Institute for Molecular Bioscience Full-time (100%), permanent position commencing in February 2025 Base salary will be in the range $111,154.58 - $124,619.84 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 8) Based at our St Lucia Campus About This Opportunity The Mass Spectrometry Facility Manager provides direct management and oversight of the suite of IMB Mass Spectrometry equipment, technical and analytical services, user training and support. Key responsibilities will include: Manage the IMB Mass Spectrometry Facility, ensuring high-quality, cost-effective services. Develop and implement complex mass spectrometry workflows for biomolecule detection, characterisation and quantification. Provide expert technical advice, research support, and training for internal and external users. Provide technical guidance of state-of-art mass spectrometry developments for grant applications and assess equipment lifecycles for retirement and/or replacements. Prepare and manage the facility's budget and maintain stakeholder communications. Provide ongoing strategic and operational planning, including performance reporting and liaising with instrument engineers, manufacturers and technical staff. About UQ As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world. Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community. Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as: 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave 17% superannuation contributions 17.5% annual leave loading Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family UQ Study for Staff On campus childcare options Affordable parking (from just $5.75 a day) Salary packaging options About You Postgraduate qualifications in chemistry, biochemistry or analytical science, together with extensive experience in mass spectrometry, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training. Broad knowledge of mass spectrometry workflows and applications. Including knowledge and experience in protein, peptide, lipid and small molecule analytical applications and data processing workflows. Knowledge of nano, micro and analytical flow HPLC, plus other chromatography techniques, including Capillary Isoelectric Focussing, Ion Exchange and Size Exclusion. High level of computer competency, including ability to use systems supporting mass spectrometry including experience in data processing software for peptide, protein, lipid and small molecule identification, characterisation and quantitation, for example SCIEX OS, MultiQuant, LipidView, Protein Pilot, DIA-NN, Skyline, etc. Demonstrated experience of applying innovative and contemporary approaches in mass spectrometry, including a demonstrated understanding of the operation of mass spectrometry equipment and associated scientific instruments, including technical skills in maintenance and troubleshooting. High attention to detail and a strong understanding of health and safety practices and requirements relevant to working in chemical and instrument laboratories. Excellent communications skills, with demonstrated experience of communicating with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders and an ability to work independently and collaboratively, with autonomy under broad direction. The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, criminal check, education check. Work Rights: You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Questions? For more information about this opportunity, please contact Lisa Cornish lisa.cornishuq.edu.au. For application queries, please contact talentuq.edu.au stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line. Want to Apply? All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered: Cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section Resume Other Information UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role. We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to talentuq.edu.au for accessibility support or adjustments. Applications close Tuesday 19 November at 11.00pm AEST (R-44730).