In-Demand Senior program officer Jobs in Western Australia

Research Officer/Senior Research Officer
The Kids Research Institute Australia —Nedlands WA
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
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- Health insurance
- Employee discount
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Australia Red Cross —Perth WA
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- Hybrid work
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- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance program
Senior Supply Officer
PLS —Pilbara WA
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- Forklift
- Microsoft Office
- Supervising experience
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program
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Senior Procurement Officer
Ertech —Perth WA
- Full-time
- Engineering
- ERP systems
- Microsoft Office
- Referral program
9d
Senior Medical Officer - Chinchilla
Queensland Government —Darling Downs WA
- Part-time
- Private practice
- Health insurance
- Employee assistance program
Senior Certification Officer
Babcock International —Henderson WA
- Management
- Manufacturing
- Leadership
- Parental leave
Senior Education Support and Project Officer
University of Sydney —Darlington WA
- $117,133 - $127,610 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Administrative experience
- University
17h
Senior Configuration Management Officer
Austal —Fremantle WA
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Management
- Engineering
- Opportunities for advancement
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Senior Patient Services Officer
GenesisCare —Albany WA
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Microsoft Office
- Administrative experience
21h
Senior Finance Officer
Racing and Wagering Western Australia —Osborne Park WA
- Full-time
- Remote
- Free parking
HSE Officer
Monadelphous —Perth WA
- Leadership
14h
Executive Assistant to Director Asset Services
City of Rockingham WA —Rockingham WA
- $86,797 - $92,879 a year
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Administrative experience
- Budgeting
- Employee assistance program
Safety Officer
IMS Australia —Perth WA
- Full-time
- Microsoft Office
- Leadership
- Communication skills
2026: Urban Operations Manager
Shire of Carnarvon —Carnarvon WA
- $137,111.99 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Maintenance
- Organisational skills
- Travel reimbursement
- Annual leave
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13d
Senior Analyst Delivery Enablement & Advisory
Water Corporation —Leederville WA
- From $135,693 a year
- Management
- Analysis skills
- Communication skills
- Work from home
Administration Officer
Aegis Aged Care —Mindarie WA
- Part-time
- Customer service
- Microsoft Office
- Administrative experience
- Parental leave
Quick Apply
1d
Culture Specialist
Water Corporation —Leederville WA
- From $135,693 a year
- Contract
- Analysis skills
- Psychology
- Communication skills
- Work from home
1d
State Manager WA
Goodstart Early Learning —East Victoria Park WA
- Full-time
- Management
- Gym membership
1d
SKA-Low Senior Technical Officer
CSIRO —Geraldton WA
- $118,000 - $127,000 a year
- Contract
- Engineering
- No degree
- Communication skills
10d
Senior Employment Officer - Broome
Job Pathways —Broome WA
- $88,090 - $88,091 a year
- Full-time
- Employee assistance program
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Research Officer/Senior Research Officer

The Kids Research Institute Australia
Nedlands WA

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

Extended annual leave
Visa sponsorship
Health insurance
Employee discount
Salary packaging

Qualifications

Doctoral degree
Cell culture
Research
Communication skills

Full Job Description

Nedlands, Australia

req3438

Posted on: 10/08/2026

The Opportunity

The Strep A Pathogenesis & Diagnostics team is embedded within the Wesfarmers Centre of Vaccines and Infectious Diseases, alongside other research groups focused on vaccines, antibiotic reformulation, translation and policy research, providing unique opportunities to translate research findings into practice. We now have an exciting opportunity for a Research Officer/Senior Research Officer (level dependent on experience) to join our team.

In this role, you will lead a project investigating Group A Streptococcus (GAS or Strep A) infection that relapse following antibiotic therapy. GAS causes a spectrum of disease from sore throat to invasive infections and Rheumatic Heart Disease (RHD) – yet why GAS persists, despite antibiotic therapy, remains poorly understood. This role tackles one of the most intriguing candidate mechanisms: the bacterium’s ability to switch into a cell-wall-deficient state (L-form) that are inherently tolerant to β-lactam antibiotics such as penicillin. Understanding how GAS transitions into and out of the L-form state, and being able to detect it, could reshape how we diagnose and treat persistent infections.

The role reports to A/Professor Tim Barnett, Head of Strep A Pathogenesis & Diagnostics, and is a collaboration with Professor Jeffery Errington and Dr Yoshikazu Kawai at the University of Sydney, and Professor Johan Malmström at Lund University. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to spend time in, and exchange expertise with, these partner laboratories.

Working across bacterial cell biology, host–pathogen interactions and diagnostics, you will:

Establish and characterise host-relevant systems for inducing, propagating and reverting GAS L-forms, and define the conditions that drive the L-form transition.
Develop novel reagents (e.g. antibodies) to detect and track L-form conversion in real time, both in culture and within host cells.
Lead the production of high-quality publications, contribute to grant applications, and help shape the strategic direction of the research.

Working in our state-of-the-art laboratory facilities within Perth Children’s Hospital in Nedlands, this full-time position will be offered for an initial 18-month period. Applicants must have, or be eligible to obtain, the right to work in Australia. Visa sponsorship and contribution to relocation expenses are available and can be discussed with the successful candidate.

About You

The successful candidate will hold a PhD in a relevant microbiology, cell biology or a related discipline, or will be nearing PhD completion. You will also demonstrate:

Strong general microbiology and molecular biology skills, including bacterial culture, cloning and PCR.
Experience with mammalian cell culture.
A demonstrated track record of productivity appropriate to career stage, as evidenced by publications, conference presentations and contribution to grant development.
Strong experimental design, troubleshooting and data interpretation skills.
Excellent organisational and written and oral communication skills.

Highly regarded skills:

Expertise in bacterial pathogenesis, including construction of bacterial mutants and infection of host cells and/or animal models.
Fluorescence, confocal and/or live-cell microscopy.
Design and construction of fluorescent reporters, biosensors, probes or antibodies.

At The Kids Research Institute Australia, we are committed to building a workplace culture that reflects the communities we serve. We actively recruit support and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ people, people of all ages, and those with diverse lived experiences. We also provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

If you meet many, but not all, of the role requirements, we encourage you to apply. We also welcome you to mention any career breaks in your cover letter to help us understand your journey.

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is reflected in how we:

Support staff-led inclusion and allyship groups.
Offer flexible work practices that recognise different needs and life stages.
Provide training, development and mentoring opportunities to increase inclusive leadership and create an environment where all staff can thrive.
Partner with communities to strengthen cultural awareness and belonging.
Ensure adjustments and accessible practices are available for diverse community groups.

Alongside our inclusive culture, you’ll enjoy:

Extra annual leave at Christmas and Easter.
Salary packaging and entertainment benefits.
Health and wellbeing programs with weekly events.
Flexible and hybrid working options.
Recognition and professional development opportunities, including LinkedIn Learning.
Modern offices with sit-to-stand desks and end-of-trip facilities.

How to Apply

If this role feels like the right fit and an exciting new opportunity for you, please click on 'Apply Now' to visit our Career Site, view the Job Description, and submit your application.

Please include a cover letter (no more than 2 pages) that specifically addresses the skills and experience outlined in the “About You” section.

Applications will only be accepted through our career portal. If you are experiencing technical difficulties or require reasonable accommodations in completing your application, please [email protected].

Contact Name: Timothy Barnett

Contact Email: [email protected]

Closing Date: 10/09/2026 - We reserve the right to hire prior to the closing date.

The Kids Research Institute Australia is committed to being champions of gender equity, diversity, and inclusivity. We actively encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures, including: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities and people living with disability. As such we are a proud Bronze award recipient of the first Australian Athena Swan Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) pilot program.

We acknowledge that when working in environments which contribute to the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal people, it is imperative that Aboriginal people are at the forefront of this work. We have launched the Aboriginal Employment and Career Development Strategy to increase the number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff, students and researchers employed in the Institute who provide guidance and support in our work in Aboriginal health.

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