"Centre and Project Manager"

Role type:

Part time (0.6FTE) and Fixed Term for 2 years

Faculty: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry & Health Sciences
Department: Department of Anatomy and Physiology
Salary: UoM8 - $125,191 - 135,504 p.a. plus 17% super

• Lead innovative research management / Enhance healthcare outcomes for chronic cough / Collaborate with diverse stakeholders
• Apply now to drive impactful research projects and advance healthcare solutions for chronic cough patients.
• Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

The University of Melbourne
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Your next career opportunity
As the Centre and Project Manager at the newly established Centre of Research Excellence IMPACT Chronic Cough, you will coordinate operations and support the development of innovative research projects. You will engage with a dynamic team of scientists, clinicians, and stakeholders to enhance the diagnosis and treatment of chronic cough, ultimately improving healthcare outcomes. This role offers the opportunity to lead governance and strategic initiatives, with potential growth to a full-time position as the Centre achieves its milestones.

Your responsibilities will include

• Managing Centre Operations: Establish processes for tracking deliverables, resource allocation, and reporting.
• Providing Project Management Support: Guide academic and clinical teams through project lifecycles, ensuring timely and high-standard delivery.
• Developing Communication Strategies: Engage stakeholders and enhance external communications through web pages and social media.
• Ensuring Compliance: Adhere to University policies, ensuring ethical standards and effective risk management.

You may be a great fit if
You are an experienced project manager with a background in health research or healthcare sectors, possessing exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to manage complex projects with diverse stakeholders.

You may also:

• Have substantial experience in project management within health research.
• Possess exceptional people management and communication skills.
• Demonstrate expertise in managing complex environments with multiple stakeholders.
• Be proficient in Microsoft Excel and standard application software.
• Have a degree or formal training in a relevant area.

For further information please refer to the attached PD.

What we offer you!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:

• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance
• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

For more information check out our benefits page!

Your new team – “School of Biomedical Science”
As part of the Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences since 2015, the School comprises three Departments, Departments of Anatomy and Physiology, Biochemistry and Pharmacology, and Microbiology and Immunology. It has 85 research groups across the three departments, awarding-winning teachers and more than 2500 equivalent full-time student enrolments each year.

Our Mission
To create an innovative and inclusive academic environment building on a strong legacy of world-class excellence and lay the foundation for new generations of biomedical researchers to create new knowledge and lead the revolution in biomedicine, and realise their dream of advancing human health locally and globally.

Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We believe the diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb.

We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing reasonable adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. For assistance, please contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments'). Contact details for other enquiries are located at the bottom of this page.

Find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Our Indigenous strategy, Murmuk Djerring outlines our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff and students.
Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at oied-hr@unimelb.edu.au for further information and support.

Please note: This role requires current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available.

A Working with Children Check (WWCC) is required for all positions. If successful, we'll guide you through the WWCC application process during onboarding and reimburse the cost.

Join Us and unlock your career potential!
If this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
• The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description)

Learn more about the application process, including tips and FAQs.

For recruitment queries, email Corey Menadue hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au. Include the Position Number and Job Title in the subject line. Please do not send applications to this email address.

For job-specific queries, refer to the contact details in the Position Description.

Applications close: Monday 12 January 2026 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone.

Position Description: JR-006540 Centre and Project Manager.docx