Total 29 Manager level Science / R&D / Research job vacancies in QLD - Regional - Townsville & North Qld

Can you respond to issues and challenges calmly? Are you experienced in coordinating operational teams? Would you like to work for a world-class Museum?

About us
The National Railway Museum is not only famous for its unrivalled collections but also for its visitor care. The Operations department is an integral part of the Museum which demands the highest standards of customer service and care to maximise the customers' enjoyment of the museum.

About the role
We are now recruiting for a Duty Manager to join the team on a full time (35 hours), 8 month fixed term contract.

As Duty Manager, you will play a key role in upholding our standards and ensuring a fantastic experience for our visitors. Working closely with colleagues across all operational departments, you will ensure a smooth and efficient operations including the enjoyment, security, experience, well-being and Health and Safety of the Museum visitors, colleagues and contractors.

You will act as a floor-based manager delivering routine museum operations, as well as overseeing and coordinating responses to operational problems that arise during public opening hours. You will be able to operate independently when required as the senior manager on-site, ensuring that all KPIs and service standards are met.

This contract is due to start at the beginning of February 2025.
Salary: £26,436 per annum

About you
Whether you have gained your experience in hospitality, a security setting or even in a supermarket, we are open to how you have developed a flexible approach to managing multiple tasks whilst responding to the daily operational requirements.

With exposure to coordinating operational teams, you have experience of ensuring excellent service standards are maintained. As you will be responsible for the Museum floor, you will bring a solid understanding of health and safety standards; the ability to identify hazards and potential issues and ensuring appropriate action and escalation is taken.

Previous experience of incident control will also be helpful. Ultimately, you'll be passionate about exceptional customer service and will be able to inspire the same passion in others.

Don't feel you meet all the criteria? We welcome you to apply even if your experience doesn't match directly. With your transferable skills, you could be the right candidate for this, or other opportunities that we have.

Applying
View the Vacancy Information Pack listed under 'Attachments' on the vacancy listing on our website for more details about the role and the application process or click 'Apply Online' to submit an application.

What we offer
Working with a world-leading museum group that offers access to truly unique environments and collections, you'll benefit from the perks listed below, as well as full support for life events such as parental and adoption leave, sickness, and career breaks.

• Meaningful work. We're a mission-led organisation where the work you do supports us in Inspiring Futures.
• Career growth. We offer enhanced support with personal and professional development.
• Work/life balance. We offer 27 days annual leave in addition to bank holidays, along with flexible policies which support you and your home life.
• Health & Dental Insurance. Extra peace of mind, from day one.
• All our colleagues can access an employee assistance programme, access to the Unmind app, and other wellbeing support.
• Enhanced contributory pension. To support you in saving for the future.
• Interest-free loans. When you need a little extra cash for life events or home improvements.
• Great discounts. Free entry to exhibitions, discounts in our shops, cafes, and access to other museums in the NMDC network.

Open for All is one of the Science Museum Group's five core values and sets out our important aspiration to be a place for everyone. We are working hard to understand our organisation better and to develop a culture that recognises and values different backgrounds, mindsets, skills, experience, knowledge, and expertise. By having greater diversity, we believe that we will be a stronger and better organisation, capable to continue to Inspire Futures.

• Responsible for all aspects of the Research Unit, including the research program, personnel, Unit facilities, technology transfer, and fund accountability and distribution of funds and other resources for the research program.
• Guide research programs, determine customer expectations, and advise industry leaders on technical and practical matters related to the research subject.
• Develop and release sunflower germplasm and inbred lines with enhanced yield potential, desirable oil traits, or resistance to crop pests (insects and pathogens), along with effective molecular markers.
• Develop knowledge and technology for sunflower through research on sunflower biochemistry, physiology, genetics, genomics, pathology, and end-use quality.
• Identify and characterize traits associated with resistance to insect pests and improved sunflower-pollinator interactions and evaluate their effectiveness in insect management systems.
• Characterize resistance to diseases in relevant crops, and support development of innovative diagnostic technologies, disease management systems, genomic resources, and crop germplasm exhibiting durable resistance to Sclerotinia sclerotiorum.

Starting at $122,198 Per Year (GS 14-15)

• Conduct research on projects to develop novel and improved crop and food products. These may include a focus on pulse crop products for use in flours, beverages, and/or meat substitutes, thereby creating expanded markets for agricultural crops.
• Provide vision, exercise leadership, and maintain line authority over scientists and support personnel assigned to the Unit.
• Ensure that the Unit’s research is integrated into the national strategies for novel and improved crops and food products.
• Maintain and enhance the creativity and productivity of the Unit.
• Hire personnel and manage the human, fiscal, and physical resources assigned to the Unit.
• Serve as the Unit fund holder.
• Provide technical information and consultation, both internal and external to ARS, and ensure the proper interpretation and reporting of scientific research results and information.
• Serve as liaison with cooperating agencies and organizations related to the agricultural industries of the Northern Plains.

Starting at $122,198 Per Year (GS 14-15)

Franklin College is a thriving, successful sixth form college serving North East Lincolnshire and the surrounding rural and coastal areas, with around 1,700 full-time 16-18 and 500 part-time adult students. We are an inclusive college with an excellent local reputation, and a firm belief in the value of effective partnerships that support student progress and success. The College has a strong focus on teaching, learning and assessment, and this was recognised in our most recent Ofsted judgement grade of Outstanding.

We are an inclusive college with an excellent local reputation, and a firm belief in the value of effective partnerships that support student progress and success. The College has a strong focus on teaching, learning and assessment. Our core objective is to maintain our position as a high-achieving and inclusive sixth form college which inspires, supports and motivates our students to achieve their full potential.

ASSISTANT HEAD OF DEPARTMENT - SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING – FULL TIME

Are you passionate about inspiring the next generation of scientists and engineers?

Due to the continued growth of the college, we are looking for a committed and proactive Assistant Head of Department for Science and Engineering to support the Head of Department (HOD) and uphold the College’s shared values.

As the successful candidate, you will collaborate closely with the HOD to exemplify and promote our college values and behaviours. You will take initiative to enhance the student teaching and learning experience and attendance by engaging with students and their families, in fostering a supportive and encouraging environment.

Your role will also involve supporting the HOD in maintaining a cohesive approach within the department. You will demonstrate your commitment to utilising the College’s Information System (markbook/PI indicators/notes) effectively, ensuring that all at-risk students receive the monitoring and support they need to succeed.

It is essential that the successful candidate have prior teaching experience and qualifications within these specialisms and be qualified to teach within this curriculum area, enabling you to deliver a high quality teaching and learning to our students.

Salary for the post will be on the Sixth Form College teachers’ pay scale, depending on qualification and experience, within the range NSP 1 £30,500 to NSP 9 £47,133 FTE per annum, plus a responsibility allowance of £2,110 per annum.

If you are ready to make a significant impact in the field of Science and Engineering education, we invite you to apply and be part of our ‘outstanding’ College.

Closing date: Friday 22nd November 2024

Interview date: Wednesday 4th December 2024

Location: Brisbane
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  Are you ready to shape the future of medicine? The race is on to speed up drug discovery and development to find answers for patients and their families. Your skills could be critical in helping our teams accelerate progress. Join our first-of-its-kind Translational Science Hub in Brisbane that is connecting world-class researchers in Queensland with Sanofi scientists in France and the US.  
As the Head of the Translational Science Hub, you will be responsible for the development and execution of the TSH project deliverables in alignment with Global Translational Medicine for Vaccines strategy and Global R&D imperatives. You will serve as the local manager and central administrator for the TSH.  Specific areas of responsibility include development of TSH strategy, stakeholder engagement, design and execution of translational studies, oversight of university collaborations, financial management and resource allocation, general administration, TSH proposal ... Click here to view more detail / apply for Head of Translational Science Hub

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Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of patients? Join Sanofi as our Global Study Manager within the Clinical Team . This is a key role  responsible for the operational delivery of all studies within a specific project of the Translational Science Hub (TSH).  



The Global Study Manager will work closely with the Director of Clinical Operations to build and establish clinical trial operations for the TSH, bringing synergies to the studies and proposes innovation in the operationalization of studies.   The role Coordinates the Clinical Team with the Clinical Sciences representative (Clinical Team is composed of representatives from Global Clinical Department platforms, GCI, GPV, RA, Clinical Supply Chain, and other relevant departments) for the operational aspects of the study .   



We are an innovative global

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Senior Communications Manager

Do you have a positive and proactive approach to leading a team and the ability to collaborate with others effectively? Would you like the opportunity to deliver an engaging communications strategy that celebrates key events at both the National Railway Museum and Locomotion?

About us

The Science Museum Group is here to inspire futures. As part of this strategic priority our Marketing and Communication teams have a critical role to play in increasing our reach, driving footfall, promoting our brand and ensuring our programming is audience focused.

We are now recruiting for a Senior Communications Manager on a fixed-term, maternity cover contract for 13 months. This is a full-time role, working 35 hours per week and is based at the National Railway Museum (NRM) in York with hybrid working also available.

About the role

As Senior Communications Manager you will be leading the activity of the NRM and Locomotion communications team, with responsibility for delivering the communications strategy and achieving ambitious visitor numbers for both sites.

You will lead these teams in delivering engaging communications designed to celebrate a number of exciting events happening in 2025. These include the NRM's 50th birthday, the reopening of Station Hall and the bicentenary of the railways to be celebrated across both of our sites. In addition to these events, you will help to drive commercial return for our paid for offers and programmes including Wonderlab: The Bramall Gallery and the Flying Scotsman VR Experience.

Your role will be essential in setting a culture of excellence and quality in all that we do and ensuring that internal comms are in line with expectations. You will work collaboratively with web and digital teams to align with museum objectives and messages to produce joined up comms campaigns across marketing, press, digital and social. You will use insight and data to continuously improve and evaluate all campaign outcomes.

About you

Joining us, you will have significant transferable skills that are relevant to a communications leadership role or existing experience in comms leadership, marketing management or a press/PR management role. You will have a positive and proactive approach to leading teams, collaborating with others, promoting new ways of thinking and building positive relationships across a large organisation.

Crucially, you will be a good communicator with the ability to write effective, interesting and persuasive copy. You will have experience of planning and delivering integrated communications campaigns and delivering an increase in footfall or awareness raising campaigns, in addition to experience using a CRM system and email marketing.

Applying

View the Vacancy Information Pack listed under 'Attachments' on the vacancy listing on our website for more details about the role and the application process, or click 'Apply Online' to submit an application.

Don't feel you meet all of the criteria? At SMG, we are committed to building a workforce that is open for all, and welcome you to apply, even if your experience doesn't fit perfectly. With your transferable skills, you could be the right candidate for this, or other opportunities that we have.

What we offer

Joining us as an employee, you will have the opportunity to develop your career in a world-class museum group. We understand that work/life balance and wellbeing is crucial to our colleagues, so we offer the perks listed below, as well as support for things that happen in life such as parental and adoption leave, sickness, and career breaks.

• Support with personal and professional development
• 27 days annual leave in addition to bank holidays
• Employee assistance programme
• Enhanced contributory pension
• Unmind App and other wellbeing support
• Interest-free loans
• Days Out discounts
• Health & Dental Insurance

Open for All is one of the Science Museum Group's five core values and sets out our important aspiration to be a place for everyone. We are working hard to understand our organisation better and to foster a culture that recognises and values different backgrounds, mindsets, skills, experience, knowledge, and expertise. By having greater diversity, we believe that we will be a stronger and better organisation, capable to continue to Inspire Futures.

$K Base salary
Lead research activities to develop non-pesticide pest management solutions
Work for a company supporting environmentally responsible farming
Join a fantastic team culture

Positively contribute to environmentally responsible practices that reduce the need for chemicals in horticulture and farming.
About the Opportunity
As the Biological Control Research and Development Manager, you will provide operational support in developing a range of biological agents. Reporting to the Managing Director (WA) and leading a small team, you will:

Lead the development of new cultures
Develop marketing strategies for new and existing productions
Oversee quality control procedures
Troubleshoot any cultures that may be performing poorly
Diagnose new issues, research, experiment and develop solutions and protocols
Use your understanding the breeding cycles of biological control agents and their prey to develop and improve cultures
Use your understanding
... Click here to view more detail / apply for Biological Control Research and Development Manager

First Nations Cancer & Wellbeing Research Program within the School of Public Health
This is a full-time or part-time (minimum 0.8 FTE), fixed-term position for up to 3 years.
Base salary will be in the range $111, - $124, 17% Superannuation (HEW level 8)
Based at our Herston Campus
Make a positive contribution to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples? health and wellbeing

About This Opportunity
We are seeking a Research Development and Support Manager to join the First Nations Cancer and Wellbeing Research Program . In this role, you will support external engagement with Consumer and Community Groups, as well as Government and Non-Government Organisations. You will identify research funding opportunities, assist researchers in crafting high-quality grant and fellowship applications, and provide strategic advice and training in grantsmanship. Additionally, you will contribute to the design, planning, analysis, management, and ... Click here to view more detail / apply for Research Development and Support Manager

$K Base salary
Lead research activities to develop non-pesticide pest management solutions
Work for a company supporting environmentally responsible farming
Join a fantastic team culture

Positively contribute to environmentally responsible practices that reduce the need for chemicals in horticulture and farming.
About the Opportunity
As the Beneficial Insect Research Manager, you will provide operational support in developing a range of biological agents. Reporting to the Managing Director (WA) and leading a small team, you will:

Lead the development of new cultures
Develop marketing strategies for new and existing productions
Oversee quality control procedures
Troubleshoot any cultures that may be performing poorly
Diagnose new issues, research, experiment and develop solutions and protocols
Use your understanding the breeding cycles of biological control agents and their prey to develop and improve cultures
Use your understanding of chemical
... Click here to view more detail / apply for Biological Control Research and Development Manager

Want to make a difference to students studying at Askham Bryan College?

Are you passionate about shaping the future of students and their education?

Do you thrive on inspiring students and fostering a love for Mathematics?

If so, Askham Bryan College has an exciting opportunity for you!

About Us:

Askham Bryan College is a leading land-based college with centres in York, Middlesbrough, Saltire, Wakefield, and Newcastle. Our wide-ranging curriculum covers Agriculture, Horticulture, Animal Management, Engineering, Equine, Motorsport, and more. As a college committed to excellence, we are dedicated to providing a supportive and innovative learning environment for our students.

We have 2 roles available as part of the Mathematics team at our York campus:

One full time one

One Part time: 0.8 (4 days with possibility of full time)

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced individuals to join our English and Mathematics (ENMA) Department, primarily based at our York Centre. The roles offers a unique opportunity to support the GCSE Mathematics (resit), curriculum, fostering confidence and skills across various levels. The main focus will be on teaching GCSE resits for mathematics, with potential for some entry-level (pre-GCSE) learning. This role will suit someone who has a passion for mathematics. We would consider anyone with teaching experience from all levels of the education sector who thrives on developing students confidence and skills using mastery and scaffolding techniques to engage and enable students to thrive.

• What We Offer:

• Exciting and dynamic work environment
• Opportunity for career progressions
• Collaborative team environment focused on quality education
• Free car parking
• Entry to the awarding Winning Wildlife Park

Requirements:

• Teaching qualification
• Strong knowledge of GCSE Maths curriculum and preferably entry-level qualifications
• Teaching experiencing in maths
• Passion for fostering student success and engagement

Your Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with all elements of the Study Programme and condition of funding requirements
• Implement the College quality management system
• Plan, prepare, and teach agreed contact hours to a high standard
• Support the development of resources and improvements within the department
• Contribute to cross-college events and marketing activities

How to Apply:

If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of students and contribute to the success of our ENMA Department, apply as soon as possible. We will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates promptly, and the role may close before the advertised closing date.

For Further information, please see attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Safeguarding Statement

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, volunteers and partners to share this commitment. The Governors and Staff at Askham Bryan College regard each learner as a unique individual and therefore seek to support learner development in ways, which will foster security, confidence and independence. We recognise that high self-esteem, peer support, a secure College environment and clear lines of communication with trusted adults helps all young people and adults particularly those at risk or suffering abuse. These are regarded as central to the wellbeing of the individual and are therefore seen to be an intrinsic part of all aspects of the curriculum and ethos.

Specific measures relating to pre-employment checks:

• We may undertake online searches on internet activity as part of our pre-recruitment checks.
• We ask applicants for details of any convictions and cautions, regardless of whether these have been deemed as "spent". It is a condition of employment that applicants provide these details.
• We undertake Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Checks for prospective employees. Please note that it is an offence to apply for a regulated role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity involving children or vulnerable adults.

Note on "regulated activity": You are engaging in a regulated activity if you:

• Will be responsible, on a regular basis in a school or college, for teaching, training instructing, caring for or supervising children or vulnerable adults;
• Will be working on a regular basis in a specified establishment, such as a school, or in connection with the purposes of the establishment, where the work gives opportunity for contact with children or vulnerable adults; or
• Engage in intimate or personal care or healthcare or any overnight activity, even if this happens only once.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why. Griffith was created to be a different type of university.  You?ll find we?re about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you?ll achieve them.
Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence.
The Office for Research delivers professional research support services with functions spanning key infrastructure and facilities, grants, development, ethics and integrity, policy, performance and reporting. Griffith University is one of Australia?s largest universities. It is research intensive, inclusive, innovative, progressive, deeply engaged in the Asia-Pacific region, and absolutely committed to ensuring it contributes to society through research that provides social dividends.
Do you have a strong track record ... Click here to view more detail / apply for Senior Manager, Research Grants

About the Company
Ahrens is a fifth-generation, South Australian family-owned company, with 120 years experience in delivering a diverse range of high-quality and cost effective products and projects across Australia, with footprints overseas.
We have become a full Construction, Engineering, Mining Services, Sheds & Silos and Water Storage company which provides complete turnkey project solutions, supported by 26 divisions and backed by 1300-plus people.
A leading division of the Ahrens family of brands, D&C specialise in design, fabrication and installation for bulky goods and retail, commercial and car parks, commodity storage and handling, cold store buildings, defence and aviation, education and recreation, manufacturing, mining infrastructure, ports and rail, steel buildings, transport and logistic, warehousing and wineries. We provide cutting-edge project solutions, delivering projects of all sizes, from small-scale to substantial developments.
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced Site Manager to join our ... Click here to view more detail / apply for Site Manager ? D&C QLD

Farm Manager (R&D) Australia

The Company
Enza Zaden is a global leader in vegetable seed production and plant breeding. We aim to achieve healthy, tasty, and locally adapted vegetable varieties with higher yield and quality. With more than 2500 passionate colleagues all over the world, we work together every day on the vegetables of tomorrow.

Our Australian, Research and Development branch, is based in Narromine, NSW and we are currently seeking a full-time Farm Manager (R&D) to strengthen our team.

The Role
As the Farm Manager (R&D), you will contribute to the execution of successful breeding and research programs resulting in innovative varieties by ensuring optimal crops and facilities for selection and seed production. Ideally you will have experience with vegetable production in general.

Your effective communication and people management skills will help build sustainable relations between local and international teams and external partners. You are a hands-on Farm Manager(R&D) and know how to guide the implementation of innovation and take initiative. You will report to the Station Manager, Oceania. Thanks to your experience and analytical skills, you recognize opportunities and make an impact. You can work independently.

As the leader of the farm team, you set priorities and give clear directions to your team about doing the right things at the right time. Your focus on continuous improvement of processes, increases output and efficiency or reduce costs.

Responsibilities
You will be responsible for the crop management of the breeding and screening trials at our R&D station in Narromine. You are a natural leader with agricultural management experience. You have scientific knowledge of agronomic inputs required for vegetable production. You manage the allocation and alignment of the resources of the R&D station, including:
• planning, coordinating, and executing field and greenhouse activities based on both the breeders and sales teams’ inputs
• prioritizing, allocating and monitoring of crop labor requirements in line with the trial objectives
• ensuring that all employees work in a healthy and safe environment
• taking care that the site complies with Enza Zaden’s internal, as well as local regulations.
• maintaining the facilities to the highest industry standard and giving input on future investments.
• contributing to the multi-year plan and annual budgeting for the R&D station.

About You
The team in Australia focusses on onion, pumpkin, lettuce, brassica, tomato and watermelon, but ideally you will have experience with vegetable production in general.
Our ideal candidate will also:
• be a natural leader with previous management experience.
• have 6 to 8 years of experience in vegetable/seed production, preferably in the open field and in greenhouses.
• have scientific knowledge of agronomic inputs required for vegetable production.
• be a team player with excellent communication skills.
• be innovative and continuously look for improvement of operations and processes.
• hold a University level academic qualification with preference for a Master's degree

Knowledge of sustainable, organic or regenerative farming practices will be beneficial.

Location and Renumeration
The role is based at our Narromine Research Station in NSW. Narromine is a regional country town located 35km east of Dubbo, a thriving regional centre with a population of 55,000. Dubbo offers all the amenities of a major city along with ready access to wide open spaces and all that offers, such as parks, reserves, fishing, water sports and more. A highly attractive remuneration package will be negotiated to attract the right person for this critical role.

Interested?
Please apply online with your CV and cover letter– don’t delay, apply today!

For a confidential discussion or to find out more about the role please contact Lisa Cooper-Rhind, HR Business Partner, on l.cooper-rhind@enzazaden.co.nz

About the Company
Ahrens is a fifth-generation, South Australian family-owned company, with 120 years experience in delivering a diverse range of high-quality and cost effective products and projects across Australia, with footprints overseas.
We have become a full Construction, Engineering, Mining Services, Sheds & Silos and Water Storage company which provides complete turnkey project solutions, supported by 26 divisions and backed by 1300-plus people.
A leading division of the Ahrens family of brands, D&C specialise in design, fabrication and installation for bulky goods and retail, commercial and car parks, commodity storage and handling, cold store buildings, defence and aviation, education and recreation, manufacturing, mining infrastructure, ports and rail, steel buildings, transport and logistic, warehousing and wineries. We provide cutting-edge project solutions, delivering projects of all sizes, from small-scale to substantial developments.
 
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced Site Manager to ... Click here to view more detail / apply for Site Manager ? D&C QLD