• Faculty of Science

• Full-time, fixed-term position until August 2026.

• Base salary will be in the range of $104,616.68  - $113,920.12 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 7)

• Based at our St Lucia location

About This Opportunity

In this short‑term opportunity, the Principal Communications Officer will play a key role in bringing to life stories of impact across the Faculty of Science. You’ll plan, create and deliver compelling communication activities that support UQ and Faculty priorities, with a strong focus on research promotion, while also contributing to internal communications and reputation management. You’ll help amplify our research capability, impact and achievements across Faculty and UQ channels, including social media and digital platforms, as well as provide strategic communication support to key internal stakeholders. You’ll write, film and edit video content as well as manage Bris Science – a public lecture series that brings science out of labs and to the people.  

You’ll also be part of a collaborative, high‑performing Marketing, Communications and Future Students team who deliver creative, impactful and audience‑focused communications, marketing, digital content and future‑student engagement.

Key responsibilities will include: 

Communications

• Working with the Senior Manager, Manager, and central Marketing and Communications, contribute to the development and delivery of the Faculty Marketing and Communication plan, ensuring that the Faculty’s strategic priorities are appropriately supported by central and local communication efforts.

• Contribute to managing the delivery of communication services across the Faculty to meet local requirements in research promotion and stakeholder engagement.

• Play a key role in the promotion of Faculty research to increase recognition of academic contribution, identifying and leveraging the appropriate Faculty and School channels and external channels through which to build the profile of the Faculty’s research capability and impact and its high-performing academics.

Stakeholder relationships

• Cultivate positive relationships and effective communication with internal and external stakeholders, including Faculty experts and professional teams, ensuring delivery surpasses expectation

Teamwork

• Contribute to a high performing, fast-paced, audience-focussed Marketing, Communications and Future Students Unit, Faculty of Science.

• Contribute to a culture of teamwork, sharing knowledge, continual improvement and high quality service delivery.

For a copy of the full position description, please email [email protected]

About You

• Tertiary qualifications with at least four (4) years’ subsequent relevant experience in communication or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training

• Strong knowledge in contemporary communication practices, as demonstrated through recent work experience and a track record of successful delivery.

• Experience delivering communications content and services to support promotion of research discoveries, impact and research capabilities

• High level of proficiency using marketing and communications platforms and software.

• Demonstrated experience translating complex information into plain language as demonstrated through recent work experience and a track record of successful delivery.

• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills with a variety of internal and external stakeholders and suppliers.

• Demonstrated analytical and interpretative skills and an ability to exercise judgement and problem solve.

• Proven ability to multi-task, prioritise and manage projects, work independently and proactively, and meet deadlines with attention to detail

• Demonstrated initiative, flexibility and outcomes focussed.

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 and criminal history check. This may also include 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.

Questions? 

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Kellie Colahan via [email protected]

For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at [email protected], stating the job requisition ID in the subject line.

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

• A brief cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for the role

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 [email protected].

Other Information 

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 17 February at 11.00pm AEST (R-60580). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for late February 2026.

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