About us

The Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute is Australia’s home of heart research. Utilising world best technology, the Institute is renowned for the quality of its scientific breakthroughs in its pursuit to discover better ways to diagnose, treat and prevent cardiovascular disease.

As a not-for-profit medical research facility in operation for over 27 years, the Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute has delivered world-class research which has produced many ground-breaking discoveries and helped improve the lives of people worldwide. If you want to take your career to the next level and make a real difference by collaborating with some of the best scientific minds in the medical research sector, look no further.

Your next career opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a unique role that is impacting the cardiovascular health of the community. As Manager of the Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute’s mobile Heart Health Check (HHC), you will be responsible for all facets of this standalone service which also forms an important part of the Institute’s corporate partnership offering and brand positioning strategy.

In as little as 10 minutes our team of qualified nurses can take on-the-spot measurements of a person’s blood pressure, total cholesterol and blood sugar levels, using the latest technology and equipment.

Since its launch in 2010, the Victor Chang Heart Health Check has helped tens of thousands of Australians improve their heart health.

Reporting to the Director of Development, you will manage our team of registered nurses who travel across the country testing 10,000 Australians each year for the key modifiable risk factors of heart disease.

What we will trust you with

• Manage HHC budget and report quarterly to Finance.
• Prepare costing models for clients.
• Manage and train HHC nurses.
• Manage testing events calendar and oversee management of staff roster and event information.
• Oversee all logistical requirements including flights, accommodation and equipment transport.
• Report statistical results by event for client and the Institute.
• Ensure participant consent requirements are met.
• Liaise with client for media and branding opportunities and approvals.
• Oversee maintenance of stock levels of all consumables, source suppliers , negotiate trading terms and place orders.
• Ensure all equipment is well maintained and manage annual quality control assessment.

Does this sound like you?

• Relevant qualifications or experience in health communication, business development or customer service.
• Proven experience in business management, budgeting, planning and reporting.
• Excellent organisational and project management skills.
• Significant experience in people management and leadership.
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly excel.
• Detailed knowledge of key risks for cardiovascular disease (desirable).
• Nursing or medical background may be an advantage.

Special requirements

• Some out of hours and weekend work will be required.
• Some intrastate and interstate travel will be required.

What you will be proud of

Being part of an Institute that is not only dedicated to finding cures for cardiovascular disease, but one that also strives to ensure our employees and students enjoy a great working environment. We value and are committed to providing a safe working environment that embraces diversity, gender equity and promote flexible working arrangements for all employees. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. We also welcome applicants with diverse educational backgrounds, professional knowledge, personality types, thinking styles and life experiences. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

What we offer

• A collaborative, innovative and supportive culture.
• State of the art research equipment.
• Salary packaging.
• Paid parental leave.
• Learning and development opportunities.

Come and work with us & help make a difference.