Community and Media Engagement Manager

• UniSC Clinical Trials, UniSC SouthBank, Health Hub Morayfield or UniSC Sunshine Coast (Sippy Downs or Maroochydore)
• Level 6, $95,986 - $103,873 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
• Full-time, fixed-term appointment for two years

The Opportunity

UniSC Clinical Trials (CT) delivers innovative, regionally relevant research while building the region’s clinical research capacity. We collaborate with healthcare professionals, pharmaceutical partners, and other key stakeholders to advance clinical trials and enhance community impact.

As Community and Media Engagement Manager, you will develop and grow UniSC CT’s digital communities, manage social media channels, and build our media presence. You’ll work closely with the Manager, Marketing & Brand, and the wider marketing and communications team to create engaging content, maintain positive stakeholder relationships, and ensure UniSC CT’s profile remains visible and impactful across traditional, digital, and social media.

For more information, please visit us online UniSC Clinical Trials

You will

• build and manage online communities and social media channels to engage stakeholders and promote UniSC CT’s activities;
• develop and coordinate media content, including news releases, visual assets, and campaign materials, in collaboration with the marketing team; and
• support staff and internal stakeholders to communicate effectively with media, community, and industry partners.

About you

You are experienced in media, communications, or marketing, with a proven ability to manage digital communities and produce engaging content. You enjoy collaborating with colleagues, have strong writing and organisational skills, and can work proactively to deliver communications that align with organisational goals. You thrive in a fast-paced environment and are committed to promoting UniSC CT’s profile and impact.

You will possess:

• Degree in journalism, communications, public relations, marketing, or equivalent experience;
• Proven experience managing online communities and delivering digital engagement strategies;
• Strong writing, media liaison, and content creation skills;
• Understanding of media processes and the ability to plan and respond effectively to media requests;
• Excellent communication, organisational, and stakeholder engagement abilities; and
• Experience in coordinating multi-channel marketing campaigns and producing content across text, image, and video formats.

Don't meet every requirement? At UniSC, we understand that your work and life experiences can be just as valuable. If you're excited about this role but your CV doesn't align perfectly with our position description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or one of our many other opportunities.

UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at unisc-careers@usc.edu.au or call +61 7 5430 2830.

Position Description: Community and Media Engagement Manager

UniSC values a diverse and talented workforce and invites applications from candidates who already have legal work rights in Australia.

All applications must be lodged through our website. To apply please visit our website at: Careers at UniSC

Applications for this position close midnight, Sunday 14 June 2026.

Your completed application must include:

• a resume and a statement of suitability (not to exceed two pages), which be reviewed in alignment to the specified selection criteria as outlined within the position description.

Further information regarding how to prepare your application is available on our website: Join our team

UniSC does not accept unsolicited applications. For agency inquiries, contact unisc-careers@usc.edu.au

We would love the opportunity to get to know you better, but we know it works both ways. To get to know a little more about us, visit us at: Welcome to UniSC and LinkedIn Life

Have questions or want to know more? For a confidential discussion, please contact:

Sean Greaney
Manager, Marketing and Brand (Clinical Trials) - USC Clinical Trials Centre
Email: sgreaney@usc.edu.au

Discover UniSC

We’re all about doing work that matters, connecting with great people, and being part of an incredible journey. While we’re not the largest university, we are one of the fastest growing in Australia, now with over 2,000 staff across five campuses in South East Queensland and an expanding presence in major capital cities, and we’re making a big impact every day through ground-breaking research, a strong commitment to sustainability, high-performance sport, and award-winning alumni.

We are committed to delivering high-quality research and teaching that address major global and regional challenges, with established and emerging strengths in sustainability, environmental systems, biodiversity, aquaculture, preventative health and regional resilience. Our research excellence is internationally recognised through strong performance in global benchmarking, including leading rankings in the 2025 Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings for “Zero Hunger,” “Climate Action” and “Life on Land.” UniSC is also recognised for its teaching excellence, with a strong emphasis on student success, innovative and engaging learning experiences, and strong graduate outcomes that equip learners to make meaningful contributions in their chosen fields. As the only university operating within three UNESCO Biosphere Reserves and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, UniSC is uniquely positioned to leverage its natural environment to advance impactful research, teaching and partnerships that support sustainable futures, with sustainability embedded across all aspects of our teaching, research and operations.

We foster a collaborative and supportive environment that encourages continuous professional development and provides the tools and resources to grow your career. We value the contributions of every team member and the role they play in our culture and success. We’re not afraid to do things differently, and we’re looking for people who share our values and want to be part of a team working together to make a meaningful difference to local and global challenges.

Our Culture & Benefits:

• Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart.
• Modern teaching & research facilities.
• Professional development and career pathway opportunities.
• We are a proud recipient of the prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze Award, granted as part of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative.
• EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.