Senior Manager, Biological Services & Facilities

Adelaide University; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 135,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Adelaide University is seeking a Senior Manager, Biological Services to lead a dedicated team delivering high‑quality biological research infrastructure. You will oversee day‑to‑day operations, ensure animal care, welfare, compliance and safety, and drive continuous improvement across facilities.

You will provide strategic guidance, lead service innovation, and collaborate with researchers, regulatory bodies, and external partners to align with the University’s research and innovation ambitions.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in a relevant field and extensive experience in laboratory animal science, or an equivalent combination of qualifications and experience.
• Proven experience leading, managing, and developing a team in a complex service environment.
• Experience and extensive knowledge with the management of laboratory animal research facilities.
• Proven ability to make complex management decisions and drive operational efficiency.
• Experience in developing and implementing health, safety, and injury management plans.
• High-level written and verbal communication skills, including report writing and stakeholder engagement.
• Experience in maintaining quality systems and coordinating continuous improvement processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations of biological research facilities and ensure high standards of animal care, welfare, compliance and safety.
• Provide strategic advice, lead service innovation, and align facilities with legislative and University requirements.

Skills

Team leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Operations management

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Tertiary qualification in a relevant field

Job description

Adelaide University is seeking a Senior Manager, Biological Services to lead a dedicated team delivering high‑quality biological research infrastructure. You will oversee day‑to‑day operations, ensure animal care, welfare, compliance and safety, and drive continuous improvement across facilities.

You will provide strategic guidance, lead service innovation, and collaborate with researchers, regulatory bodies, and external partners to align with the University’s research and innovation ambitions.