Utilise your exceptional project coordination skills to support the strategic biospecimen/biobank framework in the Faculty of Medicine and HealthEstablish effective operational and administrative systems and processes for ensuring a safe and efficient working environment in alignment with relevant national and state legislationFull-time fixed term position until 31 December 2026 with a Base Salary $108,577 + 17% superannuationAbout the opportunity The University of Sydney is now ranked 19th in the world for 2024 university rankings, moving up 22 places in the last year. Our graduate employability is 1st in Australia, and 4th in the world; our subject rankings in Medicine are rated 1st in Australia, and 25th in the world.
The Faculty of Medicine and Health has been designed to enable innovation, excellence and strategic vision in teaching, research, and clinical practice not only in medicine and health, but in all the areas in which we operate.
We are committed to challenging conventional wisdom, and to finding new paths to travel. We are focused on leading new possibilities in the way we deliver wellness and healthcare and in making a distinctive impact on healthcare, both locally and globally. It's our commitment to curiosity, connection and excellence that sets us apart. It's how we're making a difference - how we're shaping healthcare.
The Research Infrastructure Team within the Faculty of Medicine and Health are seeking a Biobank and Clinical Cohorts Coordinator to support in the implementation of the strategic biobank framework which will be the first of its kind, facilitating initiatives, and projects to standardise the procedures for use and maintenance within the faculty.
Your key responsibilities will be to:
be involved in a high-level operating model for the strategic implementation of a biospecimen/biobank frameworkprovide high level support in the strategic implementation of the programcollaborate with stakeholders within the schools, hospitals, and collaborators, to support meeting priorities and objectives of Biobank facility developmentresearch business case recommendations, and papers related to the projects and initiatives impacting the compliance, safety, and efficiency in using and maintaining the Biobank facilitiesidentify and analyse emerging risks to Biobank facilities and recommends mitigation, minimisation, and elimination strategies and procedures.About you To be successful in this role, you:
have fantastic writing and communication abilities, with experience writing and curating business reports and proceduresunderstand biobank governance requirementspossess demonstrable project coordination skills, and experience with change plans and programspossess knowledge of state and federal laws related to biobanking, including (not limited to) the NSW Human Tissue Act and the NHMRC National Statement on Ethical Conduct in Human Researchpossess accuracy, attention to detail, planning and analysis skills together with problem-solving and the ability to use initiative and exercise sound judgementcan work both independently and as part of a team, taking the initiative and exercising sound judgement in resolving matters that may arise as part of normal daily work.Sponsorship / work rights for Australia Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Australian Temporary Residents currently employed at the University of Sydney may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the position.
Pre-employment checks Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.
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Applications Close Monday 23 September 2024 11:59 PM
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