Laboratory & Technical Services Leader - Tropical Health

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

Benefits offered by this job

Generous superannuation up to 17%

5 weeks annual recreation leave

15 days sick leave per year

Up to 6 months paid parental leave

Flexible working options

Staff study assistance

Job summary

James Cook University (JCU) invites applications for the role of Manager, Laboratory and Technical Services at AITHM. Based at Cairns Nguma-bada campus, you will direct laboratory operations, ensure researchers have access to high‑quality facilities, and manage specialist equipment and expert support across PC2/PC3 environments.

You will lead a skilled technical workforce, drive service improvements and foster a collaborative, compliant, high‑performing workplace culture in a respected tropical

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams in laboratory operations or research support.
• Strong governance, risk and safety knowledge.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction across laboratory and technical services to ensure researchers have access to high‑quality facilities, specialist equipment and expert support.
• Oversee governance, safety and compliance across research support services.
• Lead a team of technical professionals and drive service improvements.

Job description

James Cook University (JCU) invites applications for the role of Manager, Laboratory and Technical Services at AITHM. Based at Cairns Nguma-bada campus, you will direct laboratory operations, ensure researchers have access to high‑quality facilities, and manage specialist equipment and expert support across PC2/PC3 environments.

You will lead a skilled technical workforce, drive service improvements and foster a collaborative, compliant, high‑performing workplace culture in a respected tropical