Project and Lab Manager

Position Number: 0064261
Location: Parkville
Role type: Part-time (0.4-0.6 FTE; negotiable); Fixed-term for 2 years
Faculty: Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences
Department: Centre for Youth Mental Health
Salary: Academic Level A – $83,468 - $113,262 p.a. (pro rata for part-time) plus 17% super

• Support the establishment and management of a groundbreaking AI-focused mental healthcare lab by overseeing projects, lab operations, stakeholder engagement, and clinical pilot studies.
• Be part of a world-leading youth mental health organisation revolutionising care through cutting-edge AI solutions and global collaborations.
• Salary packaging, subsidised health and wellbeing services, fitness and cultural clubs, Myki discounts, and a 25% discount on graduate courses to our staff and their immediate families!

About the Role
The Centre for Youth Mental Health, in partnership with Orygen, is seeking a Project and Lab Manager to join an innovative team driving advancements in artificial intelligence for youth mental healthcare. This role will be pivotal in managing projects within the lab, including establishing and running the National Critical Research Infrastructure initiative, supporting lab operations, stakeholder engagement, budgeting, and grant administration. As a foundational team member, you will contribute to cutting-edge research, clinical trials, and the development of AI-driven medical devices, all within a collaborative and inclusive culture dedicated to improving youth mental health globally.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with lab management, project strategy, and budgeting
• Planning and monitoring projects
• Contracts & agreement management
• Effective collaboration with collaborators in projects to foster effective partnerships;

Who We Are Looking For

You will also have:

• A degree qualification in business management, product management, finance, psychology, neuroscience, biomedical sciences or a related discipline.
• Ability to plan and organise own time and that of others to prioritise tasks and achieve project outcomes.
• Experience of supervising or co-supervising research support staff.
• Experience in the use of Case Report Forms, source data verification and protocol compliance monitoring.

For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.

This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

Your New Team – Centre for Youth Mental Health (CYMH)
At the University of Melbourne's Centre for Youth Mental Health (CYMH), we are at the forefront of research, inquiry, and innovation in the field of youth mental health. Our multidisciplinary team, led by Professor Patrick McGorry, is dedicated to making a lasting impact on the lives of young people facing mental health challenges. As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research, access prestigious grants, and work in a collaborative environment that values scientific excellence and practical application.

What We Offer You!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses. For more information, check out our benefits page!

About the University of Melbourne
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
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Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience

Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.

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