The University of Queensland 
Herston, Australia Offer Summary
The University of Queensland’s Frazer Institute in Herston, Australia, seeks a Senior Research Assistant for gynaecological cancer research. This part-time (0.8FTE) fixed-term role runs until December 2027. The position involves managing complex clinical and laboratory datasets, analyzing data to support project deliverables, and drafting scientific manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals. Candidates require a tertiary qualification in health or biomedical sciences, plus experience in data management, statistical software (R, SPSS, Python), and scientific writing. The base salary ranges from $97,268 to $104,348 AUD annually, plus 17% superannuation. Applicants must hold unrestricted Australian work rights; employer-sponsored visas are not available. The application deadline is Tuesday, 10 November 2026, with tentative interviews scheduled for 17 November 2026.
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Project Description
About This Opportunity
Join a purpose-driven research team at the forefront of improving outcomes for women affected by gynaecological cancer.
Based within the Queensland Centre for Gynaecological Cancer Research at the Frazer Institute, this exciting opportunity will see you contribute to impactful clinical and translational research that advances scientific knowledge and supports meaningful change in patient care.
Working alongside leading researchers, clinicians and collaborators, you will play a pivotal role in transforming complex research data into high-quality scientific outputs, helping to drive discoveries from the laboratory and clinical trials to real-world clinical impact.
As part of UQ's collaborative and inclusive research community, you will be challenged, inspired and rewarded while working with talented colleagues committed to research excellence and improving lives.
In this role, you will:
About You
About UQ
As part of the UQ community, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, working together to create a better world. Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available.
Enjoy up to 26 weeks paid parental and primary care leave, 17% super, 17.5% leave loading, flexible and hybrid working options, health and wellbeing programs, a heavily discounted Study for Staff program, on‑campus childcare, , and salary packaging.
Interested?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Dr Eva Baxter – e.baxter@uq.edu.au
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 and cover letter summarizing how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section.
Other Information
Pre-employment checks may include verification of the right to work in Australia, criminal history checks and mandatory immunisations. 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 criteria 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 Tuesday 10 November 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-69390). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for the 17 November 2026.
