We're Hiring!
Manager, Centre Research Training
- 495553
- Cairns
- Academic
- Part time
- Closing on: Oct 4 2026
James Cook University (JCU) is creating a brighter future for life in the Tropics and beyond, through education and research that makes a difference locally and globally.
As Manager, Centre Research Training, you will help advance researcher development across the ARC Centre of Excellence for Indigenous and Environmental Histories and Futures. Through on Country learning, mentoring, HDR internships and Indigenous researcher development, you will create meaningful opportunities for researchers to build capability, strengthen connections and progress their research careers.
- Part-time, fixed-term opportunity until 30 June 2030 | 4 days per week
- Academic Level C $137,166.79 - $157,465.62, plus up to 17% super
- Based at the Cairns Nguma-bada campus, with flexible location arrangements considered for the right candidate
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Manager, Centre Research Training leads the development and implementation of an ambitious Research Training and Ethics Program across the ARC Centre of Excellence for Indigenous and Environmental Histories and Futures. Working with Centre colleagues, researchers, communities and partner organisations, you will strengthen research capability and support the development of graduate researchers, early career researchers and Indigenous scholars.
You will oversee a diverse portfolio that includes on Country research training, a large-scale HDR internship program, mentoring and professional development activities, and the Indigenous Early Career Researcher Cohort Program. Through these initiatives, you will help create an inclusive and culturally informed environment in which emerging researchers can develop, connect and thrive.
WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE
You are a collaborative and culturally capable academic leader with a PhD or equivalent qualification and substantial experience in tertiary education, graduate research support, supervision or researcher development. You bring the leadership, mentoring and program management skills needed to translate ideas into meaningful development opportunities for emerging researchers.
An effective communicator and relationship builder, you work confidently across academic, community and industry settings and engage respectfully with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Experience developing professional learning programs, masterclasses, short courses, internships or mentoring initiatives will be highly regarded.
WHY JCU
JCU offers a dynamic and culturally diverse workplace where your ideas are valued, your professional growth is supported, and your work-life balance is respected. Working under the values of Authenticity, Excellence, Integrity, and Respect, we support and empower our people through the provisions of;
- A generous superannuation scheme with up to 17% employer contributions with UniSuper
- 5 weeks of annual recreation leave plus leave loading
- 15 days paid sick/carers leave per year
- Up to 6 months paid parental leave
- A range of flexible working options
- Staff study assistance and paid study leave
- Ongoing professional development support
- Fitness Passport
- Corporate discount on health insurance
- Free Employee Assistance Program (coaching and counselling)
- Well-equipped modern facilities and contemporary workspaces with access to on-site childcare and medical services at our Townsville and Cairns’ campuses
HOW TO APPLY
Are you ready to make a difference? Join us at JCU, where your future meets the tropics.
Click the ‘apply’ button to be redirected to the JCU careers page, create an applicant account and follow the steps below:
- Complete the application form.
- Upload your current resume.
- Upload a cover letter outlining your relevant experience in relation to the key requirements of the role and how your skills and experience will ensure your success in the role.
For any enquiries about the role, please contact Ann Penny at ann.penny@jcu.edu.au
ABOUT OUR PROCESS
At JCU, we are committed to employing individuals who meet the requirements of the role and align with our values. All applicants will be contacted and advised of an outcome once the recruitment process is finalised.
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James Cook University encourages people from all backgrounds who meet the role requirements to apply. We value and celebrate the diversity of our community and are committed to providing a safe, inclusive and welcoming learning and working environment.
