PayCheckR / Enterprise agreements / AE523166
This page lists the pay rates in the The University of Queensland enterprise agreement (AE523166). The agreement was approved by the Fair Work Commission and sets the minimum pay for the staff it covers. The rates below are the agreement minimums; overtime, penalties and allowances can lift what you actually take home.
Covers University of Queensland academic staff (Levels A-E) and professional staff (Levels 1-9). Standard hours typically 36.25/week for professional staff.
Rates last updated 26 August 2026.
Some of the roles this agreement may cover at the The University of Queensland. You can open any role to see its indicative rates.
Full-time pay runs from $1,193.78 per week ($32.93 per hour) at the entry level up to $4,250.72 per week at the top, across 14 classifications. A few examples:
| Classification | Weekly (full-time) | Per hour |
|---|---|---|
| Academic Level A: Associate LecturerEntry-level academic. Tutorials, demonstrations, research, teaching support. | $1,609.59 | $44.40 |
| Academic Level B: LecturerLecturer. Teaching, course development, supervision of postgraduates. | $2,252.32 | $62.13 |
| Academic Level C: Senior LecturerSenior Lecturer. Significant teaching, research, and professional contribution. | $2,751.91 | $75.91 |
The rate for every classification, plus casual rates, is in the pay checker below.
If you share your hours and what you were paid, we can compare it against these rates, including penalties and overtime. It's free, takes a couple of minutes, and there's no account needed to start.
Check my payRates are sourced from Fair Work Commission data and shown as a guide. They can change, and your circumstances may differ. Verify against your payslip and the official instrument before acting. For advice, contact the Fair Work Ombudsman on 13 13 94 or a registered employment lawyer.