Research Theme Manager

As one of Australia’s biggest and most respected child health research institutes we are seeking a Theme Manager for our Strong Beginnings theme, supporting the Theme head, to help drive our new strategic plan, which aims to solve the biggest challenges facing children and families.

Research Reimagined is an ambitious and bold plan revolving around three core pillars – focus, impact, thrive – and emphasises challenge-driven research and the pursuit of outcomes which have the most impact. Our vision is simple – happy, healthy kids.

As a Theme Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in steering the day-to-day operations of one of our core Themes, working closely with the Theme Head to ensure alignment with the Institute’s Strategic Plan. This senior leadership position offers the opportunity to shape innovative research programs, drive operational excellence, and cultivate a thriving, people-focused work culture.

You will empower research teams to achieve high...