Employment Type: Part Time, 0.4 FTE (14 hours per week)

Duration: Up Until 31 August 2026

Remuneration: Level 6 Professional $100,354- $103,683 pro rata (based on experience) + 17% Super + Annual Leave Loading

Location: Kensington, New South Wales

To be successful you will hold Australian Working Rights or Australian Citizenship. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Why this role matters:

The Genetic Counsellor Support (Research) will provide counselling support and perspectives under the supervision of a clinical geneticist as part of a multidisciplinary team of clinicians and researchers working to improve outcomes for families impacted by genetic neuromuscular conditions.

The Genetic Counsellor Support will participate in collaborative research focused on exploring potential new genetic diagnoses, discovering new disease-causing genes / mechanisms of disease, describing new disorders, understanding the lived experience of affected individuals and their families, and developing novel treatments for individuals with these conditions.

The Genetic Counsellor Support will report to the Senior Clinical Lecturer and collaborate with the Rare Diseases NSW Group and Sydney Children’s Hospital staff, while also participating in ongoing training and supervision in genetic counselling.

Skills Required:

• Relevant undergraduate degree with post-graduate qualification in genetic counselling.
• Board Eligible status with the Board of Censors for Genetic Counselling (Human Genetics Society of Australasia) and evidence of working towards full certification in Genetic Counselling
• Demonstrated skills and knowledge in the provision of genetic counselling services.
• Demonstrated understanding of the application of genomic medicine in the setting of clinical care and research.
• Demonstrated superior interpersonal communication skills to maintain effective stakeholder relationships whilst exercising discretion and confidentiality.
• Demonstrated computer literacy and the ability to use health information systems.
• Commitment to ongoing education including actively seeking opportunities to develop and nurture leadership skills.
• Demonstrated capacity to provide supervision and mentorship to junior research genetic counsellors, as well as research staff and students/trainees requiring genetics education.
• Excellent time management skills, with a demonstrated ability to respond to changing priorities, manage multiple tasks and meet competing deadlines using judgement and initiative.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a high level of attention to detail.
• 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 UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
• Knowledge of health & safety (psychosocial and physical) responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.

To learn more about this position, and view the comprehensive skills and criteria list, a copy of the Position Description can be found by clicking on the position description button beneath our ad on JOBS@UNSW.

Specific Pre-Employment Checks Required:

• Qualifications Check
• NSW Working with Children Check or willingness to obtain one

Benefits and Culture:

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

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

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

How to apply

Please click Apply now to submit your application online. Applications submitted via email will not be accepted.

To be considered for this role, your application must include a document addressing the Selection Criteria which are outlined in the “Skills and Experience” section of the position description). Applications that do not address these selection criteria will not be considered.

To view the full position description, please click on the Position Description link below.

Get in Touch (for job related queries only – applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed):

Aarti

Talent Acquisition Coordinator

a.aarti@unsw.edu.au

Applications close:  Sunday 11^th May before 11:30 pm

UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.