At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the Griffith Asia Institute and drive impactful research initiatives across Asia and the Pacific.
- Company: Griffith University, a leading institution focused on international research and collaboration.
- Benefits: Full-time role with opportunities for strategic leadership and regional engagement.
- Other info: Based in Gold Coast or Brisbane South, with a focus on interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Why this job: Shape the future of research while fostering partnerships in a vibrant academic environment.
- Qualifications: Proven leadership in research, governance, and partnership development required.
The predicted salary is between 121500 - 148500 $ per year.
Griffith University is seeking a Director for the Griffith Asia Institute in a full-time fixed-term appointment for five years. The institute is an internationally recognised research centre within Griffith Business School with a focus on Asia and the Pacific. This leadership role is based primarily at Gold Coast or Brisbane South (Nathan) and involves strategic leadership, partnership development, governance oversight, and strengthening regional engagement. The Director will guide the institute’s strategic direction while supporting interdisciplinary research and engagement across government, industry, universities, donors, and communities. The position requires leadership across academic, policy, and public-facing activities connected to Asia and the Pacific region.
Key responsibilities
- Lead the Griffith Asia Institute as an internationally recognised research centre
- Set the strategic direction of the institute
- Lead interdisciplinary research initiatives
- Develop and strengthen regional partnerships across Asia and the Pacific
- Expand policy engagement and public engagement activities
- Oversee governance and resource management for the institute
- Strengthen relationships with universities, governments, industry, donors, and communities
- Support the institute’s engagement within Griffith Business School
- Contribute to the institute’s regional and international profile
Requirements
- Ability to lead an internationally recognised research institute
- Capacity to provide strategic direction and leadership
- Experience supporting interdisciplinary research activities
- Ability to build and maintain regional partnerships across Asia and the Pacific
- Experience engaging with universities, governments, industry, donors, and communities
- Ability to oversee governance and resources within an institute environment
- Availability for a full-time fixed-term appointment
- Ability to work based primarily at Gold Coast or Brisbane South (Nathan)
Why this role matters
This role supports the continued growth and influence of a major research institute focused on Asia and the Pacific. Effective leadership in this appointment can strengthen collaboration between academic, government, and community sectors while expanding the institute’s regional engagement and research impact.
Bonus: Application advice
- Review the institute’s current research priorities and regional engagement activities before applying
- Highlight leadership experience connected to research, governance, and partnership development
- Demonstrate experience working across interdisciplinary or international environments
- Provide examples of collaboration with universities, governments, industry, or community organisations
- Tailor application materials to show alignment with Griffith University and the Griffith Asia Institute mission
- Prepare clear examples of strategic leadership and stakeholder engagement achievements
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