Biomedical Science jobs in Queensland

• Remuneration range $137,920 to $163,017 pa (full-time equivalent)
• Full-time or part-time continuing appointment
• Toowoomba or Ipswich campus

School of Health, Psychological and Medical Sciences

The School of Health, Psychological and Medical Sciences contributes to this vision by preparing graduates to support and enhance the health and wellbeing of individuals and communities. Underpinned by a strong emphasis on work-integrated learning and applied research, we are committed to equipping graduates with the necessary skills to make a meaningful impact in diverse health settings. As the School continues to grow from strength to strength and expands its offerings in Health, we are seeking a passionate and innovative academic to join us in building a better future for our communities.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing biomedical science discipline and contribute to the education of future health professionals within a collaborative and supportive academic environment. You'll be part of a team that values innovation, academic excellence and meaningful impact through both teaching and research.

With expertise in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Bioscience, Human Pathophysiology, or a related biomedical science discipline, you'll play an important role in advancing student learning, contributing to research activity, and strengthening connections across the academic and broader health sectors.

Who you are

You are an enthusiastic and collegial academic who is passionate about biomedical science and committed to student success. You enjoy creating engaging learning experiences, working collaboratively with others, and contributing to research that advances knowledge and delivers real-world impact. Motivated by both education and discovery, you bring a contemporary outlook, strong professional relationships and a genuine desire to support the next generation of health professionals.

What you'll do

As a Lecturer in Biomedical Science, you'll contribute across teaching, research and service activities, supporting the continued growth and success of the discipline at UniSQ.

• Deliver high-quality teaching across biomedical science programs using contemporary, evidence-informed approaches
• Create engaging learning experiences that foster student achievement and graduate readiness
• Supervise honours and higher degree research students, guiding successful research outcomes
• Contribute to research initiatives through publications, collaboration and funding opportunities
• Work closely with colleagues across Schools, Centres and Institutes to support strategic teaching and research priorities

What will help you succeed

• A doctoral or master's qualification in Biomedical Science or a closely related discipline
• Expertise in biomedical science teaching and research, particularly in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Bioscience and/or Human Pathophysiology.
• A demonstrated ability to create inclusive and engaging learning environments that support positive student outcomes
• An emerging or established research track record, with a commitment to collaboration and research excellence.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, enabling effective engagement with students, colleagues and external stakeholders.

For further information about this role, please contact Dr Lin Ong, Senior Lecturer (Biomedical Science) via telephone +61 7 4631 1860 or lin.ong@unisq.edu.au

Building on its strengths as Australia’s leading regional university, UniSQ partners closely with its communities to drive innovation and create opportunity through education and research. Guided by our values of respect, integrity, and excellence, UniSQ’s Strategic Plan 2026–2030 sets a clear ambition: to be Australia’s most transformative university by embracing our regional identity, fostering inclusive learning and research environments, and delivering globally relevant outcomes with strong local impact.

The University offers a range of different ways of working and connecting across our physical and virtual spaces to meet the needs of our students, partners and community. We value diversity and strive to foster an inclusive environment that is underpinned by our values and champions, embraces and respects differences.

We support and encourage applications from all diversity groups. With an increasingly diverse workforce, we understand that careers may be placed on hold or limited throughout many life circumstances.

Find out more about UniSQ at www.unisq.edu.au.

To be considered for this position, you will need to have the right to work in Australia.

Reference Number: 0145_07/26

Location: Toowoomba or Ipswich campus

Term: Full-time or Part-time continuing appointment

Salary: Total remuneration range $137,920 to $163,017 pa (full-time equivalent) (includes salary range of $116,315 to $137,480 pa (full-time equivalent) employer super contributions of 17% and annual leave loading)

Closes: Monday, 17 August 2026 at 11:30 pm (AEST)

At UniSQ we are united by our core values of Respect, Integrity and Excellence, which guide our daily actions and decision-making. UniSQ is a child safe organisation.

As part of the University of Southern Queensland's commitment to fostering a safe, respectful and rewarding work environment and in compliance with our legal obligations, we require candidates to declare whether they have been investigated for an allegation of Gender Based Violence, or determined to have engaged in conduct that constitutes Gender Based Violence, during the course of their previous employment or in any legal process.

This information helps us meet our legal obligations under the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender Based Violence, and will be considered when determining a candidate's suitability for employment, so that we can keep our University community safe.

If you know that this role is right for you, please submit your current resume together with a two-page (maximum) statement, outlining your skills and experience relative to ‘Who we’re looking for’ in the position description.

For more information on our selection process please refer to your recruitment journey, available on our website.