Principal Research Coordinator
- The University of Queensland
- Australia, QLD
- Jun 12, 2026
Job Description:
Full-time, fixed-term position for up to 2 years
Base salary will be in the range $104,616.68 - $113,920.12 + 17% super (HEW Level 7)
Based at our Herston location
About This Opportunity
Join the Australian Women and Girls’ Health Research (AWaGHR) Centre, a collaborative and globally connected centre driven by a shared purpose to improve the health and wellbeing of women and girls. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced research professional to contribute to high impact work that is shaping global understanding of menstrual health. The role sits within the School of Public Health and is based at our Herston campus.
As Principal Project Officer, you will play a central role in coordinating the delivery of complex international research projects that generate evidence to inform policy, investment and action. This includes supporting the Adolescent Menstrual Experiences and Health Cohort (AMEHC) study and the Architecture for Menstrual Health Indicators (AiMHI) collaboration, both of which are focused on strengthening cross context evidence to advance menstrual health outcomes.
Working in a dynamic and cross cultural environment, you will bring structure to complex projects and help ensure research is delivered with integrity, rigour and real world impact. You will work closely with senior researchers, partners and stakeholders across multiple settings, supporting collaboration, implementation and high quality project delivery. The role also requires a willingness and ability to undertake international travel to support global partnerships and project activities. Existing Australian work rights are required for this position.
Key responsibilities include:
Coordinating the end to end operational delivery of international research projects, ensuring timelines, methodologies, milestones and outcomes are achieved.
Managing research governance, ethics approvals and compliance requirements across multiple jurisdictions.
Supporting project monitoring, evaluation and reporting activities, including budget tracking and funder reporting.
Facilitating effective communication and collaboration across global partners, including training activities, workshops and stakeholder engagement.
Supporting senior study investigators by improving systems, coordinating workflows and helping maintain high standards of project delivery and research quality.
About You
You are an organised and capable research professional with experience supporting complex research activities across multiple stakeholders, timelines and regulatory environments. You bring strong attention to detail, sound judgement, and a commitment to delivering high quality research support in a collaborative and fast paced setting. You are comfortable working across cultures and contexts, and you value the importance of strong relationships, clear communication and practical coordination.
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:
A postgraduate or undergraduate qualification in health, psychology and social sciences.
Relevant experience coordinating or delivering quantitative public health research and or clinical trials.
Demonstrated expertise in research governance, ethics and compliance processes.
Strong project management skills, including managing budgets, competing priorities and reporting requirements.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare reports, edit research materials and work effectively with diverse stakeholders across cultural contexts.
Proven ability to work independently, use initiative and continuously improve processes in support of senior researchers.
Experience supporting or mentoring junior staff or students within a research environment.
A willingness and ability to undertake international travel, with experience in research delivery in low and middle income country settings viewed favourably.
We recognise that experience can vary, and even if you do not meet every requirement, we encourage you to reach out for a confidential discussion about this opportunity.
About UQ
As part of the UQ community, you will work alongside some of the brightest and most inquisitive minds, united by a shared purpose of creating change together. At UQ, collaboration, curiosity and impact are at the heart of everything we do. Our research community is tackling some of the world’s most pressing challenges, including improving health outcomes and equity for women and girls globally.
Join a community where excellence is central to our culture, contributions are valued, and a wide range of benefits and rewards are available. Enjoy 17% super, 17.5% leave loading, flexible and hybrid working options, health and wellbeing programs, a heavily discounted Study for Staff program, and salary packaging.
Interested?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Associate Professor Julie Hennegan. For application enquiries, please contact the Talent Acquisition team at [email protected], stating the job reference number in the subject line. When applying, please upload your resume and a cover letter outlining how your background aligns with the requirements of the role. Applications received by email will not be accepted.
Other Information
You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this position. Pre employment checks may include verification of the right to work in Australia, criminal history checks, mandatory immunisations checks, and other checks relating to integrity and conduct requirements where applicable.
Applications close Monday 22 June 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-65700). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for Monday 29 June 2026
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Job Description:
Full-time, fixed-term position for up to 2 years
Base salary will be in the range $104,616.68 - $113,920.12 + 17% super (HEW Level 7)
Based at our Herston location
About This Opportunity
Join the Australian Women and Girls’ Health Research (AWaGHR) Centre, a collaborative and globally connected centre driven by a shared purpose to improve the health and wellbeing of women and girls. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced research professional to contribute to high impact work that is shaping global understanding of menstrual health. The role sits within the School of Public Health and is based at our Herston campus.
As Principal Project Officer, you will play a central role in coordinating the delivery of complex international research projects that generate evidence to inform policy, investment and action. This includes supporting the Adolescent Menstrual Experiences and Health Cohort (AMEHC) study and the Architecture for Menstrual Health Indicators (AiMHI) collaboration, both of which are focused on strengthening cross context evidence to advance menstrual health outcomes.
Working in a dynamic and cross cultural environment, you will bring structure to complex projects and help ensure research is delivered with integrity, rigour and real world impact. You will work closely with senior researchers, partners and stakeholders across multiple settings, supporting collaboration, implementation and high quality project delivery. The role also requires a willingness and ability to undertake international travel to support global partnerships and project activities. Existing Australian work rights are required for this position.
Key responsibilities include:
Coordinating the end to end operational delivery of international research projects, ensuring timelines, methodologies, milestones and outcomes are achieved.
Managing research governance, ethics approvals and compliance requirements across multiple jurisdictions.
Supporting project monitoring, evaluation and reporting activities, including budget tracking and funder reporting.
Facilitating effective communication and collaboration across global partners, including training activities, workshops and stakeholder engagement.
Supporting senior study investigators by improving systems, coordinating workflows and helping maintain high standards of project delivery and research quality.
About You
You are an organised and capable research professional with experience supporting complex research activities across multiple stakeholders, timelines and regulatory environments. You bring strong attention to detail, sound judgement, and a commitment to delivering high quality research support in a collaborative and fast paced setting. You are comfortable working across cultures and contexts, and you value the importance of strong relationships, clear communication and practical coordination.
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:
A postgraduate or undergraduate qualification in health, psychology and social sciences.
Relevant experience coordinating or delivering quantitative public health research and or clinical trials.
Demonstrated expertise in research governance, ethics and compliance processes.
Strong project management skills, including managing budgets, competing priorities and reporting requirements.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare reports, edit research materials and work effectively with diverse stakeholders across cultural contexts.
Proven ability to work independently, use initiative and continuously improve processes in support of senior researchers.
Experience supporting or mentoring junior staff or students within a research environment.
A willingness and ability to undertake international travel, with experience in research delivery in low and middle income country settings viewed favourably.
We recognise that experience can vary, and even if you do not meet every requirement, we encourage you to reach out for a confidential discussion about this opportunity.
About UQ
As part of the UQ community, you will work alongside some of the brightest and most inquisitive minds, united by a shared purpose of creating change together. At UQ, collaboration, curiosity and impact are at the heart of everything we do. Our research community is tackling some of the world’s most pressing challenges, including improving health outcomes and equity for women and girls globally.
Join a community where excellence is central to our culture, contributions are valued, and a wide range of benefits and rewards are available. Enjoy 17% super, 17.5% leave loading, flexible and hybrid working options, health and wellbeing programs, a heavily discounted Study for Staff program, and salary packaging.
Interested?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Associate Professor Julie Hennegan. For application enquiries, please contact the Talent Acquisition team at [email protected], stating the job reference number in the subject line. When applying, please upload your resume and a cover letter outlining how your background aligns with the requirements of the role. Applications received by email will not be accepted.
Other Information
You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this position. Pre employment checks may include verification of the right to work in Australia, criminal history checks, mandatory immunisations checks, and other checks relating to integrity and conduct requirements where applicable.
Applications close Monday 22 June 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-65700). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for Monday 29 June 2026
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