• Full-time fixed term position available until February 2026 for a dedicated SBA Biobank project Officer
• Utilise your exceptional project coordination skills to provide technical and administrative support for projects pertaining to the establishment of the Biobank facility in Sydney Biomedical Accelerator (SBA) at the University of Sydney
• Base Salary $99,455 + 17% superannuation
  

About the opportunity

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  The University of Sydney is now ranked 19th in the world for 2024 university rankings, moving up 22 places in the last year. Our graduate employability is 1st in Australia, and 4th in the world; our subject rankings in Medicine are rated 1st in Australia, and 25th in the world.
  
  The new Faculty of Medicine and Health has been designed to enable innovation, excellence and strategic vision in teaching, research, and clinical practice not only in medicine and health, but in all of the areas in which we operate.
  
  
  We are committed to challenging conventional wisdom, and to finding new paths to travel. We are focussed on leading new possibilities in the way we deliver wellness and healthcare and in making a distinctive impact on healthcare, both locally and globally. It's our commitment to curiosity, connection and excellence that sets us apart. It's how we're making a difference - how we're shaping healthcare.
  
  
  As such, we are in a period of exciting and significant investment in establishing a new Biobank facility at the SBA, and we are seeking a SBA Biobank Project Officer to provide technical and administrative support for projects in the design and establishment of the new facility, equipment, operational workflows, and planning the re-location of existing biospecimen collections to the SBA Biobank. The role will support the coordination, implementation/delivery of a broad range of activities and tasks with different stakeholder
  
  groups as planning and development for the SBA Biobank progresses.
  
  Please note that this role may require travel between university precincts and other sites
  
  You can read more about the program here.
  
  Your key responsibilities will be to:
  

• provide technical and administrative support for projects in (1) the design and establishment of the new facility, equipment, and operational readiness, and (2) planning the relocation of existing biospecimen collections to the SBA Biobank
• support coordination, implementation, and delivery on a broad range of activities and tasks with different stakeholder groups as planning and development for the SBA Biobank progresses
• undertake independent research and analysis to provide information and make recommendations for different aspects of the facility design and operational planning, including compliance, safety, and efficiency of operational workflows
• provide technical and hands-on support for project deliverables, documentation, and communications to help ensure effective collaboration across the broader project team
• assist with planning the re-location of existing biospecimen collections into the SBA Biobank, including in-depth preparation and sample auditing for the re-location of multiple different biobanks into the new facility.

About you

• requires knowledge of biobank operations and quality management in a research or clinical setting
• have practical knowledge and biobanking experience in procedures including the collection, processing, and storage of human biospecimens
• good understanding of relevant legislation, governance, and regulatory compliance (such as ISO accreditation standards and SOPs
• experience with administrative tasks and communications in various formats, such as organising meetings, and preparation and presentation of summaries and reports, and the development and documentation of SOPs and manuals in accordance with regulatory standards/requirements
• ability to carry out routine tasks autonomously under broad supervision and be able to evaluate and summarise relevant information from various sources to aid in informed decision-making processes
• expected to prioritise their own work to meet any deadlines and project needs
• ability to take initiative and exercise sound judgement in resolving matters that may arise as part of normal daily work
• excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, coupled with organisation skills with excellent attention to detail, and strong planning and problem-solving skills
• hold a tertiary qualification in Science/ Biomedical Science or relevant field or an equivalent recognised qualification relevant to biobanking, Medical Laboratory Science or relevant speciality.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires valid work rights for Australia.

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 LGBTIQ+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

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