Translational Research and Grants Lead
12-Month Parental Leave Cover | Fixed-Term Contract
In partnership with the Australasian Gastro-Intestinal Trial Group (AGITG)
We’re seeking a Translational Research and Grants Lead to join AGITG—a leading non-profit dedicated to improving outcomes for people with GI cancers. This 12-month role covers parental leave and offers the opportunity to contribute to high-impact, collaborative cancer research across Australia, Aotearoa New Zealand, and internationally.
About the Role
Reporting to the Head of Research and managing a Translational Research Coordinator, you will:
Lead the Translational Research Program:
Oversee biospecimen collection and access across AGITG trials.
Coordinate lab networks and support TR projects and sub-studies.
Maintain SOPs and documentation for biospecimen management.
Collaborate with leading researchers to grow AGITG’s research portfolio.
Manage the AGITG Grants Office:
Align research concepts with competitive grant opportunities.
Support grant proposal development and submissions.
Manage post-award reporting and compliance.
Support Clinical Research:
Guide ethical/governance processes for biospecimen collection.
Prepare budgets, manage vendors, and facilitate trial specimen logistics.
Review TR components in publications and presentations.
Engage Stakeholders:
Promote AGITG’s research via fundraising and communications teams.
Support the Translational Research Committee and Annual Scientific Meeting sub-committee.
What’s On Offer
- Competitive salary and generous salary packaging.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- A collaborative, impact-driven team environment.
- An inclusive, diverse workplace—AGITG welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.
Essential:
- Tertiary qualification in science or healthcare.
- Experience in clinical trials and health research (preferably oncology).
- Practical experience with biospecimen handling.
- Proven grant writing and coordination skills.
- Familiarity with NHMRC/MRFF requirements and ethics submissions.
- Strong communication, project management, and problem-solving skills.
- Oncology background and strategic mindset.
- Budgeting and financial oversight experience in research settings.
