Team Leader - Laboratory Animal Services (LAS)
Job no: 515478
Work type: Fixed term - Full-time
Campus: Adelaide
Categories: Technical, Laboratory and Research Support, HEO6
(HEO6) $89,383 - $96,550 per annum plus an employer contribution of 17% superannuation will apply
Fixed term and Full-Time position until end of December 2025 At the heart of the Division of Research and Innovation, Laboratory Animal Services (LAS) plays a pivotal role in advancing the University of Adelaide's biomedical research. LAS delivers world-class animal husbandry and laboratory animal products, setting the standard for excellence in research support. Committed to continuous improvement, LAS invests in the growth and development of its animal care technicians, ensuring top-tier service for researchers and clients alike.
As Team Leader, you’ll lead a skilled team, collaborating with research groups to provide exceptional technical support. Your leadership will ensure all experimental activities align with ethical standards, enabling ground-breaking research.
With the support of the Branch Manager of Laboratory Animal Services, you’ll shape services that meet the needs of both the University’s research community and external clients, driving innovation and fostering meaningful partnerships.
This is your opportunity to make a real impact in a dynamic environment dedicated to excellence and discovery. Join us and be part of the future of biomedical research.
About the Role:
* Lead and manage a team of animal care technicians, providing guidance and support for professional development.
* Ensure compliance with ethically approved research protocols and quality assurance standards.
* Build collaborative relationships with researchers, supporting their objectives through outstanding technical services.
* Promote and implement health, safety, and wellbeing initiatives across the team.
* Deliver technical training workshops and design improved operating procedures.
Selection criteria (to address in application)
* Significant experience working in a biomedical research environment.
* Proven interpersonal and liaison skills in building constructive relationships with clients and stakeholders within and external to the University.
* Demonstrated ability to successfully lead a small team.
* Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of compliance and quality issues impacting on a biomedical research environment.
* Experience in HS&W compliance and compliance systems, e.g. RMSS system.
* Demonstrated ability to work with software and/or similar software eg. PeopleSoft; Research Master etc.
* Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply policies, rules and procedures.
* Proven oral and written communication skills, including the ability to produce high quality written documents and reports.
Applications close Wednesday 11th December 2024, 11:55pm
For further information
For a confidential discussion regarding this position, contact:
Lottie Servin
Acting Branch Manager | Laboratory Animal Services
P: +61 (8) 8313 4372
E: lottie.servin@adelaide.edu.au
The University of Adelaide is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who meet the requirements of this position are strongly encouraged to apply.
Advertised: 28 Nov 2024 12:00 AM
Applications close: 11 Dec 2024 11:55 PM
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