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MANAGER NEURO RESEARCH SERVICES

The Florey Neuroscience Institutes (FNI), a premier independent medical research facility dedicated to clinical and basic discoveries within the neurosciences field, is going through an exciting period of expansion with the development of new building works in partnership with the, Mental Health Research Institute and University of Melbourne.

The Neuro Research Service (NRS) provides state of the art rodent phenotyping, research in behavioural and morphological phenotyping and assessment of new therapeutic compounds. We are looking for an experienced manager to lead our highly specialised team, develop the NRS Business Plan which includes delivery of service to both internal and external users. Apart from the human resource, financial management and regulatory compliance aspects of the role you will also be responsible for marketing and promoting this service to create business development opportunities.

This is an exceptional role for someone to help create and develop this research platform both within our expanding organisation and to the broader neuroscience community.

To be considered, you will need to demonstrate high level project management, people management, presentation, and report writing skills. You will have had business development experience and demonstrated an ability to build collaborations and networks within your area of expertise. You will need to have had a minimum of 5 years experience in the research or biotechnology sector or a related field.

Generous salary packaging options are available. This will initially be offered on a fixed term contract for 3 years.  For more information or for a confidential discussion contact: Dr Henry De Aizpurua, Deputy Director on 8344 1808.

Applications should be forwarded by no later than 9 August 2010.

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Quote Ref: FNI 100

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