Innovation Engineer

• Full time, fixed term until February 2025

• Exciting opportunity for an innovation engineer to design and manufacture prototypes for biomanufacturing and novel medical devices

• Base Salary from $95,860 + 17% superannuation 

About the opportunity

The School of Medical Sciences is recognised as one of the leading centres for medical science education in the world. With over 100 years of excellence in education, we are proud to be training the next generation of medical scientists who will be leading members of the medical research community with an innovative integrated curriculum. Our team of researchers lead key internationally competitive research from molecules to medicines, from patient to policy across a range of therapeutic areas.   

We are seeking an Innovation Engineer with a background on Mechatronic, Mechanical, Electrical or Robotic background to design and manufacture prototypes for biomanufacturing and medical devices.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• develop and deploy engineering solutions and execute testing of various prototypes

• provide technical expertise and offer solutions for issues in engineering related biomanufacturing and medical device development aspects

• contribute to multiple process automation projects, identify process improvements and support the development of project management methodologies

• implement project governance and identify and mitigate risks

• manage project communications and conduct information sessions to keep stakeholders informed

• take the lead in handling stakeholder communications, ensuring that concerns are addressed effectively and timely while fostering a culture of trust and collaboration within the work area and beyond

• facilitate timely report submission, uphold data integrity according to university systems, and partner with managers to advance compliance initiatives.

About you

• bachelor degree or higher in a relevant field

• experience in delivering technical solutions

• experience in developing and delivering of automation and innovation programs

• experience in prototype development

• extensive technical knowledge across a large number of applicable engineering domains; i.e. skills and experience in electrical, mechanical and software engineering design, demonstrated skills in electrical, software and mechanical fabrication as well as a demonstrated ability to lead diverse project teams

• interdisciplinary engineering proficiency, including fluid mechanics and materials engineering knowledge

• strong project management and research skills.

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Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For a continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

Australian Temporary Residents currently employed at the University of Sydney may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the position.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People , women , people living with a disability , people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds , and those who identify as LGBTIQ . We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. 

If you are a current employee of the University or a contingent worker with access to Workday, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard.  Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply.

For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or support filling out this application, please contact Ajaypal Singh Recruitment Operations, by email to [email protected].

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Wednesday 06 March 2024 11:59 PM