Project Officer – Clinical Engagement and Innovation

The Opportunity

Join the Tyree Foundation Institute of Health Engineering (Tyree IHealthE) as part of a team driving the translation of innovative medical technologies from bench to bedsideenhancing healthcare practice and improving outcomes for patients healthcare professionals and the healthcare system.

Tyree IHealthE has an opportunity for a Project Officer Clinical Engagement and this key role you will drive facilitate and expand the institutes engagement with clinicians and other partners in identifying unmet needs while providing practical and efficient project support for healthcare innovation translation projects and stakeholders.

Additionally this role involves supporting the delivery of a broad range of activities and tasks to meet established milestones as part of the implementation of the Tyree IHealthE innovation translation strategy. You will be responsible for providing analytical and project coordination support building internal and external relationships and contributing to the successful delivery of IHealthE activities.

The role reports to the Head of Strategy and Innovation IHealthE and has no direct reports.

• Salary Level 6: $103866to $110801 per annum 17% superannuation
• Full time
• Fixed term contract 2 years
• Aiming for February 2026 start
• Location: Kensington/Randwick Sydney Australia
• Flexible working options

About UNSW

UNSW isnt like other places youve worked. Yes were a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. But what makes us different isnt only what we do its how we do it. Together we are driven to be thoughtful practical and purposeful in all we do. If you want a career where you can thrive be challenged and do meaningful work youre in the right place.

This role is based at Tyree IHealthE located within the Prince of Wales Hospital which provides unique support for translating disruptive medical technologies into commercial products and clinical pathways for everyday practice. The vision of Tyree IHealthE is to drive global healthcare innovation and societal impact by bridging unmet clinical needs with pioneering medical technology solutions. For more information please visit - and Experience

• A Bachelor of Medicine and/or Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS M.D.) or bachelors in medical or health field or related area.
• Demonstrated experience in engaging and building relationships with diverse groups of healthcare professionals from different areas of clinical practice
• Demonstrated interest in healthcare innovation commercialisation and translation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a high level of attention to detail for deliverables produced.
• Sound stakeholder management skills with the ability to liaise effectively with a range of stakeholders.
• Excellent time management skills with a demonstrated ability to respond to changing priorities manage multiple tasks and meet competing deadlines by using judgement and initiative.
• Project experience with an understanding of the project life cycle and development of project plans objectives and documentation.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and productively within a team but also to take initiative and work independently while managing competing demands.
• An understanding of and commitment to UNSWs aims objectives and values in action together with relevant policies and guidelines.
• Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.

Additional details about the specific responsibilities for this position can be found in the position description. This is available via

Benefits and Culture:

UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to a plethora of UNSW-perks including:

• 17% Superannuation and leave loading
• Flexible working options
• Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period
• Access to lifelong learning and career development

More information on the great staff benefits and culture can be found here.

To Apply:

Please click the apply now button and submit your CV Cover Letter and Responses to the Skills and Experience. You should systematically address the Skills and Experience listed within the position description in your application.

Applicants must have working rights in Australia and be able to be on site in Kensington regularly. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Please note applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed below.

Contact:

For role-specific inquiries please contact Ian Goon (Clinical Technology Manager)

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For questions regarding the recruitment process please contact Eugene Aves (Talent Acquisition Consultant)

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Applications close: 11:55 pm (Sydney time) on Sunday 11 January 2026

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