Research Manager (Health Manager Level 2) - Surgical Outcomes Research Centre (SOuRCe)
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time ; minimum 32 hours per week up to December 2027
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 2
Remuneration: $57.62 - $67.98 per hour + Annual leave loading + Superannuation
Location: Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ638125
About the Role
You will be working at Royal Prince Alfred (RPA) Hospital. It is one of the nation’s most respected hospitals, with a distinguished history of serving the health needs of local, statewide, national and international communities. Our facilities and services are world class and our staff are dedicated, innovative and caring.
This position of Research Manager is an integral member of the research team within the Surgical Outcomes Research Centre (SOuRCe) and the RPA Institute of Academic Surgery (IAS) at the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital. Under the guidance of the SOuRCe Director, the incumbent will help with the operational, financial and human resources management of SOuRCe. In addition, the Research Manager will also support the management, planning, implementation and coordination of multiple research studies across a wide range of surgical specialities and activities conducted within the Sydney Local Health District and The University of Sydney. The FTE for this group of staff varies in accordance with the available funding.
Opportunities will exist to further development of knowledge, skills and experience in surgical research during the course of the position.
- The SOuRCe Research Manager is responsible to effectively and efficiently develop and manage the performance and cohesion of SOuRCe within SLHD; to manage financial, operational and human resource activities of SOuRCe.
- To promote SOuRCe at a state, national and international level, as a preferred site for quality research.
- To manage and conduct high quality clinical and health services research to improve health outcomes for patients, to foster local participation in translational research and promotion of evidence-based practice across multidisciplinary fields.
For more information, please view the Position Description.
Ideal Candidate
- Relevant post-graduate qualifications and/or equivalent experience in epidemiology, biostatistics and/or health services research.
- Sound understanding of research, ethics and governance processes; Experience in preparing, submitting and managing research applications.
- Proven experience in managing clinical research units; ability to lead and motivate staff to achieve the research objectives of the unit.
Benefits and Perks!
Paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave loading.
Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging and Novated Leasing. For more information visit SalaryPackagingPlus.
Access to free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education.
Access to confidential EAP counselling for staff and their families.
Because we care about your health: Free annual influenza vaccination, discounted Fitness Passport membership, and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.
For more information about other benefits, please visit SLHD Benefit.
This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW Health
This is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy (PD2024_015).
SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.
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For enquiries, please contact Sascha Karunaratne on (02) 9515 3464 or email at Sascha.Karunaratne@health.nsw.gov.au.
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Applications Close: 15 February 2026
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