Neuroscience Research Australia (NeuRA) is a leading independent medical research institute whose vision is to improve the health and lives of those living with brain and nervous system disorders. NeuRA’s mission is to discover solutions for neurodegeneration, mental health and healthy ageing through world‑class medical research. NeuRA has world‑class research facilities and is based at Randwick in Sydney.

Our Values Are The Essence Of Our Organisation – They Are The Principles That We Live By And Are At The Core Of Everything We Do. NeuRA’s Values Are Excellence. Integrity. Inclusion. Openness. Impact

We are seeking an experienced Research Infrastructure & Operations Manager to lead the strategic development, governance and operational management of NeuRA's research infrastructure ecosystem. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in enabling groundbreaking discoveries by ensuring our researchers have access to the facilities, systems, resources and support they need to deliver exceptional science.

Salary: $205,000 per annum (inclusive of 12% superannuation), plus access to salary packaging benefits and other employee benefits.

About The Role

Reporting to the Chief Research Officer, you will provide strategic and operational leadership across NeuRA's research infrastructure portfolio, helping drive innovation, quality, compliance and efficiency across the organisation.

You will oversee a diverse range of research environments and capabilities, including:

- PC1 and PC2 laboratory facilities
- Clinical research and clinical trial spaces
- Animal and imaging facilities
- Digital research infrastructure and data environments
- Cold storage and specialised research equipment




- Shared research facilities and technical platforms

Working closely with researchers, professional services teams, external partners and executives, you will develop and implement a sustainable research infrastructure strategy that strengthens NeuRA's research capability and supports its long-term growth and impact.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Research Enablement

- Develop and implement NeuRA's research infrastructure strategy and roadmap.
- Lead the continuous improvement of shared research facilities and infrastructure.
- Identify current and future infrastructure needs to support research growth.
- Provide expert advice to Chief Investigators, research leaders and executive stakeholders.
- Foster a collaborative, high-performing research environment that supports innovation and excellence.

Operations & Facility Management

- Provide operational oversight of core research facilities and shared infrastructure.
- Drive effective utilisation of research spaces, equipment and technical resources.
- Manage infrastructure-related contracts, suppliers and service providers, including ICT services where applicable.
- Resolve complex operational challenges and ensure continuity of critical research activities.

Governance, Quality & Compliance

- Develop and implement quality frameworks, policies,



procedures and governance structures.
- Ensure compliance with ethics requirements, regulatory obligations, WHS standards and research best practices.
- Partner with internal and external stakeholders to strengthen research quality, safety and operational effectiveness.
- Lead audit, reporting and continuous improvement activities.

Infrastructure Planning & Resource Management

- Support strategic planning and investment decisions relating to research infrastructure.
- Contribute to business cases, funding applications and infrastructure grant submissions.
- Assist with budgeting, resource planning and the development of sustainable operating models.
- Monitor performance and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and research outcomes.

Stakeholder Engagement & Communication

- Build trusted relationships across NeuRA, UNSW and external research partners.
- Chair and contribute to relevant committees and working groups.
- Facilitate collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.
- Provide strategic reporting, analysis and recommendations to senior leadership and governance committees.

About You

You are a strategic thinker and experienced research operations professional who thrives in complex environments and enjoys working with a broad range of stakeholders.

To Succeed In This Role, You Will Bring

- A relevant tertiary qualification and/or significant experience managing research infrastructure within a research, medical research, university or health environment.
- Strong knowledge of research governance, compliance, ethics and responsible research practices.
- Experien

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