Head of Laboratory & Technical Services – Preclinical Sciences

James Cook University; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 112,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 17% employer superannuation

5 weeks annual recreation leave

Flexible working options

Paid study leave

On-site childcare and medical services

Job summary

James Cook University invites an experienced leader to take on the role of Manager, Laboratory and Technical Services (Preclinical Sciences). Based at the Townsville Bebegu Yumba campus, you will provide strategic and operational leadership across multidisciplinary facilities to deliver safe, high-quality laboratory services that support student learning and service outcomes.

You will oversee staff performance, resource planning and compliance with WHS and Australian standards, guiding risk

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in complex biomedicine, microbiology, or health science labs.
• Ability to lead safety, compliance and risk management across multiple disciplines.
• Proven capability to develop staff and drive performance and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prioritise and deliver lab and technical services across campuses.
• Ensure safe, compliant, high-quality services meeting timelines and standards.
• Lead staff capability development and cross-team collaboration.
• Provide high-level technical and operational advice on feasibility and resources.

Skills

Leadership experience

Management experience

Safety and compliance

Workplace Health and Safety (WHS)

Strategic planning

Job description

James Cook University invites an experienced leader to take on the role of Manager, Laboratory and Technical Services (Preclinical Sciences). Based at the Townsville Bebegu Yumba campus, you will provide strategic and operational leadership across multidisciplinary facilities to deliver safe, high-quality laboratory services that support student learning and service outcomes.

You will oversee staff performance, resource planning and compliance with WHS and Australian standards, guiding risk