• Join a world-leading, independent medical research institute
• Contribute to the health of future generations/children through medical research
• Located in Westmead— Australia’s foremost biomedical research precinct

The Senior Relationship Manager is responsible for raising major financial gifts and partnerships that will support Children's Medical Research Institute's (CMRI) programs and initiatives.

Together we are making a difference for kids living with genetic disease.

CMRI was Australia’s first dedicated paediatric research facility and is now one of the world’s most highly regarded independent medical research organisations. Our research focuses on the four key areas impacting children’s health: cancer, genomics and genetic diseases, neurobiology, and embryology.

Work with a team of dedicated professionals

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Senior Relationship Manager to join our major gift philanthropy team at CMRI. In this pivotal role, you will engage donor prospects, align their passions with our strategic priorities, and secure transformative financial support for our groundbreaking research programs. Your expertise in relationship building and securing gifts of six-figures or more will directly contribute to the success and future of our initiatives. Join us in making a lasting impact through visionary fundraising and strategic partnerships.

What you'll do:

• Proactively identify, develop and manage an active portfolio and pipeline of prospective high-net worth-individual donors, Foundations and Trusts
• Develop and implement individual moves-management plans, strategies and timelines to cultivate and solicit prospects to make a gift, focusing on major gifts of 6-figures or higher
• Work collaboratively with internal and external professional units to identify and implement funding opportunities for programs and initiatives
• Identify, prepare and submit an annually agreed number of compelling written proposals to inspire philanthropic giving
• Solicit support through regular meetings, telephone, email and personal approaches, tracking activities and income against KPI targets
• Devise stewardship plans for existing donors in your portfolio, to ensure supporters are well-stewarded and appropriately recognised by CMRI
• Support the Senior Associate Director of Development and campaign consultants in the preparation and execution of the CMRI’s philanthropic campaign

A rewarding role in every way

• Excellent not for profit tax benefits
• Peace of Mind with Life Insurance & Income Protection after 12months of service
• Hybrid role
• A flexible and supportive work environment where everyone’s contribution is highly valued
• Full time role – 35 hours per week. However, the role requires occasional evening work, depending on event schedules

What can you bring to this role?

• Relevant degree qualification or applicable combination of qualifications and substantial experience
• Extensive experience in major gift fundraising or a relevant relationship management discipline, with a demonstrated ability to identify and negotiate 6-figure gift opportunities
• High proficiency in the use of the Microsoft Office suite of products alongside database (CRM) management experience
• Strong relationship-building skills with a high level of discretion, memory, and the ability to engage with diverse stakeholders
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling proposals and solicitations
• Highly organised, with strong administrative and planning abilities, attention to detail, and the capacity to manage multiple projects efficiently
• Strategic thinker, skilled at prioritising and executing tasks to achieve objectives and drive growth
• Proven ability to introduce innovative approaches to meet and exceed targets, with excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Highly energetic and passionate about community service, with a strong commitment to improving the health and welfare of children, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively with a dedicated, enthusiastic work ethic
• A driver’s license is bonus, but not a must

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We kindly request no unsolicited resumes or approaches from Recruitment Agencies. We will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

CMRI is an equal-opportunity employer. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining, and developing our people. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we embrace diversity and inclusion, we strongly encourage applications from those who identify as being Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

Requirements

Work Permit.

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Close date: Thursday, 3rd April 2025.

• Join a world-leading, independent medical research institute
• Contribute to the health of future generations/children through medical research
• Located in Westmead - Australia’s foremost biomedical research precinct

We are looking for a marketing, events and social media specialist to join the Westmead Research Hub (WRH)

About Westmead Research Hub

The Westmead Research Hub (WRH) is a dynamic collaboration of seven world-renowned research institutions working together to advance health and medical research. Our mission is to make Westmead a globally recognised center for innovation, maximising health outcomes through cutting-edge research.

About CMRI

This role will be hosted by Children’s Medical Research Institute (CMRI). CMRI was Australia’s first dedicated paediatric research facility and is now one of the world’s most highly regarded independent medical research organisations. Our research focuses on the four key areas impacting children’s health: cancer, genomics and genetic diseases, neurobiology, and embryology.

About the role

We’re looking for a passionate and highly motivated Associate Programs Manager to drive impactful initiatives, manage stakeholder engagement, and enhance our communication and marketing strategies. This role is integral in supporting the coordination and execution of strategic programs and events, ensuring seamless collaboration across our partner organisations. If you’re a proactive professional with expertise in marketing, communications, event management, and stakeholder engagement, this is your chance to contribute to the growth and community of ground-breaking research and innovation in the health sector.

What you'll do:

• Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration-Foster strong relationships with researchers, industry partners, funding bodies, and internal committees
• Marketing, Communications & Public Relations - Develop and manage strategic marketing campaigns, social media, branding, and digital content
• Event & Sponsorship Management - Plan and execute high-impact conferences, networking events, and engagement activities
• Program Management Support - Assist in program execution, project lifecycle management, and governance documentation
• Governance & Committee Support - Provide administrative support, coordinate meetings, and manage governance processes

A rewarding role in every way

• Enjoy a dynamic role where creativity and strategic thinking are valued
• Be part of a mission-driven organisation at the forefront of promoting and supporting medical research
• Full time and permanent role - 35 hours per week. The role requires occasional evening work or weekend work, depending on event schedules
• Excellent not for profit tax benefits
• A flexible and supportive work environment where everyone’s contribution is highly valued
• Hybrid role
• Career growth opportunities in the thriving health and medical research sector

What can you bring to this role?

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Marketing, or a related field
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in marketing, communications and events coordination or management
• Experience in working in a multi-organisational stakeholder engagement role
• Experience in WordPress is highly desirable, but not a must
• Strong experience in social media and content creation
• Strong ability to be able to prioritise and juggle multiple projects at a time

If you’re excited about this opportunity, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and be part of a team that’s shaping the future of medical research at the Westmead Health Precinct.

Want to know more about Westmead Research Hub? https://www.westmead.org.au/

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A full position description is available upon request. Please email our Talent Acquisition Partner to find out more: Sophia French, [email protected].

We kindly request no unsolicited resumes or approaches from Recruitment Agencies. We will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

CMRI is an equal-opportunity employer. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining, and developing our people. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we embrace diversity and inclusion, we strongly encourage applications from those who identify as being Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

Requirements

Work Permit

APPLY HERE

Close date: Monday, 7th April 2025.

• Join a world-leading, independent medical research institute
• Contribute to the health of future generations/children through medical research
• Located in Westmead— Australia’s foremost biomedical research precinct

Children’s Medical Research Institute (CMRI) is looking for an Imaging Leader to drive the growth of our cutting-edge imaging technologies.

Together we are making a difference for kids living with genetic disease.

CMRI was Australia’s first dedicated paediatric research facility and is now a leading independent Australian medical research centre. Our research focuses on cancer, stem cell biology, functional genomics, and gene therapy. We have a strong international reputation based on our research outcomes. Our achievements are made possible by high success rates in federal and state grants, a loyal network of community supporters, highly engaged donors, and the very successful Jeans for Genes® fundraising campaign.

CMRI houses multiple facilities created through > $15M in seed funding from the Australian Cancer Research Foundation (ACRF). This includes a world-first proteomics project, ProCan, which is changing the way cancer is diagnosed and treated, and the ACRF Telomere Analysis Centre microscopy facility. In the past 10 years, our microscopy facility has contributed to numerous papers, including seminal works in Nature, Nature Cell Biology, Molecular Cell, Nature Genetics, Cell Stem Cell, Genes & Development, Nature Communications, and more. CMRI is focused on updating and expanding our imaging capacity and needs an Imaging Leader to support these goals.

Work with a team of dedicated professionals

CMRI is looking for an Imaging Leader to drive the growth of our cutting-edge imaging technologies and capabilities. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for driving advancements in imaging research, ensuring our scientists receive comprehensive training and support, and collaborating with research leaders to maintain excellence in our imaging efforts. You will also play a critical role in pursuing all available avenues to keep our imaging and image analysis technologies at the forefront of innovation.

What you'll do:

• Collaborate with research leaders at CMRI to coordinate and write grants for submission to pursue new imaging instruments and image analysis technologies which are relevant to our future research needs
• Ensure researchers are provided with comprehensive training to appropriately operate the imaging instruments and image analysis computers at CMRI
• Proactively offer imaging specialist support and responses to queries raised by researchers utilising imaging instruments and image analysis computers so that they are enabled to achieve their scientific objectives
• Represent CMRI on the Westmead Research Hub Imaging Scientific Advisory Committee
• Ensure the maintenance and upkeep of all imaging and image analysis technology
• Maintain current knowledge of, and expertise in, cutting edge imaging technologies, instrumentation, and analysis tools and actively pursue and update this knowledge as well as the technologies at CMRI
• Represent the facility at conferences, seminars and events
• Help and support research leaders with writing grants for funding and become subject matter experts on these grants

A rewarding role in every way

• Full time, permanent role – 37.5 hour per week
• Excellent not for profit tax benefits
• A flexible and supportive work environment where everyone’s contribution is highly valued
• Peace of Mind with Life Insurance & Income Protection after 12months of service

What can you bring to this role?

We’re looking for an innovative leader who can drive the growth of our imaging technologies, contribute to successful grant applications, and identify new opportunities. You will expand our technology capacity, ensure secure data transfer, and provide comprehensive training and support to users. We need someone who can maintain high user satisfaction, execute repairs and maintenance promptly, manage administrative duties efficiently, and keep expenditures within budget - all while ensuring our imaging technologies stay at the cutting edge of research. Our ideal candidate would be someone with:

• PhD and post-doctoral training in a relevant discipline
• 10+ years of experience with scientific research utilising microscopy of biological materials
• 10+ years of experience with image analysis related to biological materials
• Strong experience in writing successful equipment grant submissions
• Demonstrated ability to interact with stakeholders and facility users through in-person communication, scientific presentations, and written correspondence
• Effective and demonstrated ability with microscopy instruments, laboratory equipment, and related computer and software systems
• Highly proficient in laboratory methods and specimen preparation
• Excellent critical thinking and good time management skills

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We kindly request no unsolicited resumes or approaches from Recruitment Agencies. We will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

CMRI is an equal-opportunity employer. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining, and developing our people. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we embrace diversity and inclusion, we strongly encourage applications from those who identify as being Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

APPLY HERE

Close date: Friday, 11th April 2025.

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