Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (AIBN)

Part-time (70%), fixed-term position through to March 2028

Base salary will be in the range $119,462.94 - $141,545.09 + 17% Superannuation (Academic Level B)

Based at our vibrant St Lucia Campus

About This Opportunity

Join the Yu Group at AIBN and work on an exciting project that will focus your research efforts on nanotechnology and cancer immunotherapy. Develop your expertise and research profile working with a high performing team on cutting edge research in state-of-the-art facilities.

In this role, you will be expected to contribute to student supervision and research development, as well as service and engagement roles and activities.

Key responsibilities will include:

- Research: Contribute to and develop a research program, collaborate on research projects, seek and manage research funding, publish in reputable journals, utilize best practice research methodologies, and participate in project discussions.
- Supervision and Researcher Development: Contribute to the supervision and development of Honours and Higher Degree by Research students, facilitate engagement opportunities, provide constructive feedback and coaching, and support researcher capability and performance.
- Citizenship and Service: Demonstrate behaviours aligned with UQ values, contribute to mentoring and collaboration, participate in internal service roles and committees, support unit operations, and cultivate partnerships with industry, government, professional bodies and the wider community.

This is a research focused position. Further information can be found by viewing UQ’s Criteria for Academic Performance.

About You

- Completion or near completion of a PhD in nanotechnology, nanomedicine, immunology.
- An emerging profile in research in the discipline area.
- Evidence of publications in reputed refereed journals and presenting at conferences.
- Evidence of contributions towards successfully obtaining external research funding.
- Some experience in meaningful internal service roles and contributions towards external activities.

Pre-employment checks

- Verification of the right to work in Australia, qualifications,



mandatory immunisations.
- Checks relating to gender-based 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.

Benefits and Compensation

- Up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave.
- 17.5% annual leave loading.
- Adaptable working arrangements.
- Access to exclusive internal-only vacancies.
- Genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process.
- 17% superannuation (Academic Level B).

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, and within an environment where interdisciplinary collaborations are encouraged. As part of our commitment to excellence in research and professional practice in academic contexts, we are proud to provide our staff with access to world-class facilities and equipment, grant writing support, greater research funding opportunities, and other forms of staff support and development.

The greater benefits of joining the UQ community are broad: from being part of a Group of Eight university, to recognition of prior service with other Australian universities, up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, flexible working arrangements, access to exclusive internal-only vacancies, and genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process.

We pay our respects to the Traditional Owners and their custodianship of the lands on which UQ is situated. 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’re also happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process. This includes inviting applications from people who bring diversity to UQ – gender identity, LGBTQIA+, cultural and/or linguistic, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, or people with a disability.

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.

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 is a leading research and teaching institution, 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.

Applications close Friday 28 August 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-67535). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for mid-September.

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