The $238 million, 10-year (2025-2035) Solutions for Manufacturing Advanced Regenerative Therapies Cooperative Research Centre (SMART CRC) brings together a consortium of industry leaders, research institutions, government, peak bodies and healthcare providers to develop cutting-edge solutions in cell and gene therapy manufacturing, automation, and supply chain integration. With a strong focus on reducing costs, improving scalability, and enabling clinical adoption, the SMART CRC is set to transform the landscape of regenerative therapies in Australia and globally.

As a national centre, the SMART CRC will focus on critical areas such as biomanufacturing, bioseparation, biomaterials, and clinical enablement, while also developing the workforce of the future. It will drive industry growth and ensure innovations remain onshore, strengthening Australia’s self-sufficiency in manufacturing.

The Project Coordinator is a pivotal role supporting the development, establishment and delivery of collaborative research and translation projects across the SMART CRC portfolio. Working closely with the Senior Program Manager and Head of Research Development, the role provides project coordination, stakeholder engagement, research administration and reporting support to ensure projects are developed and delivered efficiently and in accordance with SMART CRC objectives.

In this newly created role, the SMART CRC Projects Coordinator acts as a central coordination point helping to facilitate effective communication, project governance and the achievement of CRC milestones. This will include, but not be limited to, project planning, activity coordination, budget monitoring, reporting and the management and maintenance of effective operations and processes.

Key responsibilities include:





- Support the development and establishment of collaborative CRC projects from concept through to commencement.
- Maintain project records, databases and reporting systems to support effective project management.
- Assist with the preparation of project proposals and supporting materials.
- Monitor project progress and assist with tracking deliverables, timelines and key performance indicators.
- Support compliance with funding agreements, project governance requirements and organisational policies.
- Assist with the collection and management of project data required for CRC and Commonwealth reporting.
- Coordinate project meetings, workshops and stakeholder consultations.
- Prepare meeting agendas, briefing papers, presentations, minutes and action registers.
- Contribute to the development and improvement of project management systems, templates and standard operating procedures.
- Undertake data entry, data management and document control activities to ensure accurate project records.
- Actively contribute to a culture of collaboration, professionalism and continuous improvement within the SMART CRC.
- Take personal accountability to comply with all SMART CRC policies, procedures and legislative or regulatory obligations.

Key Selection Criteria

- Demonstrated experience in project coordination, program administration or research administration.




- Strong organisational skills with an ability to manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines.
- Experience coordinating activities across multiple stakeholders and organisations.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including report writing and document preparation.
- Strong attention to detail and high levels of accuracy.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams and SharePoint.
- Experience maintaining registers, databases and project management systems.
- Ability to exercise initiative, sound judgement and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
- Desirable: experience working within a Cooperative Research Centre, research organisation, university, government agency or research-intensive environment.

Qualifications

- A degree with subsequent relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience.

We value diverse skills and experiences. If your background does not align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to get in touch to discuss how your experience may be relevant to this role.

Organisational Relationships

The position reports to the SMART CRC Chief Operating Officer.

Location

Based at the University of Queensland, St Lucia campus, Brisbane, but may be required to work and/or be based at other locations in Brisbane.

Benefits

- competitive salary
- employer superannuation contributions
- 20 days of annual leave
- comprehensive advantages package
- You’ll have access to professional development opportunities
- flexible work arrangements

Applications close Monday 30 November 2026 at 11.00pm AEST

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📌 Projects Coordinator (Brisbane)
🏢 SMART CRC
📍 Brisbane