Full-time, fixed-term position for 5 years
Base salary will range from $114,824 - $136,048 (Academic Level B) + 17% Superannuation
Based at our Dutton Park campus
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Lecturer to join our world-class School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences. This is an exciting opportunity to develop your teaching and research profile within the broad discipline areas of pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences. Help us educate future generations of pharmacists and create an exceptional student experience!
This role will have an initial focus on coordinating and teaching course(s) within the Master of Pharmaceutical Industry Practice at UQ. Additional course development work may be required, and you may also teach across other programs within the School and other courses that fall within the teaching responsibility of the School.
Key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Contribute to the development of new programs and course material in the area of focus, by consulting with program advisors and stakeholders, ensuring courses are engaging, relevant and contemporary.
Teach across different settings and actively contribute towards educational practice and innovative curriculum design including online learning and alternative teaching methods.
Coordinate courses, prepare and deliver lectures and tutorials, and undertake assessment and marking for undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
Work with colleagues and postgraduates in the development and conduct of joint research projects and applications for external research funding, which includes actively seeking, obtaining and managing research funding.
Maintain an active and effective record of publishing in high quality national research journals, other appropriate refereed publications and conference publications.
Contribute to the supervision of Honours and Higher Degree by Research students.
Efficiently manage allocated internal service roles and processes, including participation in decision-making and service on relevant committees.
This is a teaching & research position. Further information can be found by viewing UQ’s Criteria for Academic Performance.
PhD in the broad area of pharmacy or pharmaceutical sciences.
A growing profile in teaching and research in the fields above.
A developing reputation and track record of publications in reputed refereed journals and presenting at conferences.
Evidence of successfully seeking, obtaining and managing external research funding.
Evidence of a high level of quality teaching, which can be at undergraduate, honours or postgraduate level across a variety of settings, including small and large groups.
Demonstrated contributions to the development and continuous innovation of new programs, curriculum design and course material in pharmacy and/or pharmaceutical sciences. Experience in course coordination is desirable.
A growing record of supervision of Honours and Research Higher Degree students to successful completion.
Experience in meaningful internal service roles in conjunction with active contributions to external activities.
Please note, 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).
With a shared goal to create lasting and positive change for communities across the world, at UQ you will be challenged to do your best work, inspired by colleagues from across UQ’s diverse community, and rewarded for your contributions, expertise and the unique experiences you bring.
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, and genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process.
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Professor Peter Cabot, Head of School, at pcabot@pharmacy.uq.edu.au.
For application inquiries, and to request the full position description of this role, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.
We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload:
Resume
Cover letter including responses to the ‘About You’ selection criteria above
Our strength 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. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact talent@uq.edu.au.
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.
Applications close Wednesday 10 December at 11.00pm AEST (Job Reference Number: R-57841).
Please note that applications will be reviewed in early-January 2026 and interviews held in mid-January 2026.