Cartherics
is seeking a Laboratory Manager as a key position in its very active research
and development program. The successful applicant will have an intense desire
to succeed in a competitive environment and relish the challenge of helping to
identify and implement new technologies and equipment; the rewards will be
substantial.
The
successful applicant will report directly to the Chief Scientific Officer of
Cartherics.
The
successful applicant will have extensive experience in the stem cell and
immunology-based research environment. In particular, they will:
(i)
have hands-on skills at the
laboratory bench level including handling of human and animal tissues, so they
he/she can better appreciate the researchers needs, and be able to participate in experimental
procedures where possible. These will also ensure smooth running of the
laboratory environment;
(ii)
have a strong background in
understanding the equipment and technologies required for cutting edge
immunology (especially cell based and cytokines) and stem cell research and
interfacing with relevant suppliers;
(iii)
provide informed and expert
advice in relation to experimental planning and technologies available as
relevant;
(iv)
have experience in resourcing,
evaluating, ordering, implementing and maintaining a broad range of laboratory reagents
and equipment experience in ethics, OHS and other regulations relevant to
medical research;
(v)
ensure PC2 guideline adherence,
waste management and safety;
(vi)
understand the requirements and
confidentialities for corporate funded research;
(vii)
be able to liaise with a broad range of
personnel from students to senior researchers and upper level corporate Management;
(viii)
have direct supervisory responsibility for
more junior technical staff members in the scientific area;
(ix)
have organisational skills required
for data management, meetings and documentation of standard operating
procedures;
(x)
will have proficiency in a wide
range of IT hardware and software packages and skills in electronic lab data
book systems and general computer management
(xi)
will facilitate researchers and
staff to access relevant systems and training opportunities.
Anticipated Salary Level - Base:
Lab Manager – expected salary $87, 581 (Range $80,000-120,000) plus
superannuation and other statutory benefits.
The Monash Research Office (MRO) will be
holding an information session on Wednesday 14th December 2016
for those considering applying
for a Research Fellowship or Practitioner Fellowship in 2017. 
