Program Manager in Melbourne

Program Manager in Melbourne

Melbourne Part-Time 124343 - 137251 $ / year (est.) Hybrid
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Coordinate multi-site research activities and manage governance frameworks for a significant health program.
  • Company: Join Monash University, ranked in the world’s top 50 universities.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, generous superannuation, flexible working arrangements, and substantial leave entitlements.
  • Other info: Inclusive workplace culture that values diversity and supports personal commitments.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact on Australian healthcare while working with expert teams.
  • Qualifications: Postgraduate qualification in health or related field and experience in coordinating research programs.

The predicted salary is between 124343 - 137251 $ per year.

A part-time, fixed-term role at The Alfred Centre for the STOP-CPE program, which addresses antibiotic resistance threats in Australia.

What The Role Involves:

  • Serve as the central coordination point across multi-site research activities, governance committees, and partner organisations.
  • Establish and manage the governance framework, including secretariat support to various committees.
  • Coordinate HREC and institutional ethics applications, research contracts, subcontracts, and data-sharing agreements.
  • Monitor MRFF milestones and budgets up to $2.9M, preparing progress reports and maintaining financial forecasts and risk registers.

What You Bring:

  • Postgraduate qualification in health, public health, biomedical science, research management, or a related discipline.
  • Demonstrated experience coordinating multi-site health or clinical research programs.
  • Hands-on experience preparing and submitting HREC applications and working within National Statement and GCP frameworks.
  • Strong financial management skills, including budget monitoring and grant compliance reporting.
  • Experience managing research contracts and collaborative partnerships across institutions.
  • Clear, confident communication across multidisciplinary teams.

Why This Program:

Work at the intersection of policy, advocacy, and scientific innovation on a nationally significant program. Monash University offers generous superannuation, substantial leave entitlements, and a commitment to research integrity and inclusive practice.

About Monash University:

Monash values difference and diversity, championing an inclusive workplace culture. We have a significant presence globally and rank among the world’s top-50 universities.

Enquiries: Dr Nenad Maćešić, Senior Research Fellow, Dept. of Infectious Diseases.

Applications Close: Tuesday 3 November 2026, 11:55pm AEDT.

Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process.

Program Manager in Melbourne employer: Monash University

Monash University is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that prioritises Indigenous well-being and fosters high-impact scholarship. As part of the Murrup Bung-allambee Indigenous Psychology Group in Melbourne, you will have unique opportunities for professional growth, mentorship, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the field of psychology while working alongside passionate colleagues dedicated to culturally responsive practices.

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Contact Details:

Monash University Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Program Manager in Melbourne

Coordination of multi-site research activities
Governance framework management
HREC applications preparation
Knowledge of National Statement and GCP frameworks
Financial management skills
Budget monitoring
Expenditure tracking