Program Manager in Radiotherapy Innovations

University of Sydney; Sydney; On-site; AUD 133,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Superannuation 17%

Job summary

University of Sydney in Sydney, Australia, seeks a Program Manager to lead an internationally-leading radiotherapy innovations program at the South Eveleigh Biomedical Building within the Faculty of Medicine and Health. The role combines program leadership, research governance, and stakeholder engagement to deliver scalable, low-cost radiotherapy and imaging solutions.

The position offers a four-year full-time fixed-term contract with a base salary of $132,533-$162,347 p.a., plus leave loading

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant discipline with research program management experience.
• Experience in computational algorithm development, medical imaging, or clinical trials.
• Proven ability to lead research projects and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the research program, develop program plans, milestones, meetings, schedules, and risk registers.
• Perform research in medical physics and translate scalable radiotherapy and imaging innovations.
• Contribute to written materials, reports, and communications.
• Mentor junior academic staff and students as necessary to achieve program objectives.

Skills

Program management

Research coordination

Stakeholder engagement

Written communication

Education

PhD in relevant discipline (Medical Physics, Radiology, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, Medicine, or Engineering)

Job description

## Program Manager in Radiotherapy InnovationsApply: Eveleigh: Full time: Posted Today: 0147357## * **Join an internationally leading research program improving cancer outcomes through equitable next generation radiotherapy technology development*** **Located at South Eveleigh Biomedical building in the Faculty of Medicine and Health*** **Four-year full time fixed term contract, with a base salary of $132,533-$162,347 p.a., plus leave loading and a 17% superannuation****About the opportunity**Radiotherapy is used in the care of around half of all people with cancer, yet many patients experience side effects that significantly reduce quality of life. While emerging technologies can substantially reduce these effects, access is often limited by cost, complexity, or infrastructure.The Image X Institute has been awarded a major **Translational Program Grant** to address this challenge by developing and translating **scalable, low-cost radiotherapy and imaging innovations** with the potential to improve outcomes and reduce inequities in cancer care.We are seeking a **Research Fellow**/**Program Manager (Level B/C)** to support the successful delivery of this ambitious, multi‐year research program. Working closely with the Program Director (Professor Paul Keall), Chief Investigators, clinical partners, and stakeholders, you will conduct research on a theme of the program and provide program‐level coordination, governance support, and operational leadership.As Program Manager, you will play a central role in the Program’s research, as well as taking a lead role in the coordinating the delivery of the Program, ensuring activities progress in line with funding requirements, milestones, and timelines. This role sits at the interface of academic leadership, research operations, and stakeholder engagement, and contributes directly to the Program’s long‐term impact goals. This role suits a researcher who combines strong organisational capability with experience in research programs and a commitment to translation and impact.**Your key responsibilities will be to:*** Manage the research program, develop and maintain program plans, milestones, meetings, schedules, and risk registers, liaise with key stakeholders* Perform research in medical physics, working diligently to develop and translate scalable, low-cost radiotherapy and imaging innovations with the potential to improve outcomes and reduce inequities in cancer care. The duties may include: -clinical-trial involvement -algorithm development -data analysis* Contribute to written materials, reports, presentations, and communications* Mentor junior academic staff and students as necessary to achieve the program objectives.**About you:*** Ph.D. in a relevant discipline (e.g. Medical Physics, Radiology, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, Medicine, or Engineering)* Demonstrated experience or knowledge of one or more of the following: + computational algorithm development + medical imaging expertise + medical device development + clinical trials* A demonstrated ability to conduct research/scholarly activities with high quality publications* Experience supporting or managing research projects or programs· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders **Sponsorship / work rights for Australia**Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For a continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.Australian Temporary Residents currently employed at the University of Sydney may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the reasons for the position.**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 include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through 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.**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 Rachel Ann Yazigi, Recruitment Operations by email to [e-mail].