Communications Officer

The University of Queensland's three largest research institutes: the Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (AIBN), Institute for Molecular Bioscience (IMB) and Queensland Brain Institute (QBI) are leading global research institutes. IMB was established in 2000 as UQ's first research institute and is the cornerstone of one of the largest bioscience research precincts in Australia. AIBN was established in 2003 and seeks to deliver innovative solutions to society's problems through sustainable materials, healthy living and translational success. QBI was established in 2003 and is a world-leading institute focused on two of the greatest challenges of modern science: understanding brain function and the prevention and treatments of disorders of brain function.

The three institutes house more than 1000 scientists, staff and students from more than 50 countries.

Details of the research interests of the institutes may be accessed on their websites at: www.aibn.uq.edu.au, www.imb.uq.edu.au and www.qbi.uq.edu.au

The role

Under the guidance of the Communications Manager, you will be responsible for assisting in implementing strategic and operational media, communications and public relations activities to positively position UQ, specifically, the Institute for Molecular Bioscience (IMB), Queensland Brain Institute (QBI) and the Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (AIBN) (hereafter, ‘the Institutes'). This includes researching and writing original material such as media releases, news stories, features, publications and letters to support communications initiatives based around UQ's and the Institutes' strategic directions. This role will also assist with broad strategic and operational communications and activities for the Institute and ensure an integrated communications and marketing approach.

The person

Applicants should possess a bachelor's degree in journalism/communications or a related area, plus at least 3 years of experience in the medial industry, public relations or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training. You should also have demonstrated ability to manage media inquiries, proactively pitch stories, write and edit news releases and manage news events to achieve favourable and strategic media coverage. Well-developed interpersonal communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills and the ability to employ those skills to improve work processes and  communicate with diverse groups, both within the University and the broader community is essential.

The University of Queensland values diversity and inclusion and actively encourages applications from those who bring diversity to the University. Please refer to the University's Diversity and Inclusion webpage (https://staff.uq.edu.au/information-and-services/human-resources/diversity) for further information and points of contact if you require additional support.  

Accessibility requirements and/or adjustments can be directed to the contact person listed in the job advertisement.

Remuneration

This is a part-time, 4 days per week, fixed term appointment for 12 months at HEW Level 6. 

The remuneration package at HEW6 will be in the range $75,957 - $81,714 p.a pro-rata., plus employer superannuation contributions of up to 17% (total package will be in the range $88,869 - $95,605 p.a.pro-rata)

Enquiries

To discuss this role please contact Bronwyn Adams on b.adams@imb.uq.edu.au

To submit an application for this role, use the Apply button below. All applicants must supply the following documents: Cover letter, Resume and Selection Criteria responses.

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You must have valid Australian work rights to apply for this role. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.