James Cook University (JCU) is creating a brighter future for life in the Tropics and beyond, through education and research that makes a difference locally and globally.
As
Manager, Centre Research Training
, you will help advance researcher development across the ARC Centre of Excellence for Indigenous and Environmental Histories and Futures. Through on Country learning, mentoring, HDR internships and Indigenous researcher development, you will create meaningful opportunities for researchers to build capability, strengthen connections and progress their research careers.
Part-time, fixed-term opportunity until 30 June **** | 4 days per week
Academic Level C $137,****** - $157,******, plus up to 17% super
Based at the Cairns Nguma-bada campus, with flexible location arrangements considered for the right candidate
ABOUT THE ROLE
The
Manager, Centre Research Training
leads the development and implementation of an ambitious Research Training and Ethics Program across the ARC Centre of Excellence for Indigenous and Environmental Histories and Futures. Working with Centre colleagues, researchers, communities and partner organisations, you will strengthen research capability and support the development of graduate researchers, early career researchers and Indigenous scholars.
You will oversee a diverse portfolio that includes on Country research training, a large-scale HDR internship program, mentoring and professional development activities, and the Indigenous Early Career Researcher Cohort Program. Through these initiatives, you will help create an inclusive and culturally informed environment in which emerging researchers can develop, connect and thrive.
WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE
You are a collaborative and culturally capable academic leader with a PhD or equivalent qualification and substantial experience in tertiary education, graduate research support, supervision or researcher development. You bring the leadership,



mentoring and program management skills needed to translate ideas into meaningful development opportunities for emerging researchers.
An effective communicator and relationship builder, you work confidently across academic, community and industry settings and engage respectfully with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Experience developing professional learning programs, masterclasses, short courses, internships or mentoring initiatives will be highly regarded.
WHY JCU
JCU offers a dynamic and culturally diverse workplace where your ideas are valued, your professional growth is supported, and your work-life balance is respected. Working under the values of
Authenticity
,
Excellence
,
Integrity
, and
Respect
, we support and empower our people through the provisions of;
A generous superannuation scheme with up to 17% employer contributions with UniSuper
5 weeks of annual recreation leave plus leave loading
15 days paid sick/carers leave per year
Up to 6 months paid parental leave
A range of flexible working options
Staff study assistance and paid study leave
Ongoing professional development support
Fitness Passport
Corporate discount on health insurance
Free Employee Assistance Program (coaching and counselling)
Well-equipped modern facilities and contemporary workspaces with access to on-site childcare and medical services at our Townsville and Cairns' campuses
ABOUT OUR PROCESS
At JCU, we are committed to employing individuals who meet the requirements of the role and align with our values. All applicants will be contacted and advised of an outcome once the recruitment process is finalised.
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James Cook University encourages people from all backgrounds who meet the role requirements to apply. We value and celebrate the diversity of our community and are committed to providing a safe, inclusive and welcoming learning and working workplace.
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📌 Manager, Centre Research Training (Queensland)
🏢 James Cook University Careers
📍 Queensland