This position will be responsible for managing the NHMRC funded project, Towards a Diagnostic Test for Rheumatic Fever, and related studies, and overseeing the day to day running of the projects. The Project Manager will co-ordinate research activities, manage research governance processes, oversee protocol development, ethics and reporting requirements (including the activities of other staff in these domains), and ensure compliance with requirements of funding bodies. Recruitment for the project will be conducted at two study sites, Darwin and Alice Springs, with analysis of samples occurring at multiple sites nationally and internationally. The Project Manager will be based at The Kids Research Institute Australia in Perth.
Essential criteria for the role:
- Tertiary qualification in health or medical science, or related field
- Demonstrated capacity to manage complex research projects, working across multiple teams and sites to meet project timelines
- Ability to work independently, communicate effectively and work within a team, sometimes with limited direction
- Ability to use initiative and take leadership
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including demonstrated interpersonal skills and a proactive attitude to relationship building with relevant stakeholders
- Proven organisational and time management abilities
- Previous experience in leading teams / managing staff in a research or academic context
- Ability to travel to study sites in NT as required
Desirable criteria:
- Postgraduate qualifications in a relevant field or equivalent professional experience
- Have an understanding of, and respect for, Aboriginal culture and experience with Aboriginal communities
- Experience in infectious diseases, Aboriginal health, health promotion or public health
- Ability to manage flexibly, their own and team priorities, in response to shifting opportunities and external drivers
- Experience of high-level program and/or project management, including reporting and fiscal responsibility
- Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
This is a full time role (with slight flexibility dependent on applicant) on a 3 year contract with the possibility of extension. Remuneration package includes access to generous salary packaging.
The successful applicant will need to provide a current National Police check before commencement.
How to Apply:
Applicants should read the Job description available here.
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 Christine Everest.
Closing date: 5pm, February 12th, 2018