The Manager, Research is responsible for leading the Research business unit in driving research projects and activities in the context of the CCC's work, coordinating and managing multiple major research projects and CCC officers allocated to those projects, using high level analytical and conceptual skills, especially in the context of designing and carrying out research projects, providing high level methodological and analytical advice within the context of the CCC's work, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, particularly in relation to research priorities, obtaining data, and disseminating findings, communicating with influence the outcomes of research and guiding and assisting other staff in writing reports and producing visualisations suitable for multiple audiences, arising out of the research.

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About us

We have a vision that our communities will be safe and supported by fair and ethical public institutions with a focus on those matters of highest threat to the Queensland community. As an organisation we are committed to this vision and as such our values of people, accountability, integrity, courage and excellence underpin everything we do at the CCC.

What we offer

At the CCC our people have access to a range of employee benefits that promote career development, enhance employee wellbeing and encourage a healthy and balanced work and home life. When you join the CCC you can access the following benefits: 

• salary packaging
• 12.75% superannuation
• flexible work options, including working from home
• access to paid parental leave
• accrued time off
• opportunity to purchase leave
• 17.5% annual leave loading
• health and wellbeing program
• study assistance
• access to a wide variety of training opportunities
• free annual influenza vaccination
• six star rated inner city location close to public transport 

About you 

Appointments in the CCC are merit-based and will be assessed by looking at what you have done previously—the knowledge, skills and experience you have built, your potential for development, and your personal qualities which align with the leadership competencies and the CCC's values.

Possession of a tertiary qualification relevant to the role, such as business administration, commerce, criminology, social science or data analytics is a requirement. Qualifications acquired from an overseas educational institution will only be accepted where the qualification has been recognised to an equivalent level in accordance with the Australian Qualifications Framework.

• For this role, we will consider how well you demonstrate the following:
• Extensive experience in designing and managing research or evaluation projects, preferably in a context relevant to the work of the CCC, including in partnership with internal and external stakeholders.
• Extensive experience in providing high level evidence-based advice and insights, preferably leveraging quantitative and qualitative analyses of data (for example, using Stata, R, SAS).
• Experience in providing evidence-based analysis and advice to diverse audiences.
• The ability to communicate with influence, including excellent analytical and insightful writing skills, including writing public reports.
• Ability to guide, mentor, and manage multidisciplinary staff and encourage a collaborative culture.

How to apply 

For more detailed information, including what is required to demonstrate your suitability for the role, refer to the attached role description. Pre-employment vetting forms a part of our selection process - you may be asked to provide detailed personal particulars and private interests information. For more information about our security vetting process please refer to How to apply | CCC - Crime and Corruption Commission Queensland

 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

For more information about working with the CCC, visit www.ccc.qld.gov.au/careers

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Role Description - Manager, Research (PO6) - July 2026 (PDF, 449KB)
  Role Description