Senior Indigenous Research & Community Liaison Officer

University of Queensland; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 97,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

High superannuation benefits

Flexible and hybrid work options

Health & wellbeing programs

Staff study discounts

On-campus childcare

Job summary

The University of Queensland invites applications for a Senior Project Officer based at the Moreton Bay Research Station, Minjerribah. This fixed-term, full-time role supports Indigenous-led and co-developed environmental and cultural research in collaboration with Quandamooka organisations, Elders and community members.

The role emphasizes cultural protocols, governance, and shared priorities, with a strong focus on coordinating multiple projects, reporting, and knowledge sharing across

Qualifications

• Demonstrated capability through relevant study or equivalent community-based cultural or professional experience to work effectively on environmental, research or Country-focused projects.
• Strong understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, histories and community dynamics, with the ability to work in accordance with cultural protocols, community guidance, and on-Country expectations.
• Proven experience supporting project coordination, administration and reporting, with attention to accuracy, care and accountability.
• Ability to respectfully gather, interpret and share scientific and cultural data in alignment with Indigenous Data Governance principles and culturally safe research practices.
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships with Elders, community members and research teams.
• Confidence using digital tools such as Microsoft Office to support coordination, documentation and reporting.
• Experience working in community-based settings and managing multiple responsibilities while meeting agreed timeframes.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating and supporting multiple community-led research projects, including planning, scheduling, milestone tracking and reporting.
• Supporting culturally safe engagement with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations, Elders and community members, including meetings, workshops, yarning sessions and on Country activities.
• Collating, organising and supporting analysis of project data, and contributing to accessible reports, maps and knowledge products that meet community needs.
• Supporting clear communication and knowledge sharing between community partners and university researchers, including the return of research findings in agreed and culturally appropriate formats.

Skills

Research experience

Cultural knowledge

Coordination & reporting

Data governance

Communication

MS Office

Multitasking in community settings

Job description

The University of Queensland invites applications for a Senior Project Officer based at the Moreton Bay Research Station, Minjerribah. This fixed-term, full-time role supports Indigenous-led and co-developed environmental and cultural research in collaboration with Quandamooka organisations, Elders and community members.

The role emphasizes cultural protocols, governance, and shared priorities, with a strong focus on coordinating multiple projects, reporting, and knowledge sharing across