Research Program Manager, Centre for Children's Brain Cancer

• Frazer Institute

• Part-time (60%) fixed-term position through to 30th June 2025

• Base salary will be in the range $111,154 - $124,619+ 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 8)

• Based at our Translational Research Institute – Dutton Park

About This Opportunity 

The primary purpose of this position is to provide strategic and operational support to the Children’s Brain Cancer Centre’s research activities. This position will work closely with the Co-Directors & Management Team to manage the strategic growth and objectives of the research program and key partnerships for the Centre.  This position leads all operational business functions, including finance; human resources; postgraduate student administration; resource management; workplace health and safety; and research administration including management of ethics and governance compliance, and grant management and reporting.

The Research Manager/Program Manager works closely with Chief Investigator/s and their research teams to identify, develop, implement and improve outcomes of Children's Brain Cancer Centre.

Key responsibilities will include: 

• Strategic & Research Support: Provide high level support to the Co-Directors & Management Team including overseeing the implementation of the Centre’s research strategy and research priorities, including ensuring compliance with policies and procedures for the University and/or Queensland Health, and relevant statutory bodies.

• Engagement & Partnerships: Develop knowledge of the Centre’s existing partnerships, ambitions and research capabilities and activities to identify opportunities for new collaborations.

• Research Management: Support the Co-Directors to develop the direction of the Centre research program, including major input into grant applications and advising on opportunities and strategies for research funding.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:

• 26 weeks paid parental leave or 26 weeks paid primary caregiver leave

• 17% superannuation contributions

• 17.5% annual leave loading

• Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family

• UQ Study for Staff

• Salary packaging options

About You  

We are looking for an experienced and highly motivated Research Program/Project Manager to manage the successful delivery of the outcomes of the Children's Brain Cancer Centre. The successful candidate will have significant experience and expertise in research management in a hospital and/or University setting.

• Postgraduate qualifications or progress towards postgraduate qualifications and extensive research management experience (preferably in the tertiary education or research sectors); or an undergraduate degree, extensive research management experience and other relevant education/training.

• Demonstrated capacity to develop, manage and coordinate research projects in a multidisciplinary environment

• Demonstrated ability to engage effectively with industry personnel and other stakeholders at a senior level

• Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral), with a proven ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences.

• Self-motivated with demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Significant experience of working in a hospital and/or University setting.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with proven ability to produce clear, succinct research documentation

• Commitment to upholding the University’s values, and with the outstanding personal qualities of openness, respectfulness and integrity

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, criminal check,

Questions? 

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Brandon Wainwright [email protected]

For application queries or a full job description, please contact [email protected] stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line. 
 

Want to Apply? 

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

• Cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section  

• Resume 

Other Information 

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to [email protected] for accessibility support or adjustments.

Applications close Sunday 6 October at 11.00pm AEST (R-41712). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for week commencing 14th October