Project Officer- H2Seq: Viral Genomics, The Kirby Institute

vor 3 Wochen


Sydney, Österreich University of New South Wales Vollzeit

Employment Type : Full Time

Duration : Up until 30 June 2026

Remuneration : Level 6 $100K-$107K (based on experience) + 17% Super + Annual Leave Loading

Location : Kensington, Sydney, New South Wales

To be successful you will hold Australian Working Rights or Australian Citizenship. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

About The Kirby Institute:

The Kirby Institute is a world-leading health research institute at UNSW Sydney. We work to eliminate infectious diseases, globally. Our specialisation is in developing health solutions for the most at-risk communities. Putting communities at the heart of our research, we develop tests, treatments, cures and prevention strategies that have the greatest chance of success.

Why Your Role Matters:

H2Seq: Viral genomics for public health interventions in HIV and HCV is a large Medical Research Futures Fund (MRFF) supported national project which aims to develop systems for improved public health metadata collection to be combined with high throughput viral sequencing and bioinformatic systems for ‘near real time’ molecular epidemiological analyses for newly acquired HIV and HCV infections to guide public health responses.

The Project Officer is responsible for supporting the research team in implementation and coordination of prison-based research projects for hepatitis C molecular epidemiology in H2Seq. The Project Officer will be responsible for the preparation and management of key project documents including study protocols, ethics and governance applications, as well as coordination of research activities and data collection. The Project Officer will use their experience in clinical research to implement, monitor, and report on the conduct of clinical research projects, and provide strategic and tactical guidance on operational matters.

The Project Officer reports to the H2seq Project Manager and will work closely with Hepatitis C team leader who leads the hepatitis C activities in H2Seq.

Skills and Experience:

  • Relevant qualifications and experience in clinical, epidemiological, or biomedical research. Experience with research project coordination including management of clinical data collection in the field, as well as data transfer processes, and database development and maintenance.
  • Excellent computer skills with Microsoft Office suite with a proven aptitude for learning new software packages.
  • Excellent time management and organizational skills with a proven ability in establishing priorities and meeting deadlines.
  • Excellent communications skills, including in interactions with diverse clinical and research stakeholders.
  • Proven experience in project coordination, including analytical, problem solving, reporting skills, and ability to work independently.
  • Demonstrated experience completing ethical and regulatory applications and modifications.
  • Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with multiple stakeholders.
  • Willingness and ability to travel locally and interstate, as required.
  • An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
  • Knowledge of health & safety (psychosocial and physical) responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.

Benefits and Culture:

UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to a plethora of UNSW-perks including:

  • 17% Superannuation and leave loading
  • Flexible working
  • Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period
  • Access to lifelong learning and career development
  • Progressive HR practices

More information on the great staff benefits and culture can be found here

How to Apply:

Please click Apply now to submit your application online. Applications submitted via email will not be accepted.

Submit your application online before Monday 27th January at 11:55pm .

To be considered for this role, your application must include a document addressing the Selection Criteria which are outlined in the “Skills and Experience” section of the position description). Applications that do not address these selection criteria will not be considered.

Get in Touch (for job related queries only – applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed):

Aarti: Talent Acquisition Coordinator

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UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.


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