Research Governance and Development Manager

NSW Health; Kingswood; On-site; AUD 96,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Novated leasing

Education opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Fitness Passport

Job summary

Nepean Hospital invites applications for a Research Governance and Development Manager. This temporary full-time role leads the Research Development and Governance Unit across NBMLHD, based at Nepean Hospital.

You will partner with the Director of Research Operations to ensure robust governance, support ethical, high-quality research, and work with clinicians, researchers and stakeholders to strengthen capability and improve health outcomes for Western Sydney communities.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications or equivalent in research management within Local Health District or university
• Solid knowledge of HREC and RG frameworks including NHMRC National Statement
• Proven leadership of diverse research teams across disciplines
• Ability to implement organisational change at management level

Responsibilities

• Oversee research governance and development functions across NBMLHD
• Collaborate with clinicians, researchers and stakeholders to strengthen capability
• Support growth of high-quality, ethical and impactful research
• Lead governance processes and ensure robust governance standards across the district

Skills

Team leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Autonomy

Project management

Change management

Negotiation

Attention to detail

HREC knowledge

Education

Research management degree

Job description

Research Governance and Development Manager

Employment Type:TemporaryFull Time (Up to 04/10/2030)
Position Classification:Health Manager Level 3
Location: Nepean Hospital
Remuneration:$69.35 - $78.79 per hour
Hours Per Week:38
Requisition ID:REQ692925
Applications Close: 22/09/2026

With CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment,
working with us will ensure your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed and develop in your chosen career role.

About Us

Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is an exceptional environment to advance your career while enhancing your skills and expertise. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, we deliver a comprehensive range of public health services across the Nepean, Blue Mountains, and Lithgow Regions.

Nepean Hospital is a teaching hospital that provides tertiary referral services in emergency care, coronary care, diagnostics, gynaecology, paediatric, neonatal intensive care/ICU, maternity, mental health, rehabilitation, and surgery. The Nepean Campus has recently experienced tremendous growth and aims to support communities within and outside of Sydney’s western suburbs, providing world-class clinical facilities, services, and care.

An exciting opportunity exists for a Research Governance and Development Manager to join Nepean Hospital and lead the Research Development and Governance Unit.

Working in partnership with the Director of Research Operations, you will oversee research governance and development functions across Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District, supporting the growth of high-quality, ethical and impactful research.

This key role offers the opportunity to collaborate with clinicians, researchers and stakeholders to strengthen capability, ensure robust governance processes, and contribute to improved health outcomes for the communities we serve.

Benefits available to eligible NBMLHD employees

• Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging
• Novated Leasing
• Great education opportunities through Education Training Service which offers over 110 courses each year
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Fitness Passport
  

NBMLHD is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, Cultural and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) people, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply.

What you will bring to the role

• Tertiary qualifications and/or equivalent extensive experience in a research management or academic role working within a Local Health District or University.
• Demonstrated comprehensive knowledge and understanding of Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC) and Research Governance (RG) frameworks as well as other relevant state and national policies e.g. National Health and Medical Research Council of Australia (NHMRC) National Statement.
• Demonstrated effective experience in managing and leading diverse research teams, including the ability to work across disciplines.
• Knowledge and demonstrated experience in implementing organisational change at the management level.
• Ability to work autonomously, use sound judgement and manage high volumes of work with competing deadlines.
• Demonstrated methodological approach to work and high attention to detail.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication, conflict resolution and negotiation skills which demonstrate an ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholder groups.
• Current NSW Driver's Licence and willingness to use for work purpose travel.
  

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