Program Manager

at  Murdoch Childrens Research Institute

Role Type: 3-year full time contract
Salary: $120,000 – $137,000 p.a + super + NFP salary packaging benefits
Location: Work from Melbourne or Sydney or remotely
Are you ready to make a significant impact in the realm of genomic research and rare diseases? The Centre’s Rare Disease (RD) Program is seeking an exceptional Program Manager to drive our mission forward.

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU:

Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field such as Data Science, Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Genetics, or a related discipline OR a minimum of 5 years’ experience in project or program management in a genomics, bioinformatics, or a related scientific field.
Proven ability as a senior manager, including demonstrated experience in decision making and relationship management.
Experience in managing or being a part of a remote or distributed team. Demonstrated ability in maintaining team cohesion and ensure effective communication in a fully remote work environment.
Proven ability to support the definition and execution of strategy, translating abstract ideas into actionable steps. Demonstrated ability to provide clear direction and guidance based on defined strategy.
Any specific questions related to this position should be directed to Cas Simons at cas.simons@mcri.edu.au.
What’s in it for you?
Innovative Environment: Work at the forefront of genomic research, making tangible impacts in the rare disease sector.
Collaborative Culture: Harmonise the needs of data science, software engineering, project management, and scientific teams to drive efficient data processing and analysis.
Global Impact: Engage with stakeholders and collaborators from around the world, enhancing the reach and effectiveness of our RD Program.
Flexible Work Model: Benefit from a remote-first/hybrid work setup while participating in valuable in-person interactions and quarterly events.
Who we are
The Centre for Population Genomics is a collaborative initiative of the Garvan Institute of Medical Research (Garvan) in Sydney and MCRI in Melbourne. The Centre is directed by Daniel MacArthur who previously led a team at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard in Boston that was responsible for the development and open release of the Genome Aggregation Database (gnomAD), a collection of genetic data from over 140,000 individuals that has become one of the most widely-used reference databases in human genetics.
The Centre is focussing on developing cutting-edge tools and resources to facilitate the conversion of genomic data into improved diagnosis and treatment. Ultimately, the Centre will generate and manage the largest sets of genomic and clinical data ever assembled in Australia and apply these to solve various scientific and medical problems.
Join us!
If you are a strategic thinker, a trusted advisor, and a continuous learner eager to make a difference, we invite you to join our team. Apply now and become a key player in transforming the landscape of rare disease research and outcomes.
Please apply with a copy of your resume and cover letter addressing the selection criteria.
We welcome individuals of diverse genders, ages, ethnicities, cultural backgrounds, abilities, religions, and sexual orientations in our workplace. We actively encourage talented individuals from all walks of life to apply for our job openings. Our commitment lies in fostering a workplace that is barrier-free and inclusive, aiming to attract the most skilled candidates.
For any questions related to the recruitment process, feel free to reach out to our Recruitment team at recruitment@mcri.edu.au. Ensure that you include the position number and job title in the subject line. Please refrain from sharing your application to this email address.
Please note, we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
Applications close: Friday 12th July 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight tim

WHY THIS ROLE IS ESSENTIAL:

As the Rare Disease Program Manager, you will be a pivotal figure in our dynamic and collaborative environment.

YOUR ROLE WILL ENCOMPASS:

Project/Program Management: Leading with precision and operational efficiency, ensuring seamless coordination across various teams.
User-Focused Process Creation: Building capabilities to deliver impactful outcomes for our extensive network of rare disease collaborators.
Collaboration & Support: Working closely with the RD Lead and team members to anticipate needs and support overall program activity.
Prospective candidates will ideally be located at the Garvan Institute in Sydney or the MCRI in Melbourne. While CPG champions a remote-first/hybrid work model, we also value office interactions and quarterly face-to-face events. The perfect fit will be someone who flourishes in a virtual workspace and balances remote work with the office.

FURTHER RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

Support the Rare Disease Lead to facilitate all aspects of the Centre’s Rare Disease Program, ensuring operational efficiency, collaborating on strategy and timely delivery of outcomes.
Cultivate and maintain relationships with internal teams such as data science, software engineering, project management, and scientific teams. Facilitate seamless collaboration with these groups in order to advance the objectives of the RD team.
Engage with external stakeholders to ensure clear communication and alignment of objectives. Efficiently manage and address challenges impacting these collaborators, ensuring that the Program’s objectives are clearly communicated and understood outside of the organisation.