Director of Translational Research and Strategy

6 days ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Mater Group Full time
Executive Director / Chief Research Officer

Mater Group, a leading not-for-profit healthcare service in Queensland, is seeking an exceptional leader to fill the role of Executive Director / Chief Research Officer. As a key member of the Mater Group leadership team, this position plays a critical role in driving the strategic direction of the organisation.

About Mater Group

Mater Group is a leader in healthcare, education, and research, providing care for nearly 700,000 patients annually across its network of hospitals. Our commitment to delivering exceptional patient outcomes and fostering a culture of innovation and excellence drives our approach to healthcare.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide strategic leadership and operational management of all organisational matters, ensuring alignment with Mater Group's vision and goals.
  • Develop and implement a high-quality strategic plan, addressing complex challenges and opportunities in the funding environment.
  • Cultivate relationships with government, philanthropic organisations, medical research institutes, hospitals, and industry partners to promote Mater Research and drive collaboration.
  • Drive the development of a world-class medical research institute, integrating with areas of excellence within the health services provided by the Mater Hospitals.
Requirements
  • Tertiary qualification(s) in a relevant field, such as medicine, science, or allied health.
  • PhD or MD by research in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
  • Exceptional ability to provide strategic leadership, manage complex organisations, and represent the Institute effectively.
  • Demonstrated academic track record at Professorial or Associate Professor level in a research-intensive university or medical research institute.
  • Proven ability to retain, build, and inspire a bright and creative team towards optimum performance.
What We Offer

Mater Group is committed to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. We offer a range of benefits, including flexible and remote working policies, to support your wellbeing and career growth.

Salary

The estimated salary for this position is AU$250,000 - AU$350,000 per annum, depending on experience and qualifications.



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