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About the Perkins

The Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research, affectionately known as ‘the Perkins’, is Western Australia’s leading medical research facility focussed on finding kinder treatments and better health outcomes for people living with cancer, heart disease, diabetes or rare genetic disorders. We are proudly Western Australian, and we value our collaborative, scientific approach to the discovery of medical breakthroughs.

 

People are at the heart of everything we do at the Perkins. So many of us have been touched by the diseases we’re investigating, which adds a deeply personal element to the work we do. This is felt by all who support us, whether directly involved in the labs, providing professional support services, or keeping our facilities operating. We work hard together, to get results from the bench to the bedside as quickly as possible so that families can spend more time together.

 

About you

We’re looking for an innovative science nerd who eats, sleeps and breaths grants, research and funding. Process and criteria is your happy place and the research outcomes are your energy. The Perkins wants to hear from applicants who want to use their RD skills for innovative and commercial use. Those who no longer want to be red-taped or bogged down with bureaucracy. Be the leader in your field and hold the brand of the Perkins high when kicking goals and achieving huge community outcomes.

 

About this role

The Research Development Manager leads the Research Development team and is responsible for identifying and driving opportunities and projects aligned with the Perkins strategic goals which are specific to research translation and development. The position reports to the Director of the Perkins, which evidences the importance of the role and its prime goals of ensuring a pipeline of quality applications and funding opportunities to improve the research productivity of the Perkins. You’ll be based at our Nedlands office but your work as part of Team Perkins will have a global impact.

 

The main functions of the role include:

• Ensure a pipeline of quality research applications for researchers and that the Perkins takes advantage of and is successful for relevant funding opportunities
• Proactively seek out and evaluate new research opportunities that align with the Perkins strategic plan
• Manage the Research Development function and small team when drafting proposals, managing budgets and overseeing development and growth of innovative projects
• Improve the research productivity of the Perkins when enabling procurement, travel, collaboration and best practise
• Work in conjunction with the Executive when contributing to and supporting commercial outcomes from research activities
• Develop and implement operational processes to facilitate the translation of research findings into practical applications that benefit the organisation, its stakeholders, and society at large
• Ensure the RDO Team support researchers to prepare for grant success. This includes creating metrics, guidelines and processes to assist in items such as publication process, consumer engagement, profiling and grant applications.
• Improve business process and develop innovative ways of commercialising research outcomes and enabling opportunities that lifts the Perkins brand and sustainability

To be the best at this role, you’ll bring:

• An in depth understanding of the research grant environment, requirements and underlying drivers of success
• Demonstrated ability to plan and deliver on fast paced complex work meeting deadlines in a busy environment
• Highly developed interpersonal and relationship building skills (internal and external)
• Ability to work independently, show initiative, work productively as the leader of a small team and as part of the broader Perkins team
• Highly developed organisational skills and demonstrated ability to maintain long term programs of work
• Highly developed planning skills and the ability to maintain large sets of support documentation and information
• Relevant tertiary degree or experience

If you really want to stand out, tell us more about your:

• Specific knowledge of the approach, processes and criteria of the NHMRC, MRFF and FHRI Fund programs
• Ability to lead and manage a team to achieve productivity and maintain high-quality research outcomes.

So, you’re keen to join Team Perkins. What next?

Read this position description for more detail about the role.

 

Please apply via Seek: Research Development Manager

 

Your application must include:

• An application letter that outlines the skills and experience you would bring to this role, as well as your salary expectations.
• A concise CV
• Two references

Be quick! In this climate, we need to start interviewing as soon as possible – even before the closing date. 

About the Perkins

The Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research, affectionately known as ‘the Perkins’, is Western Australia’s leading medical research facility focussed on finding kinder treatments and better health outcomes for people living with cancer, heart disease, diabetes or rare genetic disorders. We are proudly Western Australian, and we value our collaborative, scientific approach to the discovery of medical breakthroughs.

 

People are at the heart of everything we do at the Perkins. So many of us have been touched by the diseases we’re investigating, which adds a deeply personal element to the work we do. This is felt by all who support us, whether directly involved in the labs, providing professional support services, or keeping our facilities operating. We work hard together, to get results from the bench to the bedside as quickly as possible so that families can spend more time together.

 

About you

We’re looking for an HR hero to save the day. An inquisitive mind who loves nothing more than unwrapping problems, getting to the bottom of an issue, and takes as much delight celebrating the small steps as they do the final outcome. This would suit a Human Resources Business Partner or Senior Advisor, looking for their next step managing a function and a team.

 

About this role

The HR Manager will join a small but growing team and have the aim of assisting the HR Lead in the first 4-5 months to kick start important projects and get the Perkins’ HR Processes on track. Once they have grasped the complexity of medical research and relish in its enormous purpose, they will then take on the HR Lead’s responsibilities over a period of parental leave cover.

 

To say this role will play an integral part of the HR function here at Perkins is an understatement. Fixed term with the intent of covering the parental leave cover initially (12 months), this role has legs and it will be up to the awesome and impactful HR Manager for what comes next – you will certainly have the backing of the business! You’ll be based at Perkins North, located at the QEII Medical Centre in Nedlands, but your work as part of Team Perkins will have a global impact.

 

The main functions of the role include:

• Own, manage and execute critical HR Projects that include:
  • Creating and developing a next-generation performance review process
  • Implementing an effective and seamless onboarding experience that is digital, automated and captures our broader Perkins community
  • Roll out of our new HR System (Culture Amp) with the view to gaining data, promoting voice and choice and mapping future state.
  • Conducting a consultative Broad Organisational Policy review with objective of developing frameworks, templates and new policies that can enhance capability and compliance.
• Develops strong relations and builds effective processes with UWA Human Resources team to assist in facilitating HR practise for Group Leaders and all researchers.
• Lead the HR Officer, HR Project Officer and the broad HR function, overseeing the entire HR Lifecycle such as (but not limited to) recruitment, payroll and all HR system and processes.
• Build trusted relationships with leaders and managers to support them in in the understanding and applying industrial relations requirements.
• Responsible for managing day to day HR Operations. Including employee records, benefits administration and managing HR system HR3 and all HR processes.

To be the best at this role, you’ll bring:

• Commitment to people, with expertise in a person centric approach to HR.
• Proven experience in working with leaders to build and maintain an exceptional workplace culture, one that celebrates engaged and high performing individuals and teams.
• Extensive knowledge of HRM, ER and OHS.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing innovative measures to address recruitment, retention and onboarding within a diverse organisation.
• Experience in using data and analytics to guide decision making coupled with an orientation for innovation and creative problem-solving approach.
• Project Management experience where you have a proven track record of mapping, assessing and executing HR related projects, on time and with exceptional engagement and impact.
• Competencies across the O365 Suite, HR Systems (Culture Amp or HR3 is a bonus) and project platforms

Keen bean? 

Download this position description for more information and detail regarding this role.

 

If you want to find out more, please contact Lisa King (HR Lead) on (08) 6151 0754 or email [email protected].

 

Nothing’s stopping you, throw your hat in the ring. But be quick! In this climate, we need to start interviewing as soon as possible – even before the closing date.

About the Perkins

The Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research, affectionately known as ‘the Perkins’, is Western Australia’s leading medical research facility focussed on finding kinder treatments and better health outcomes for people living with cancer, heart disease, diabetes or rare genetic disorders. We are proudly Western Australian, and we value our collaborative, scientific approach to the discovery of medical breakthroughs.

 

People are at the heart of everything we do at the Perkins. So many of us have been touched by the diseases we’re investigating, which adds a deeply personal element to the work we do. This is felt by all who support us, whether directly involved in the labs, providing professional support services, or keeping our facilities operating. We work hard together, to get results from the bench to the bedside as quickly as possible so that families can spend more time together.

 

About you

We’re looking for a warm human with a friendly smile and a positive approach to everything they do. A customer facing role is your right up your alley and meeting new people, providing solutions gives you energy.

 

About this role

The role of Concierge at our top-notch Medical Research facility is the glue that holds everything together. You are the face and brand of the organisation and the first and last person you liaise with when at the Perkins. You are the connector, problem solver, innovator and pro-active role model for getting things done. You will be responsible for building access, front desk communications and related administration. An important part of the Facilities team, you will be based at Perkins North, at the QEII Medical Centre in Nedlands, and complete 8-hour shift patterns between 7am and 10pm, 5 days a week.

 

The main functions of the role include:

• Facilities Management that include access, security procedures, visitor procedures, OHS and all front desk administration
• Manage building inductions and ensure all visitors and staff are safe and risk free when entering and exiting the building
• Provide all visitors and staff with a warm and professional service and approach all tasks and engagements with an inclusive and helpful manner.
• Complete all daily activity reports, incident reports, stock take etc and ensure all database and systems related to facilities and access are up to date.
• Manage all front desk responsibilities and problems, resolving any issues and providing information and support to tenants and other team members when required
• When required, operate all safety equipment, including but not limited to fire alarms, firefighting, and first aid equipment.
• Promote a culture of respect for security and safety procedures throughout your assigned area of responsibility and be an advocate for OHS by reporting all safety hazards.

To be the best at this role, you’ll bring:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact professionally and effectively with all levels across diverse groups, including academics, professional staff, students, visitors, and tradespeople
• High level of proficiency in verbal and written communication skills
• Highly developed organisational and planning skills and the ability to set priorities and meet deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a team and autonomously
  Flexible approach to duties along with the ability to work under pressure
• High levels of attention to detail
• Proficient in a range of computing skills including the Microsoft Office suite
• Prior experience as a Concierge or Front Desk representative or relevant position

If you really want to stand out, tell us more about your:

• Prior knowledge or experience in fire, first aid and other safety procedures or processes.

So, you’re keen to join Team Perkins. What next?

Download this position description for more details.

 

Be quick! In this climate, we need to start interviewing as soon as possible – even before the closing date.