Senior Research Officer at GDG on Campus | University of Sydney

Camperdown, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Mar, 26

Salary

112628.0

Posted On

16 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Research Projects, Experimental Design, Data Collection, Ethics Submissions, Grant Applications, Interpersonal Skills, Communication Skills, Negotiation Skills, Conflict Resolution, Attention to Detail, Workplace Health and Safety, Compliance Management, Team Collaboration, Mouse Colony Management, Innovative Methodologies, Stakeholder Engagement

Industry

technology;Information and Internet

Description

Join the University of Sydney’s School of Medical Sciences and support important research Full Time Fixed Term opportunity until 31 December 2026 Base Salary from $112,628 + 17% superannuation About the opportunity The University of Sydney School of Medical Sciences is a global leader in medical science education and provides high-impact research that addresses the most important global health issues. Our multidisciplinary curriculum prepares our students for an engaging and rewarding career in a variety of fields across medicine, health and science. Our medical science research aims to improve overall human health by investigating how the human body functions, the maintenance of health and the ways we can treat and prevent disease using pharmacological treatment. As part of the Faculty of Medicine and Health, you’ll be joining a community committed to innovation, excellence, and strategic vision in teaching, research, and clinical practice. We challenge conventional thinking and lead new possibilities in delivering wellness and healthcare, locally and globally. Our commitment to curiosity, connection, and excellence is what sets us apart. We are currently seeking a Senior Research Officer to join our team. In this role, you will support important, high-quality research focusing embryonic development, stem cell research and mouse pre-clinical model systems. You will play a key role supporting research activities and data collection, consulting with experts, and developing effective working relationships with research teams. Your key responsibilities will be to: develop effective working relationships with staff scientists and students and other stakeholders to adapt and implement the project perform research activities, including experimental procedures, observations and data collection as required by the research team champion best practices in research, driving the adoption of innovative methodologies and ensuring stringent compliance manage mouse colonies for complex genetics studies foster open communication and collaboration within the team, addressing stakeholder queries and concerns in a timely manner, while building trust within immediate work networks oversee report compilation to meet established standards, proactively identify compliance improvements (ethics), and collaborate with the team to rectify discrepancies monitor risk within the team, promote workplace health and safety, ensure alignment with university policies, and proactively address potential challenges. About you tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline and an equivalent combination of training and experience have experience in developing and working on research projects, including expertise in using research protocols, experimental design, ethics submissions, and grant applications have a clear understanding of ethical guidelines and standards possess excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills with sound negotiating and conflict resolution skills and a demonstrated level of tact and discretion in dealing with day to day operational matters ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong attention to detail and ability to manage various demands on strict deadlines have a working understanding and current knowledge of relevant aspects of the Work, Health, and Safety Policy and relevant legislation. Sponsorship / work rights for Australia You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment. 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. EEO statement At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTQIA+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Platinum Employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion. How to apply Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply. For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Kathy Agostino, Recruitment Operations by email to kathy.agostino@sydney.edu.au. © The University of Sydney The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. Click to view the Position Description for this role. Applications Close Monday 05 January 2026 11:59 PM Our team is expanding, and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Continued success depends on it! So once you've had a chance to explore our current open positions, apply to the ones you feel suit you best and keep track of both your progress in the selection process, and new postings that might interest you! The University values are excellence, trust and accountability. The University of Sydney is committed to diversity and social inclusion. Applications from people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds; equity target groups including women, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQ; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. The University of Sydney may conduct routine pre-employment checks before an appointment is made. Want to know more about working at the University of Sydney? https://www.sydney.edu.au/about-us.html

Responsibilities

The Senior Research Officer will support high-quality research focusing on embryonic development, stem cell research, and mouse pre-clinical model systems. Key responsibilities include developing relationships with research teams, performing research activities, and ensuring compliance with ethical standards.