The Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS) is a member-based not-for-profit supporting over 8,600 surgeons and 1,300 trainees and Specialist International Medical Graduates across Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand. We advocate for excellence in surgical care, deliver world-class education and training, invest in research, and partner across the Asia-Pacific to strengthen local surgical services. Learn more at surgeons.org.

About the role In this role, you will lead the Clinical HTA team from both a technical and management perspective. You’ll oversee a portfolio of clinical evaluation and evidence synthesis projects for government, funding bodies and other external clients, as well as work undertaken for RACS. You’ll be responsible for making sure projects are delivered to a high standard, on time and within budget, while also building the capability and capacity of the team.

Key responsibilities include

- Lead and support the Clinical HTA team, including workforce planning, resource allocation, coaching and performance management.
- Provide technical guidance and oversight across clinical evaluation, evidence synthesis and critical appraisal work.
- Oversee project delivery, including quality, timelines, budgets, utilisation and resource planning.
- Develop funding submissions and contribute technical and operational input to tenders and project proposals.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, funders, government and other key stakeholders.
- Work closely with the General Manager, Research, Audit & Academic Surgery and Manager, Health Economics HTA to support the team’s work and broader business development opportunities.
- Identify opportunities to improve service delivery, project outcomes and client satisfaction.

The role is full time ongoing and based out of our Adelaide office.

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About the team

You’ll join a team of nine, including another Manager responsible for the health economics stream. The majority of the team are HTA researchers,



working across a range of clinical evaluation and evidence synthesis projects. The team works primarily with governments, including the Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing, as well as international funders.

Projects include de novo HTAs, evaluation of submitted HTAs and development of HTA protocols. You’ll work closely with colleagues across RACS, including research and clinical leaders, as well as external clients, funders, medical colleges, specialty societies, clinicians and research partners.

About you

You’re an experienced HTA researcher and people leader who combines strong technical expertise with the ability to manage projects, people and stakeholder relationships.

You’ll bring

- Strong experience in health technology assessment, clinical evaluation or evidence synthesis, with highly developed clinical assessment and critical appraisal skills.
- Experience leading a program of projects, including planning, prioritisation, resource allocation and budget management.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills, with the ability to work confidently with clients, funders, clinicians and other external stakeholders.
- Experience leading, coaching and developing a specialist team.
- Experience contributing to business development, funding submissions or tender responses would be desirable.
- A tertiary qualification, ideally postgraduate, in health, science or a related field is required.

Your experience with us We’re committed to creating a workplace where our people feel supported, valued, and able to do their best work. We invest in your wellbeing, professional growth and work life balance.



Our benefits reflect our dedication to a positive, safe and inclusive culture.

Key benefits include

- Competitive remuneration + salary packaging up to $15,900 each FBT year and novated car leasing.
- Hybrid working arrangements that support flexibility + starter equipment allowance
- Generous leave options including volunteer leave, paid parental leave and the ability to purchase up to two weeks of additional leave
- Access to a wellbeing app and annual reimbursement to support your physical and mental wellbeing
- Gifted leave over the Christmas/New Year period
- Support for you and your family including counselling, legal advice, career coaching, financial counselling, and more
- We invest in our people through ongoing access to learning and development to support your professional growth and career goals.

Read more about what we offer you here.

How to apply

Click “Apply” to begin your application. We encourage you to include both your resume and a cover letter. In your cover letter, please highlight your experience that aligns with the key responsibilities outlined in the position description.

Applications are reviewed as they are received, so we encourage you to submit yours as soon as possible. If you have any questions, you’re welcome to contact us at [email protected]. Please note that we are unable to accept applications via email.

You will be informed of the outcome of your application in due course.

Everyone is welcome

We’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and valued. We are committed to supporting diversity and inclusion in our workforce.

RACS acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island people as the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and Māori as the tangata whenua (people of the land) of Aotearoa New Zealand.

We are committed to creating employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and Māori and building an setting that is inclusive, culturally safe and appropriate.

📌 Manager, Clinical Health Technology Assessment (HTA) (Adelaide)
🏢 Royal Australasian College of Surgeons
📍 Adelaide