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Research Manager (Centre for Molecular Oncology)

• Employment Type: Full - time (35 hours a week)
• Duration: Fixed Term until 31 December 2027
• Remuneration: $127k - $143k base (+17% super, annual leave loading)
• Work rights: 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 Campus, Sydney (Hybrid working, 3 days minimum in office required)

The Centre for Molecular Oncology is a new research centre established within the School of Biomedical Sciences at UNSW which is dedicated to advancing the understanding and treatment of cancer. The Centre applies basic, translational and clinical approaches to understanding cancer biology through patient-centred discovery programs and uses this information to improve patient outcomes through clinical trials. 

About the role  

This position will manage the operations of the consenting team in the Cancer Screening Program (CaSP) within the Centre for Molecular Oncology (CMO). This role will actively develop and implement practices and procedures to support the research activities of CaSP.

This will involve collecting, managing, and data analysis while building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to drive research outcomes. The position will also be expected to lead and supervise the CaSP consenting team (up to 8 direct reports) and other research staff or students, and design and manage research databases and systems to monitor performance, report on key metrics, and recommend improvements.

Key skills and experience required:

• Biomedical Science Degree highly regarded, with substantial extension of the theories and principles normally requiring extensive relevant graduate experience and a range of management experience (including people management).
• Experience working with a range of computer systems and applications, including Microsoft Office, customised patient databases and Confluence.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a high level of attention to detail for deliverables produced. Proven ability to influence senior management and stakeholders as appropriate to ensure successful outcomes.
• Sound influencing and consultation skills and proven ability to interact effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and productively within a team, but also to take initiative and work independently while managing competing demands.

Full details can be found in the position description.

UNSW Benefits and Culture: People are at the core of everything we do. We recognise it is the contributions of our staff who make UNSW one of the best universities in Australia and the world. Our benefits include: 

• Flexible Working arrangements (work from home, flexible hours) 
• Additional 3 days leave during Christmas holidays
• Career development opportunities 
• Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses
• Flexible 17% Superannuation contributions, additional leave-loading payments and salary sacrifice.
• Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness passport)

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 a separate cover letter addressing the key skills and experience for the role listed in the Position Description.

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:

• Confirmation of Aboriginality documentation
• 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.

Role enquiries:

Merita O'Connell, Talent Acquisition Partner

E:  merita.oconnell@unsw.edu.au    

Applications close: Sunday 10^th May, 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.