Overview
Project Manager
role at
University of Melbourne
Role type: Full-Time, Fixed-Term for 2 years. Faculty: Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences. Department: Infectious Diseases. Salary: UoM 7 - $109,093 - $118,091 p.a. plus 17% super.
Your next career chance
As Project Manager for the MITIGATE program, you will lead a national initiative integrating advanced genomic and transcriptomic diagnostics to enhance infectious disease detection and management. You will coordinate research activities across multiple hospital sites and research labs, oversee project timelines, stakeholder communication, and laboratory integration, with the goal of improving healthcare outcomes and developing expertise in clinical research management and translational science.
Your responsibilities
Coordinate Multi-Site Research:
Manage operational activities, timelines, and deliverables across multiple clinical and research sites to ensure smooth project execution.
Drive Stakeholder Engagement:
Facilitate governance meetings, lead communication with stakeholders, and oversee reporting on progress and milestones.
Integrate Laboratory Workflows:
Oversee sample processing, workflow design, and quality control for metagenomic and transcriptomic analysis across sites.
Manage Regulatory Compliance:
Liaise with university and hospital research offices for ethics submissions, contracts, and site governance processes.
You may be a great fit if
You are a skilled project manager with a strong background in biomedical sciences or public health, possess excellent stakeholder management skills, and have a deep understanding of laboratory workflows in molecular biology or genomics.
You may also
Hold a tertiary qualification in biomedical sciences, public health, or a related field.
Have demonstrated experience in managing clinical research or large-scale multi-site projects.
Possess strong understanding of laboratory workflows in molecular biology or genomics.
Excel in stakeholder management with exceptional communication and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrate flexibility and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment.
What we offer
Benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.
Flexible work arrangements and inclusion initiatives.
Health and well-being services including Employee Assistance Program.
Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We are committed to an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued and respected. We provide reasonable adjustments for candidates throughout the application and interview stages.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants are encouraged. For information on our Indigenous strategy and support, please visit the Careers site or contact relevant teams for assistance.
How to apply
Applications should include: Resume, Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience, and responses against the Selection Criteria (found in the Position Description). For information to help you compile short statements, see the Careers site.
Applications close: 6 October 2025 11:55 PM Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST).
Position Description:
Project Manager
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📌 Project Manager
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