The Opportunity
The diverse activities of the newly established The Kids Respiratory Research Centre will be coordinated by the Program Manager who will be responsible, with the Centre Director, to ensure that the Centre:
- Leads childhood respiratory research in Australia
- Discovers novel therapies for asthma and cystic fibrosis
- Collaborates with new local, national and international partners to maximise the impact of our research
- Measurably improves the respiratory health of Aboriginal children
The Role
- Engage with and manage relationships between internal and external stakeholders including consumers;
- Develop and contribute to the strategic directions of the Centre
- Provide high level consultation for key strategic decision making
- Coordinate activities of the Centre;
- Work with the communications and development teams to develop a “Brand” and maximise funding opportunities
- Support diverse research teams in order to maximise efficiency and collaboration
- Identify opportunities for competitive funding
- Facilitate the establishment of successful research networks through effective communication, support and encouragement.
Experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Science
- Excellent communication, scientific writing and presentation skills
- Facility with online collaboration tools
- Scientific literacy
- Organizational ability
- Experience managing small teams
- Experience writing reports
- Good understanding of Ethics and Governance of research projects
This is a part time role (0.8 FTE) initially until 31/12/19 with the possibility of extension.
The successful candidate will be asked to provide a satisfactory National Police Check and Working With Children's Check prior to commencement.
How to Apply:
Applicants should read the Job description.
Submit your CV along with a cover letter outlining your skills and experience that make you suitable for this role (maximum one page) to applications@telethonkids.org.au.
Please quote the position title in the subject heading of your email application.
For further information about this position please contact: Stephen Stick
Closing Date: Friday 20 July 2018, 5pm