Strategy, Entrepreneurship or Innovation Academics

• Business School
• 3 Full-time (100%), permanent positions
• Academic Levels B-D
• Based at our St Lucia campus

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.

About These Opportunities

The Business School is seeking to appoint three positions in the areas of Innovation, Strategy, or Entrepreneurship. The Strategy and Entrepreneurship discipline covers research and teaching across strategy, innovation, entrepreneurship and sustainability. For access to the full job descriptions, please click here to view the information booklet.

Position 1: Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Strategy Entrepreneurship and Innovation (Teaching Focused) R-41340

A Level B Lecturer in Strategy, Entrepreneurship or Innovation will grow their teaching impact through leadership in course coordination aligned with UQ values. The successful candidate will engage in internal and external collaborations that influence teaching practices, policies, and/or knowledge.

In addition to the above a Level C Senior Lecturer in Strategy, Entrepreneurship or Innovation will maintain an active role in internal and external collaborations that enable the development of others with evidence of increasing influence on teaching practices, policies, and/or knowledge.

Position 2: Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Strategy, Entrepreneurship, or Innovation (Teaching & Research) R-41337

A Level B Lecturer in Strategy, Entrepreneurship, or Innovation will focus their efforts on growing their profile in teaching, research and service and engagement. At this level the incumbent may coordinate or lead the activities of other staff and will usually contribute to the effective supervision of Honours and Higher Degree by Research students. As a teaching and research academic at level B the incumbent is expected to achieve national recognition in their field of research.

In addition to the above, the Level C Senior Lecturer in Strategy, Entrepreneurship, or Innovation may coordinate or lead the activities of other staff and is expected to have an active and effective record of supervising Higher Degree by Research students successfully to completion as principal supervisor. As a teaching and research academic at level C the incumbent is expected to have achieved national recognition and have a developing international profile in their field of research.

Position 3: Lecturer or Senior Lecturer or Associate Professor in Innovation (Teaching & Research) R-41335:

A Level C Senior Lecturer in Innovation will focus their efforts on leveraging their established record of achievement in teaching (including clinical teaching, where appropriate), research and service and engagement. At this level the incumbent may coordinate or lead the activities of other staff and is expected to have an active and effective record of supervising Higher Degree by Research students successfully to completion as principal supervisor. As a teaching and research academic at level C the incumbent is expected to have achieved national recognition and have a developing international profile in their field of research.

A Level D Associate Professor will consistently demonstrate excellence in teaching, research and service and engagement. At this level the incumbent expected to undertake leadership roles and have a strong record of supervising Higher Degree by Research students successfully to completion as principal supervisor. As a teaching and research academic at level D the incumbent is expected to be able to demonstrate a sustained record of outstanding impact and achievement that is internationally recognised in either teaching or research.

Key responsibilities will include: 

• Teaching: Develop and deliver courses, engage in curriculum design, coordinate courses, assess students, provide academic counselling, and adhere to university teaching rules.
• Research: Establish a research program, collaborate on research projects, seek and manage research funding, publish in reputable journals, utilize best practice research methodologies, and participate in project discussions.
• Supervision and Researcher Development: Supervise students, recruit and manage employees, provide performance feedback and training, resolve conflicts, and ensure correct remuneration and benefits.
• Citizenship and Service: Develop partnerships, demonstrate leadership through mentoring, engage in internal service roles and committees, perform administrative functions, provide support to colleagues, and uphold university values.

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: criminal check, education check, etc. 

Work Rights: Visa sponsorship may be available for this appointment.

Relocating from interstate or overseas? We will support you with the visa sponsorship process and a relocation support package. You can find out more about life in Australia’s Sunshine State here.

Questions? 

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Martin Edwards m.edwards1@business.uq.edu.au or Henri Burgers h.burgers@business.uq.edu.au

For application queries, please contact talent@uq.edu.au stating the job reference number in the subject line. 

Want to Apply? 

For further information, please click here to view the information booklet. Please note, you will need to indicate which position and Academic level you are applying for within your application material. Please reference the Job Reference number in your cover letter.

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.

We know one of our strengths 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. Reach out to talent@uq.edu.au for accessibility support or adjustments.

Applications close 4th of September 2024 at 11.00pm AEST.