at SAHMRI
Gilles Plains, Adelaide SA
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23d ago
SAHMRI
(16 reviews)
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Non-Profit Organisations
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101-1,000
The South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute (SAHMRI) is South Australia’s first independent, flagship health and medical research institute and the pioneer of the state’s new Health and Biomedical Precinct on North Terrace.
The Institute houses a mix of 600 South Australian, interstate and international researchers in its purpose built, iconic building – a symbol of a growing, vibrant Adelaide. The facility has been a key element in attracting new research talent and retaining the best from within SA. SAHMRI supports and fosters an environment where early career researchers can build their careers and undertake world-leading research.
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What’s it like working at SAHMRI?
AI summary of recent reviews
SAHMRI offers several positive aspects that employees value, including flexible working arrangements and a collaborative environment with friendly colleagues. The organisation provides excellent benefits for a not-for-profit, and staff appreciate the modern facilities and convenient location. The majority of employees feel they are contributing to meaningful research and enjoy the stimulating environment.
However, there are areas that present opportunities for improvement. The organisation faces challenges related to leadership approaches and research diversity, while some departments experience resource constraints and technology integration issues. Some employees also note that workload management can be challenging at times, particularly in research roles.
However, there are areas that present opportunities for improvement. The organisation faces challenges related to leadership approaches and research diversity, while some departments experience resource constraints and technology integration issues. Some employees also note that workload management can be challenging at times, particularly in research roles.
Recent reviews
1.0
Researcher
Sep 2025Adelaide SA 50003 to 4 years in the role, former employee
okay for fresh graduates, then look elsewhere after a few years.
The good thingsFlexible working hours. Salary Sacrifice.
The challengesLeadership focus only on their research which is heavily lean on statistically analysis, survey, policy, etc. There is lack of support on fundamental science to understand the mode of action and to elucidate pathways. I can understand that fundamental science is often not cost effective and takes a lot longer to get results, compared to looking at the impact of sugary drinks labels or omega 3 with a survey.
High turnover rate from senior management to junior researcher, all across from the C-suite, HR, legal, Finance, IT...
After a few years of charging uni for office space and lab space, uni is now smart enough to only rent space which is critical for their research. A quick visit and you will notice the office and lab space is getting empty.
Not to mention the uncertainty of SAHRMI 2 next door.
2.0
Research & Facility services
Aug 20221 to 2 years in the role, former employee
A good example of red flags to look for in future jobs
The good thingsStaff seem to be committed although alot of the spirit is driven by the team themselves, not management
The challengesIdeas are determined by people who are not in the roles or who are too business focused to care what the true outcomes should be
1.0
Research Assistant
Jul 20221 to 2 years in the role, former employee
Toxic work environment. Would never recommend.
The good thingsFlexibility with work hours and working from home
The challengesManagement and HR are hopeless and promote an anti-choice and toxic environment. They only support the research that suits them and ignore conflicting evidence. They seem to care more about politics than the the health and well-being of their employees. The environment and culture feels very negative. Very little perks and benefits.
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