- Employment Type: Full - time (35 hours a week)
- Duration: 12 Months Fixed Term contract
- Remuneration: $103,866 base, plus 17% superannuation and leave loading
- Work rights required: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this position.
- Location: Kensington, Sydney
About The Kirby Institute:
The Kirby Institute is a world-leading health research institute at UNSW Sydney. We work to eliminate infectious diseases, globally. Our specialisation is in developing health solutions for the most at-risk communities. Putting communities at the heart of our research, we develop tests, treatments, cures and prevention strategies that have the greatest chance of success.
Details of the role
The BRIDGE program is a consortium of not-for-profit organisations led by the Kirby Institute, designing and conducting specific clinical development programs for RNA therapeutics that are at least TRL3 and which have an unmet clinical need with potentially viable markets in the area of infection, inflammation, and oncology. BRIDGE will conduct studies that support the development of a dossier for submission to the appropriate regulatory such as the TGA or the FDA.
The Research Officer will support the BRIDGE program through a combination of research, operational, and administrative activities. The role involves contributing to the development and maintenance of study protocols and standard operating procedures (SOPs), supporting preclinical research activities including data handling and quality checks, and assisting with general laboratory and project coordination tasks. The position will work closely with the research and program teams to ensure studies are conducted rigorously, documentation is accurate and up to date, and program activities are delivered efficiently in accordance with regulatory, ethical, and institutional requirements.
The role of Research Officer reports to Senior Project Manager - BRIDGE and has no direct reports.
Some key skills required:
- Tertiary qualification in biomedical science, life sciences, pharmacology, biotechnology, or a related discipline
- Demonstrated experience supporting laboratory or preclinical research activities, with the ability to follow established protocols and procedures accurately.
- Experience drafting, reviewing, or working in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs), protocols, and related research documentation.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate, complete, and well-organised records in line with SOPs and project requirements.
- Familiarity with research compliance requirements, including ethics, governance, and safety frameworks, and the ability to work within these systems.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise effectively, and meet timelines in a research environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to document procedures clearly and liaise with researchers and stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and manage multiple priorities in a dynamic program environment.
Please refer to the position description for full details.
UNSW Benefits and Culture
- 17% Superannuation and leave loading
- Flexible working
- Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period
- Access to lifelong learning and career development
- Progressive HR practices
More information on the great staff benefits and culture can be found here.
Pre-Employment Checks:
Aligned with UNSW’s focus on cultivating a workplace defined by safety, ethical conduct, and strong integrity preferred candidates will be required to participate in a combination of pre-employment checks relevant to the role they have applied for.
These pre-employment checks may include a combination of some of the following checks:
- National and International Criminal history checks
- Entitlement to work and ID checks
- Working With Children Checks
- Completion of a Gender-Based Violence Prevention Declaration
- Verification of relevant qualifications
- Verification of relevant professional membership
- Employment history and reference checks
- Financial responsibility assessments/checks
- Medical Checks and Assessments
Compliance with the necessary combination of these checks is a condition of employment at UNSW.
How to apply:
Please click on Apply now to apply online. Applications should not be sent to the contact listed below. Please provide a resume and in order to be considered for this role, Skills and Experience as stated on PD need to be addressed. A copy of the Position Description can be found on JOBS@UNSW.
Contact
Frank McHenry, Talent Acquisition Associate
E: f.mchenry@unsw.edu.au
Applications close: Monday 6th April before 11.30pm Sydney time
UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
