeks to reflect the broader community by attracting and retaining high-quality staff from a range of backgrounds.

Our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion aims to ensure that everyone at UQ feels valued and empowered to achieve their full potential.

We are particularly interested to hear from people who bring diversity to UQ – whether that be gender identity, LGBTQIA+, cultural and/or linguistic, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, or people with a disability.

Whether you are a recent graduate, an Academic, or an experienced professional, UQ offers a wide range of opportunities to help you grow and succeed.

Explore our current job openings, discover our programs, and become part of a community that is dedicated to creating lasting, meaningful impact for the communities in which we live and work.

For more information about working at UQ and our employee benefits (such as generous leave provisions, 17% superannuation, flexible working arrangements, and health and wellness discounts) please visit Why Work at UQ.

- generous leave provisions
- 17% superannuation
- flexible working arrangements
- health and wellness discounts

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📌 Director, Centre for Microscopy and Microanalysis (Queensland)
🏢 The University of Queensland
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