Strategic Operations Leader for Micro & Immunology

UOM University of Melbourne; Parkville; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

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Job summary

The University of Melbourne's Department of Microbiology and Immunology invites applications for a Strategy & Operations Manager. You will lead integrated operational management across administration, research services and teaching support, reporting to the Head of Department.

You will develop strategic and operational plans, oversee budgeting and financial modelling, manage infrastructure and space planning for a major new building, and foster collaborative service delivery with internal and

Qualifications

• Hold postgraduate qualifications, or significant equivalent experience, gained in large, complex organisations or research-intensive environments.
• Demonstrate proven operational leadership in laboratory-based, medical research, hospital or tertiary education settings.
• Bring extensive financial management capability, including budgeting, forecasting, modelling and advising on resource allocation and risk.
• Manage infrastructure, space planning and laboratory operations issues, negotiating practical, compliant solutions with diverse stakeholders.
• Lead inclusive, collaborative teams, creating positive, imaginative cultures that enhance staff and student experiences.
• Navigate change confidently, balancing strategy and hands-on delivery while building trust across complex stakeholder networks.

Responsibilities

• Lead integrated operational management across administration, research services and teaching support for the Department of Microbiology and Immunology.
• Develop and implement strategic and operational plans, performance measures and resource models aligned with School and Faculty priorities.
• Oversee budgeting, financial monitoring and modelling, providing timely advice to the Head of Department and School Manager regarding interventions to manage risk and support decision-making for optimal outcomes.
• Manage infrastructure, space planning and laboratory-related operational matters, including supporting a major new building's operational readiness.
• Build strong relationships across the School, Faculty, the Doherty Institute and shared services to coordinate collaborative, compliant service delivery.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Budgeting & financial modelling

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Change management

Education

Postgraduate qualifications

Job description

The University of Melbourne's Department of Microbiology and Immunology invites applications for a Strategy & Operations Manager. You will lead integrated operational management across administration, research services and teaching support, reporting to the Head of Department.

You will develop strategic and operational plans, oversee budgeting and financial modelling, manage infrastructure and space planning for a major new building, and foster collaborative service delivery with internal and