This job is based in Australia.
Laboratory Manager- Medicine Research Infrastructure Job no: ****** Work type: Full Time Location: Sydney, NSW Categories: Laboratory Technician, Research Infrastructure, Clinical/Medical Research Employment Type: Full Time, 35 hours per week Duration: Continuing Remuneration: Professional Level 7 $118K- $128K (based on experience) + 17% super+ annual leave loading Location: Kensington Campus, New South Wales.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Candidates must hold unrestricted work rights to be considered for this position.
Position Summary The Laboratory Manager plays a key role in supporting the delivery of world-class research within UNSW Medicine & Health, ensuring the efficient, safe and effective operation of laboratory facilities across on-campus and UNSW-managed sites.
Working within a complex, multi-stakeholder environment, the role provides expert operational, technical and logistical support to researchers, enabling high-quality research outcomes.
The position is responsible for overseeing laboratory operations, maintaining research infrastructure and equipment, and ensuring compliance with regulatory, laboratory practice and workplace health and safety requirements.
The Laboratory Manager also supports the coordination of training, access to facilities, and the continuous improvement of systems, processes and service delivery.
Reporting to the Research Infrastructure Manager, the role contributes to a collaborative and high-performing research environment, providing advice on infrastructure, equipment and enterprise projects, and supporting the ongoing development of safe and sustainable laboratory practices.
Some Key Skills Required Relevant tertiary qualification in a scientific or other relevant research-based discipline and relevant work experience in a similar role, or other equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Proven understanding and experience managing PC2 and PC3 (desired) laboratory.




Demonstrated extensive experience in the diverse aspects of managing the operations of a research laboratory, including provision of expert technical and logistical advice on research facilities, infrastructure, equipment and instruments.
Proven technical expertise in specialist areas aligned with laboratory operations and research activities, with proven ability to investigate, analyse and resolve complex technical, operational, and logistical issues.
Proven ability to provide instruction and training to others in the safe use of laboratory equipment and instruments, including secure laboratory techniques, risk assessments and safety procedures and equipment.
Demonstrated ability to review and advise on the development of policies, systems, procedures, and guidelines relevant to research laboratories.
Please refer to the position description for full details.
Benefits and Culture Career development opportunities 17% Superannuation contributions and additional leave loading payments 10 days paid cultural leave per year Additional 3 days of leave over Christmas period Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness) Pre-Employment Checks As part of our recruitment process candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment screening, which may include reference checks, qualification verification, right-to-work verification, WWCC and criminal history screening where relevant to the role.
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UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.
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Advertised: 30 Jul **** AUS Eastern Standard Time Applications close: 20 Aug **** AUS Eastern Standard Time
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📌 Laboratory Manager- Medicine Research Infrastructure (New South Wales)
🏢 UNSW
📍 New South Wales