- Lead a groundbreaking project contributing to cutting edge research.
- Collaborate with leading scientists, clinicians, and industry partners.
- Based in Newcastle you can achieve a great lifestyle without sacrificing your career
Are you a scientific leader passionate about advancing organoid research? Join the Newcastle Human Organoid Program for Effective (NewHOPE) New Therapies team as a Project Manager/Lead Scientist and contribute to a groundbreaking program that facilitates human organoid and primary cell culture research.
Be challenged and imagine with us
As the NewHOPE Project Manager/Lead Scientist, you will be leading and coordinating all aspects of patient recruitment, sample collection and processing. Your expertise in growing and managing organoid cell cultures will contribute to creating a world leading biorepository of organoid, microbiome and tissue samples, helping to revolutionize the future of research. This involves
- Overseeing the collection, sampling, and processing of human biopsies and blood for laboratory research.
- Leading the development and optimization of cell culture processes.
- Managing laboratory operations, ensuring efficient workflow and resource allocation.
- Collaborating with a cross-functional team of scientists and researchers to achieve project goals.
- Maintaining detailed documentation of processes, results, and project milestones.
- Ensuring compliance with ethical guidelines, safety regulations, and laboratory protocols.
- Contributing to the broader mission of the NewHOPE project by advancing non-animal-based research methods.
This fixed term position is full time at a HEW 7 Higher Education Level until December 2026 located at Hunter Medical Research Institute.
About our University
The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and creating a better future for our regions and the globe. Underpinned by this vision and our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability, the University of Newcastle’s Looking Ahead Strategic Plan 2020-2025 outlines the University’s commitment to delivering an exceptional student experience and serving our communities.
For more information click here – Our Uni.
About the Unit
The School of Biomedical Sciences and Pharmacy is one of the University's most research-intensive schools, currently being ranked in the top three in terms of external research funding. Our researchers apply cutting edge technology and relevant disease models to address important questions and accelerate knowledge transfer and translation in key areas of human health and disease.
What we offer
In addition to working for a university that is breaking boundaries, discovering new ways of thinking and cementing a place as a global leader, we offer a range of benefits to our employees to ensure you balance your commitments, stay healthy and work effectively.
These include:
- The remuneration for this position is pro-rated from $99,655 - $112,112 p.a. + superannuation and is commensurate with skills and experience
- Flexible working arrangements (in line with the University’s Flexible Work Policy
- 17% super and salary packaging
- Additional University Holiday days, generous personal leave and parental leave, annual leave loading and additional purchased leave scheme
- Discounts in private health insurance, gym memberships, software, travel and more
- Wellbeing programs
Your next steps
Please visit here for a guide on how to apply for a role.
If viewing this on a job board other than the University's please click ‘Apply’ to reach the University's website, where a copy of the Position Description can be accessed. Please download a copy before commencing your application.
Your application must include:
- Your resume
- A cover letter outlining your motivation to apply for this opportunity
- A statement addressing the Essential Criteria listed below demonstrating your qualifications and experience with examples.
- First class Honours Degree in Biomedical science with at least 4 years subsequent research experience in Biomedical science or a related area; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
- Extensive experience in a biological laboratory research environment, demonstrating excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
- Demonstrated expertise (through publication or thesis) of in vitro models of disease, in particular human cell culture, and demonstrated skills in scientific reporting and writing.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively and communicate in a multi-disciplinary context.
- Ability to show leadership and exceptional interpersonal skills by empowering staff to meet high standards and delivery of targets whilst actively managing performance and KPIs to achieve positive outcomes.
- Knowledge of, and experience in adhering to workplace policies and procedures in the areas of work health safety, equity, diversity and promoting a respectful workplace culture.
DESIRABLE CRITERIA
- Experience in industry/regulatory role with experience in data management and record keeping.
- Experience with good practice handling of clinical specimens.
To ensure that your application receives full consideration, it's important to structure and address the selection criteria outlined in the application process. This helps us better understand your experience and suitability for the role. We appreciate your attention to this matter and look forward to reviewing your application.
Please upload your Cover Letter and response to the requested Criteria as one PDF document.
Your Cover Letter and Response to the Essential Criteria should not exceed 4 pages (approximately 2,000 words).
For specific position enquiries, please contact Professor Simon Keely on (02) 4042 0229 or via email simon.keely@newcastle.edu.au
Having Difficulties? Please reach out to us: employment@newcastle.edu.au
Closing date: Wednesday 23rd October 2024 at 11.59pm AEST
We are excited to be Looking Ahead with you