Jobs available

Manager Trusts and Foundations and Strategic Partnerships

HRI is looking for an experienced Manager - Trusts and Foundations and Strategic Partnerships. This role will report to the Head of Strategic Philanthropy and will be responsible for developing and managing strong and enduring relationships with stewards of trusts and foundations and a diverse range of strategically aligned corporate organisations. This is a permanent role based in Newtown, with flexibility to work full time or a 4-day part time work week. We are a nimble, diverse and flexible team. Find out more and apply.

Research Assistant - HRI's Centre for Peripheral Artery Disease

HRI is offering a Research Assistant placement under the Centre for Peripheral Artery Disease and Vascular Complications Group. This is an exciting opportunity for Honours graduates from New Zealand considering a career in medical research, including the pursuit of doctoral studies. The position offers up to 12-months paid work placement at HRI’s state-of-the-art laboratories in Sydney, Australia. This fantastic program ensures you will receive training and full mentorship in groundbreaking cardiovascular disease research, as well as the opportunity to build your career profile towards a PhD. Find out more and apply.

Community-based Research Assistant (Identified position)

The Djurali Centre at HRI is looking for a community-based research assistant in the field of Indigenous health. As a paid research assistant, you can earn a living and make a meaningful contribution while working towards your higher degree research qualification. Our decade-long research program focuses on screening, prevention, and management of cardiovascular diseases for Indigenous people aged 55 and older. You will work closely with our AMS partners to embed digital health programs that have proven to save lives. Joining our team, you will work closely with ten communities nationwide. Your work will be meaningful and critical to the success of the project. Find out more and apply.

Project Manager (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identified position)

The Djurali Centre at HRI is looking for an experienced Project Manager with a passion for contributing to improving Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health outcomes via research. The successful applicant will be part of the Djurali team, managing the UNITE Project and providing ad hoc research and operational support to the team. They will develop and maintain relationships with key project personnel and carry out project support activities including communications, database establishment and maintenance, supporting and identifying people to deliver masterclasses, and organisation of masterclasses. The position is an identified Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander role. Find out more and apply.

Operations Assistant – Djurali Centre (Identified position)

The Djurali Centre at HRI is looking for an operations assistant in the field of Indigenous health. The successful applicant will be part of the Djurali team and will be responsible for providing a broad range of administrative, project, financial, facilities, and procedural support services to the team. The successful applicant will assist the operations manager and other staff members as required to deliver efficient and effective services to underpin the key outcomes and objectives of the Djurali Centre as well as develop and maintain the strong relationships with Aboriginal community-controlled health organisations (ACCHOs) and Aboriginal Medical Services (AMSs). The position is an identified Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander role. Find out more and apply.

Post-doctoral fellowships in Cardiovascular Science (open to UK citizens)

HRI is offering fellowships for early career researchers. The Fellowships are initially for a period of 2 years to work under the mentorship of senior HRI scientists, with potential to lead to an independent research program, dependant on progression. The positions are open only to people currently or recently working in the UK at a UK cardiovascular research unit and currently not residing in Australia. It is anticipated that the fellowships will commence in early 2025. This program is aimed at ambitious early career researchers and seeks to identify individuals with demonstrated creativity and an impressive CV. Successful applicants will have 3-8 years post-doctoral experience (career interruptions will be taken into consideration on request), a strong track record and be on a leadership trajectory. Find out more and apply.

Postdoctoral Scientist – Microvascular Physiology

HRI is seeking a postdoctoral scientist for the Microvascular Research Group. The ideal candidate will have expertise in either arterial physiology or cardiovascular electrophysiology. Additional experience in cell molecular biology, analytical biochemistry and high-end imaging would be desirable. The successful candidate will be well motivated, driven and expected to contribute to the research program by assisting in the conduct and design of experiments, supervision of students, preparation of written documents, animal management support, lab management, and maintaining occupational health and safety standards. Find out more and apply.

Researcher – Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health (Identified position)

The Djurali Centre at HRI is looking for two early career researchers in the field of Indigenous health. The successful applicant/s will be part of the Djurali team and be responsible for the delivery of research projects impacting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. The Research Fellow will be involved in the conception, design, and implementation of diverse research projects in the areas of Indigenous health and translational research. The position is an identified Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander role. Part time or full time will be considered; workplace location negotiable. Find out more and apply.