"Laboratory Manager"

561370

Canberra / ACT, ACT, Australia, 2601

Continuing

Closing at: Mar 8 2026 - 23:55 AEDT

Position Description

Classification: ANU Officer 8 (Technical)

Salary package: $121,359 to $129,772 per annum plus 17% superannuation

Term: Full-time, Continuing

The Position

The Research School of Chemistry is seeking a skilled Laboratory Manager to work closely with our academics and students and ensure the safe operation and maintenance of school laboratories and oversee our chemical safety practices. This role will oversee laboratory operations, ensure compliance with chemical, laser and magnetic safety and be responsible for the chemical management and waste management for the school.

The Person

The successful candidate will have formal qualifications in chemistry, and experience working in the higher education sector.  They will have strong interpersonal skills, an ability to work with a range of people, proven knowledge in chemical management and strong knowledge in Workplace Health and Safety in a chemistry laboratory environment. 

The School

The Research School of Chemistry is a leading centre of chemistry research in Australia. Researchers have a tradition of excellence in addressing the world’s most pressing chemistry issues, including computational chemistry.

The ANU College of Science and Medicine encompasses the disciplines of: Astronomy, Biology, Chemistry, Earth Sciences, Environment and Society, Mathematics, Physics, and Science Communication and is also home to a number of cross-disciplinary and specialist Institutes and Centres.  Staff and students within the ANU College of Science and Medicine conduct research and deliver a research-led education program that encompasses the breadth of the sciences, supported by extensive international networks and by world-class facilities. 

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For further information please contact, Kath Morris E: Kathryn.morris@anu.edu.au  

ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to people of all backgrounds and identities.  For more information about staff equity at ANU, click here. For enquiries about the application process, or if you require reasonable adjustment to apply for this role, please contact the hiring manager on the above listed details.

Application information

In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents:

A statement addressing the selection criteria.

A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees you can complete these online when prompted in the application form.

Other documents, if required.

Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.

Please note: The successful candidate must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process.  An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.