Senior Manager, Biological Services

As the Senior Manager, Biological Services, you will lead a dedicated team responsible for delivering high-quality biological research infrastructure and services that enable world-class research across the University. You will oversee the day-to-day operations of biological research facilities, ensuring the highest standards of animal care, welfare, compliance, and safety while driving operational excellence and continuous improvement. Working closely with researchers, senior leaders, regulatory bodies, and external stakeholders, you will provide strategic advice, lead service innovation, and ensure facilities operate in accordance with legislative, ethical, and University requirements. This is an exciting leadership opportunity to shape the future of biological services by fostering a culture of excellence, supporting cutting-edge research, and aligning facility operations with the University's research and innovation ambitions.

Curious to learn more? Explore the full role description below to discover more about this opportunity.

Reporting to the Associate Director, Biological Services, this role forms part of Research Infrastructure team within Biological Services and is aligned to the Research and Innovation Portfolio within the University.

This role will provide role guidance, professional development, direction and coaching for up to five (5) direct reports.

Visit the AU website to learn more about Biological Services .

Our people are guided by purpose, curiosity and a commitment to lifelong learning. We embrace authenticity, innovation and collaboration, and harness diverse thinking in our pursuit of excellence.

This role is perfect for someone who is an engaging and collaborative leader with a passion for building high-performing teams and fostering a positive, inclusive culture. You are an exceptional communicator who thrives on developing strong relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders and can confidently navigate complex or challenging situations with professionalism and empathy. With a calm, solutions-focused approach, you excel at resolving conflict, bringing people together, and creating an environment where people can work collaboratively to support world-class research.