Job Summary
- $110,000 - $119,999 per annum + salary packaging
- Applications close:
- Job posted on: 27th Jul 2022
- Melbourne > Parkville
At MCRI we share a powerful vision; to re-imagine the future of child health. We are the home to many life-changing scientific discoveries. We believe that no question is too impossible to try and answer. We are renowned for our cutting edge focus on early interventions, improved diagnosis, prevention and development of potential cures. Our success is founded on a philosophy of collaboration through a multi-disciplinary approach to solving the toughest questions in child health. MCRI is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity, equity and respect that celebrates and values the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our people. We strive to foster a positive working environment that is underpinned by equal opportunity for all and consideration for the diverse voices of staff, students and the communities we serve. MCRI is a proud member of the Australian Network on Disability and is a committed subscriber to Science Australia Gender Equity and its principles.
We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Project Manager to join the Centre of Population of Genomics. The Centre for Population Genomics is a collaborative initiative of MCRI in Melbourne and the Garvan Institute of Medical Research (Garvan) in Sydney. The ideal candidate will be an experienced professional with proven success in research project management and who is exceptionally organised with a passion for operational efficiency, meticulous attention to detail, and proven experience in coordinating with multiple stakeholders within varying spheres of influence.
You will be responsible for planning, monitoring and ensuring the successful delivery of genomic medicine projects, processes and workflows within the Centre’s Rare Disease Genomics domain, with oversight from the Project Management Lead and in collaboration with other CPG team members. You will also be responsible for leading and coordinating the project management of a large-scale genomic reanalysis program focusing on increasing rare disease diagnoses.
In this role you will manage at least one direct report from the outset, with opportunities to take on increasing responsibility including driving key Centre-wide initiatives through progression within the team structure and delegation to other staff within the Project Management Team.
This role will start on a three-year full-time contract with a high possibility to extend and will be located in Melbourne or Sydney with potential for flexibility. The Senior Project Manager position is a unique opportunity to play a key part in a Centre that will shape the future of genomic medicine in Australia and build resources with global impact.
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For more information, please refer to the position description. Any specific questions related to this position should be directed to Chris Richards at [email protected] using the subject line: Senior Project Manager - Melbourne / Sydney enquiry via EthicalJobs. We welcome all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultural backgrounds, abilities, religions and sexual orientations in our workplace and encourage talented people of any identity to apply to our vacancies. We will provide reasonable adjustments in our recruitment process and in the workplace, please contact the People Leader listed above if this is needed.
All applicants, please be aware that in line with the Victorian Chief Health Officer’s Directions, all MCRI and VCGS workers must be fully vaccinated, unless a medical exception applies. Applicants will be required to provide their Australian Government COVID-19 Digital Immunisation Certificate/s or evidence of medical exception or evidence of vaccination booking as part of our pre-employment requirements.
Please note, we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
A position description is attached.