Senior Research Officer

Through our key scientific strengths in cancer, immunology and genomic science, we aim to catalyse research from fundamental discovery to transformational impact. Enabled by cutting-edge technology and world-class facilities, and the support of our passionate Garvan family; our researchers and professional staff strive, every day, to create a future where everyone lives longer, healthier lives.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Senior Research Officer (Level 1-6) is accountable for conducting research independently within a laboratory, with strategic guidance and oversight from the Laboratory Head. They should be working towards achieving funding to support their research projects. This is a two year maximum term contract.

SNAPSHOT OF BENEFITS

• Generous salary packaging to save you income tax on your wages thereby boosting your monthly take home pay (max. $15,900 general expenses + $2,650 meals/accom)
• Ample opportunities for on-going training and development
• Stimulating, diverse and highly international research environment
• Flexible work arrangements e.g. start / finish times
• 18 weeks paid parental leave for both parents including paid superannuation
• A range of additional leave types to meet your personal needs including cultural leave, conference leave, community service and study leave
• Discounted Health Insurance
• Lifestyle discounts with our community partners

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Research Excellence

• Successful leadership of research projects resulting in first or senior authorship of published articles in refereed journals, books, conference papers / reports and other research publications
• Contribution to productive research outcomes in team and collaborative projects resulting in mid-authorships on scientific publications
• National and international recognition by invited seminar presentations and oral/poster presentations at national and international meetings
• Role as a named Investigator on research proposal submissions to external funding bodies

Team effort

• Supervision and mentoring of research students and junior research staff
• Collaboration with other research staff to develop research projects
• Administrative functions to assist efficient day-to-day operations of research labs and facilities
• Contribution to Garvan's organisation and management through membership of committees, participation in training and mentoring programs and other activities to promote a culture of research excellence and collegiality
• Promotion of research links with external partners
• Involvement in professional service through active participation in scientific societies
• Participation in Garvan promotion and fund-raising events, including Young Garvan, public

ABOUT YOU

The key skills and experience of a Senior Research Officer include:

• Shall possess an MD or PhD degree in a relevant area of science
• Minimum 2 years relevant experience
• Strong project management skills
• Ability to develop, manage and maintain internal and external working relationships
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills
• Experience in managing budgets
• Experience in preparing and reporting on human ethics applications
• Proficient in use of the Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong problem solving, analytical skills, and strategic thinking
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work well and flexibly in small teams and with a wide range of varying stakeholders
• Experience leading and managing teams (desirable)
• Experience working with clinical pathology services (desirable)
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills (desirable)

ABOUT GARVAN

The Garvan Institute of Medical Research is an independent Medical Research Institute (MRI) in Sydney, delivering scientific and clinical impact on a global basis and in partnership with organisations that share our vision. We are proud to be one of Australia's largest and most highly regarded MRI's.

Our vision is global leadership in discoveries to impact and our enduring purpose is to impact human health, by harnessing information encoded in our genome.

We seek to see our world-class discovery research achieve life-changing impacts, not only for individual patients with rare diseases, but for the many thousands affected by complex, common disease.

Garvan promotes a diverse workplace and is committed to the principles of equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging. We are always looking for culture 'add', not culture 'fit' and are building diverse teams with great sets of complementary styles and skills to help deliver our important work effectively.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply for this position, please submit your application with a CV and cover letter as one document, stating why you are interested in this role. We are reviewing applications as they are received. If you think you're the right person for this role, we'd love to hear how your capabilities, achievements and experience set you apart. Only applicants with full working rights in Australia are eligible to apply for this role.