Laboratory Operations Lead – Teaching Labs

La Trobe University; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

La Trobe University in Melbourne invites applications for a Senior Technical Officer in Nursing & Midwifery. You will oversee laboratory and simulation activities, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance while supporting teaching staff with equipment use and resource management.

The role focuses on supervising laboratory support staff, rostering to maintain service delivery, coordinating stock levels, and ensuring timely provision of equipment and consumables for practical classes across the

Qualifications

• Degree with experience consolidating theories and supporting staff.
• Proven experience managing activities of self and others including coaching.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and roster laboratory support staff to ensure consistent service delivery.
• Act as central point of contact for staff for lab services and equipment needs.
• Monitor stock levels and coordinate ordering to maintain resources for teaching.
• Provide guidance on laboratory procedures and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Degree with experience

Policy interpretation

People management

Lab supervision

Coaching

Time management

Education

Degree with relevant experience

Job description

La Trobe University in Melbourne invites applications for a Senior Technical Officer in Nursing & Midwifery. You will oversee laboratory and simulation activities, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance while supporting teaching staff with equipment use and resource management.

The role focuses on supervising laboratory support staff, rostering to maintain service delivery, coordinating stock levels, and ensuring timely provision of equipment and consumables for practical classes across the