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At Australia's home of heart research, we are dedicated to attracting, empowering and nurturing high calibre staff.
The Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute
is an independent, not-for-profit, medical research facility that is
dedicated to finding cures for cardiovascular disease. Renowned for the
quality of its breakthroughs, the Victor Chang Cardiac Research
Institute is one of the most respected heart research facilities in the
world.
For our scientists, we strive to provide the tools, infrastructure and environment required to conduct world class research. This wouldn't be possible without the support of our highly-skilled operational team, who oversee and enable the functions crucial to a top performing organisation.
Want to know more? Find out why you should work at the Institute or check out the jobs available below. You can also follow us on LinkedIn to keep up to date with the latest opportunities at the Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute.
Current roles available
Darlinghurst
People & Culture Manager
Start date: 17 Apr
People & Culture Manager
Permanent, full-time
Hybrid. Darlinghurst, Sydney, NSW
Reporting to: Director, People, Culture & Operations
Direct reports: People & Culture Advisor, Talent Acquisition Partner
About you
Due to the Institute's recent growth in our Operations Team, we are looking for a People & Culture professional who brings a depth of experience from a broad People & Culture operations role. Your experience encompasses the full employment lifecycle, including learning and development as well as experience advising on Australian employment law and expertise in HR system administration.
Beyond technical skills, we are seeking someone with a supportive and collaborative approach and excellent interpersonal abilities who will work as a trusted advisor and mentor to their direct reports and colleagues at all levels.
The role
The People & Culture (P&C) Manager is responsible for the operational aspect of the Institute's People & Culture function. They will be overseeing the end-to-end employee life cycle processes, including onboarding, offboarding, talent management, performance management, and employee relations.
They will collaborate with key stakeholders, and mentor and develop the P&C Advisor and Talent Acquisition Partner, to ensure seamless operations and compliance. Additionally, they will manage our learning and development platform and utilise HR metrics for continuous improvement.
This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the Institute's culture and contribute to groundbreaking cardiovascular research.
What we will trust you with
Key responsibilities
- Manage end-to-end employee life cycle processes including onboarding, offboarding, talent management, performance management, and employee relations.
- Utilise HR metrics, analytics, and reporting to assess effectiveness, identify areas for improvement, and make data-driven recommendations.
- Ownership of HR Information System – ensuring data integrity.
- Oversee recruitment and selection processes, manage learning & development, and maintain website content.
- Providing quality advice and coaching support to direct team and internal stakeholders on P&C matters including:
- Employment law
- Employee relations/performance
- Collaborating with medical research institute HR network.
Leadership Responsibilities
- Mentor and develop the People & Culture team.
- Foster cooperation, motivation, and rapport within the team.
- Create a supportive work environment and provide constructive feedback.
- Manage expenses in line with the budget.
Does this sound like you?
- Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources or related field.
- Proven track record as a P&C/HR manager or team leader.
- Experience managing teams or supervising and mentoring team members.
- Experience managing HR Information Systems.
- Extensive knowledge of Australian employment legislation.
- Experience advising on and managing employee relations issues.
- Demonstrated experience in coordinating learning and development activities.
- Strong analytical and time management skills.
- Superior verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Full proficiency in desktop applications (Microsoft Suite).
- Commitment to professional development.
- Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency.
Desirable
- Experience in business management, budgeting, planning, and reporting.
- Industrial relations knowledge
About us
The Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute (the Institute) is dedicated to finding cures for cardiovascular disease and is one of the most respected heart research facilities in the world. Renowned for the quality of its breakthroughs, the Institute was established in 1994 and has grown to a team of more than 200 researchers from around the globe, working across five divisions.
A global centre-of-excellence, it integrates Cardiac Physiology and Transplantation, Developmental and Stem Cell Biology, Molecular Cardiology and Biophysics, Structural and Computational Biology, as well as Vascular Biology. At the Institute, we translate our discoveries into new diagnostics, prevention, and treatment of cardiovascular disease - reducing the incidence, severity, and impact of heart disease.
The Institute is located on the St Vincent's Sydney Health Innovation Precinct (SVSHIP) in Darlinghurst and the Precinct partners include St Vincent's Centre for Applied Medical Research (AMR) and Garvan Institute of Medical Research (Garvan).
What you will be proud of
Being part of an Institute that is not only dedicated to finding cures for cardiovascular disease, but one that also strives to ensure our employees and students enjoy a great working environment. We value and are committed to providing a safe working environment that embraces diversity, gender equity and promote flexible working arrangements for all employees.
We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. We also welcome applicants with diverse educational backgrounds, professional knowledge, personality types, thinking styles and life experiences. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.
What we offer
- Salary packaging/sacrificing (up to $15,900 per annum plus $2,650 for meals and entertainment)
- State of the art facilities
- Stimulating work setting focused on cutting edge medical research
- Collaborative team environment
- Continuous learning and development opportunities
You must have the legal right to work in Australia for this position. We cannot offer sponsorship to candidates for this position.
Come and work with us & help make a difference.
Animal Technician
Start date: 17 Apr
Animal Technician
Permanent, full-time
Onsite. Darlinghurst, Sydney, NSW
Reporting to: Interim BioCORE Facility Manager
The role
The Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute maintains facilities for genetically modified rodents, where a high quality of animal care is coupled with excellent services for research.
As Animal Technician, you will work as part of a skilled and dedicated animal care team who use the latest technology in housing and equipment to provide support for research into cardiac disease and development.
In particular, the Animal Technician will be responsible for providing professional care (husbandry, breeding, cleaning cages and equipment) for all animal species where mice and rats are the major species, but also involving duties in the aquaria housing zebrafish and aquatic frogs.
This is a permanent, full-time role on a 6-day rotating roster, therefore availability on some weekends and public holidays is required to ensure the continuity of care for animals in the facility.
What we will trust you with
- Professional animal care including provision of food, water and clean housing materials.
- Animal husbandry including management of breeding colonies.
- Liaising with researchers to optimise the health and welfare of animals under study.
- Maintenance and operation of washing and sterilising equipment.
- Maintenance of clean environments, including materials and equipment.
- Compliance with regulations concerning animal ethics, gene technology, quarantine, and Work, Health & Safety.
- Accurate recordkeeping and administrative responsibilities, such as breeding, sample submission and animal usage.
- Assist research staff with animal issuance, handling and experimental procedures as directed by senior BioCORE staff.
- Restock consumables and maintain procedure rooms.
- Perform euthanasia, as required.
Does this sound like you?
You are an enthusiastic and motivated individual with a passion for animal care, committed to progressing your career in the laboratory animal field and interested in gaining skills and experience in a research facility setting. You have impeccable attention to detail and are comfortable with electronic record management and email communications.
- Currently possess or studying towards tertiary qualifications in animal science, animal technology, biological science, vet nursing, animal husbandry or a related field
- Prior experience working in an animal research facility.
- Ability to work individually and as part of a team.
- Strong time management.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Impeccable attention to detail.
- Ability to interact and maintain good relationships with diverse members of an organisation.
- Genuine interest in working with rodents/small animals with a caring approach.
- Availability on weekends and public holidays.
- Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency.
About us
The Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute (the Institute) is dedicated to finding cures for cardiovascular disease and is one of the most respected heart research facilities in the world. Renowned for the quality of its breakthroughs, the Institute was established in 1994 and has grown to a team of more than 200 researchers from around the globe, working across five divisions.
A global centre-of-excellence, it integrates Cardiac Physiology and Transplantation, Developmental and Stem Cell Biology, Molecular Cardiology and Biophysics, Structural and Computational Biology, as well as Vascular Biology. At the Institute, we translate our discoveries into new diagnostics, prevention, and treatment of cardiovascular disease - reducing the incidence, severity, and impact of heart disease.
What you will be proud of
Being part of an Institute that is not only dedicated to finding cures for cardiovascular disease, but one that also strives to ensure our employees and students enjoy a great working environment. We value and are committed to providing a safe working environment that embraces diversity, gender equity and promote flexible working arrangements for all employees.
We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. We also welcome applicants with diverse educational backgrounds, professional knowledge, personality types, thinking styles and life experiences. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.
What we offer
- Salary packaging/sacrificing (up to $15,900 per annum plus $2,650 for meals and entertainment)
- State of the art facilities
- Stimulating work setting focused on cutting edge medical research
- Collaborative team environment
- Continuous learning and development opportunities
Come and work with us & help make a difference.
Acknowledgement of Country
The Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute acknowledges Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognises the continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past and present.
