Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Management or Human Resource Management

• UQ Business School based in the Faculty of Business, Economics and Law (BEL)

•  3 x Full-time (100%), permanent Teaching and Research positions in Management and/or HRM

• Base salary will be in the range $112,572.59 - $133,381.10 + 17% Superannuation (Academic Level B) and $137,542.79 - $158,351.30 + 17% Superannuation (Academic Level C)

• Based at our picturesque and vibrant St Lucia Campus

About These Opportunities 

The UQ Business School is seeking to make multiple appointments in the areas of Management, Organisational Behaviour and/or Human Resource Management, to join the Management Discipline at the School. These appointments will be across the levels of Lecturer and Senior Lecturer.

We are seeking three Teaching and Research academics for:

• Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Management (R-50342) - 2 positions

• Lecturer /Senior Lecturer in Human Resource Management (R-50335) – 1 position

As a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Management or Human Resources Management, you will focus your efforts on growing your profile in teaching, research and service and engagement. At these levels, you may coordinate or lead the activities of other staff and will contribute to the effective supervision of Honours and Higher Degree by Research students.

You will join a vibrant discipline that spans diverse and impactful research and teaching areas, such as Ethics, Leadership, Organizational Behaviour, Organizational Psychology, HRM, HR Analytics, Job Design, Talent Management, Employee Well-Being, Job Design, Conflict Management, Justice, Diversity and Inclusion, Women in Leadership, Responsible AI, Indigenous Perspectives in Business, Communications, Decision Making amongst other areas. With a growing emphasis on executive education and plans for a new advanced HR master's program, we offer a forward-thinking environment at the forefront of innovation and influence.

The Business School has a strategic priority focus in the areas of sustainability, responsible management, innovation and emerging technologies and we therefore particularly welcome applicants from the management field with expertise that speak to these areas.   
As a teaching and research academic at level B or C, you are expected to achieve national recognition in your field of 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.

This is a teaching & research position. Further information can be found by viewing UQ’s Criteria for Academic Performance .

For further information on these positions, please click here to view the information booklet .

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.

At the core of our teaching remains our students, and their experience with us sets a foundation for success far beyond graduation. UQ has made a commitment to making education opportunities available for all Queenslanders, regardless of personal, financial, or geographical barriers.

As part of our commitment to excellence in research and professional practice in academic contexts, we are proud to provide our staff with access to world-class facilities and equipment, grant writing support, greater research funding opportunities, and other forms of staff support and development.

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 including hybrid on site/WFH options and flexible start/finish times, and genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process.

About You 

Applicants should possess a PhD in a relevant field of either Management, OB, HRM or a closely related discipline.

For Level B Lecturer in Management or HRM, you will demonstrate:

• An established profile in teaching and research in the Management or Human Resources area (depending on the position you apply for).

• 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 at undergraduate, honours and postgraduate level across a variety of settings, including small and large groups.

• Experience in course coordination and contribution to the development and continuous innovation of new programs, curriculum design and course material in the discipline area. 

• 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.

For Level C Senior Lecturer in Management or HR, you will demonstrate:

• An established profile in teaching and research in the Management or Human Resources area (depending on the position you apply for).

• National recognition in the area of expertise, with an internationally developing research profile and an established record of publications in reputed refereed journal and presenting at conferences.

• A strong record of seeking, obtaining and managing external research funding.

• Evidence of a high level of quality teaching at undergraduate, honours and postgraduate level across a variety of settings, including small and large groups.

• A strong track record of course coordination and participation in the development and continuous innovation of new programs, curriculum design and course material in the discipline area.

• A solid record of supervision of Honours and Research Higher Degree students to successful completion.

• A growing record of meaningful internal service roles in conjunction with a strong contribution to external activities.

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

Relocating from interstate or overseas? We may support you with obtaining employer-sponsored work rights 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 Prof Martin Edwards - mibse-dhos@business.uq.edu.au

*Please note that there will be staff available to discuss these positions at the Academy of Management Conference in July (Copenhagen), please email mibse-dhos@business.uq.edu.au if you would like to speak with us there.

For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au , stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.
 

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

• Resume

• Cover letter, including reference to your preferred role/discipline

• Responses to the ‘About You’ section

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 10 August 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-50342). Please note interviews have been tentatively scheduled for September 2025.