The University of Queensland 
Herston, Australia Resumen de la oferta
The University of Queensland seeks a Postdoctoral Research Fellow or Research Fellow in Health Policy for its School of Public Health. This part-time (80%), fixed-term role lasts up to three years and is based at the Herston Campus. The position involves leading qualitative and quantitative research within an NHMRC-funded project focused on messenger effectiveness in health policy translation. Key responsibilities include conducting interviews, experimental studies, and media analysis, while translating findings to influence government and NGO stakeholders. Candidates will also supervise Honours and Higher Degree by Research students. The salary ranges from $85,373 to $141,545 plus 17% superannuation, depending on Academic Level A or B. Applicants must hold unrestricted work rights in Australia, as employer-sponsored visas are not available. Applications close on November 1st, 2026.
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Descripción del proyecto
About This Opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow/Research Fellow to lead qualitative and quantitative research within the NHMRC-funded partnership project, “Understanding and harnessing messenger effectiveness to translate evidence into health policy in Australia”. Working in a purposeful and collaborative research environment within the School of Public Health, you will be part of a multi-institutional research team working alongside five NGOs to explore how credible and persuasive messengers can strengthen understanding, trust and the use of evidence among the public and policy makers. You will contribute to research with the potential to create meaningful change in Australian health policy.
Key responsibilities will include:
This is a research focused position. Further information can be found by viewing UQ’s Criteria for Academic Performance.
For further information, please click here to view the information booklet.
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.
UQ researchers are advancing discoveries into practical health outcomes, including through a next-generation ovarian cancer screening trial designed to improve early detection. This reflects the visionary and collaborative research environment in which evidence is translated into meaningful change for communities.
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.
Interested?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Associate Professor Katherine Cullerton. For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number below in the subject line.
When you apply, please ensure you upload a resume, cover letter, and responses to the ‘About You’ section (found in the appointment booklet). Please note that applications received via email will not be accepted.
Other Information
Pre-employment checks may include verification of the right to work in Australia and qualifications checks. 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.
We’re dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ, and encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criterion but can demonstrate their potential relative to opportunity. We’re also happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process. Just let us know how we can help by emailing talent@uq.edu.au or calling +61 7 3365 2623.
Applications close Sunday 1st November 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-69657).Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for Monday 9th November 2026.
