About This Opportunity 

As Research Operations Manager, you will be responsible for supporting the Vicebio/Sanofi contract research program and all research in the Chappell group. This role encompasses coordinating and overseeing project outcomes across all aspects of the project life-cycle, including research management and coordination, managing and supporting progress on project deliverables, collaborate in tracking of milestone delivery timelines, and oversee reporting and documentation requirements of project are met. In this position, you will also be responsible for contributing specialist research expertise and skills related to vaccine development and will have responsibilities performing related laboratory based research.

Key responsibilities will include (but are not limited to): 

Research  Management

• Monitor budgets and timelines to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery of contract research work packages. Update timelines as required using project management software and prepare Gantt charts to communicate timelines to stakeholders.
• Coordinate research stream delegation and roles and responsibilities of team relating to contracted research goals
• Tracking project deliverables and progress to support successful delivery; supporting research team to navigate and resolve problems which may impede

• Assist in the preparation of research proposals, plans and reports; Including coordinating preparation and finalisation of experiment plans and completion reports for animal work. Oversee the preparation and delivery of milestone reports to Sanofi.
• Assist in scheduling and administrative preparation for the conducting of animal experiments within UQBR.
• Assisting in the development of the project budget, including preparing estimates as relevant to the project research streams

Research

• Undertakes advanced elements of research focusing on pre-clinical vaccine development
• Plan and conduct laboratory work within an established research group and larger consortium
• Conduct high quality experiments under the guidance of experienced post-doctoral researchers to achieve a well-defined set of project goals.
• Thorough recording of results using an electronic lab book format
• Standard procedures involving laboratory mice including immunisations, blood draws and sacrifice

Safety

• Ensures a high standard of research housekeeping, waste disposal, sample storage and chemical/specimen/sample inventory management
• Assists with developing a proactive safety culture and implement continuous improvement 

This is a full-time (100%), fixed-term position through to December 2027 at HEW Level 8.

About You  

• Postgraduate qualifications, progress towards postgraduate qualifications and extensive relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience, education and training.
• Demonstrated experience in the planning, delivery and management of research in a team environment, including project coordination, monitoring deliverables and reporting against timelines.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in contracts and contractual negotiations. Experience with research funding agreements would be an advantage.
• An understanding of, or experience with, government funding schemes, particularly those involving industry linkages and cross-institutional collaborations.
• Demonstrated strategic and operational planning and management skills, including financial management, project management, intellectual property, risk management and associated business reporting.
• Demonstrated experience in the design, implementation, review and continuous improvement of operational processes.
• High-level proficiency in the use of computer systems, particularly office applications, accounting software, project management systems and the use and development of databases. Experience as a Salesforce system administrator would be an advantage.
• Highly developed skills in data analysis and interpretation, problem-solving, and the ability to identify and resolve operational problems.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously, manage competing demands, establish priorities, handle ambiguity and anticipate risks.
• Highly developed interpersonal, influencing and negotiation skills, with demonstrated ability to build internal and external relationships and networks with key stakeholders.
• Highly developed written communication skills and demonstrated ability to prepare briefings, project and milestone reports, and strategic reports.
• Experience leading a team, including planning, organising, performance management, recognition and development of staff.

Interested?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Dr Rhiannon Dalrymple - [email protected]  

For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at [email protected], stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line. 

When you apply, please ensure you upload a resume and cover letter summarizing how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section.

Other Information 

Pre-employment checks may include: verification of the right to work in Australia, qualifications, criminal history checks, mandatory immunisations. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ, and encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criteria but can demonstrate their potential relative to opportunity. We’re also happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process. Just let us know how we can help by emailing [email protected] or calling +61 7 3365 2623.

Applications close 18 October 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-69403).

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