Laboratory Operations Specialist

6 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia beBeeResearch Full time $80,000 - $90,000
Operations Support Professional

As an Operations Support Professional, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of laboratory and clinical facilities. Your key responsibilities will include coordinating equipment maintenance, procurement, and installation, as well as managing service contracts for laboratory and clinical equipment.

Additionally, you will assist in the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for communal laboratory and clinical equipment, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and best practices.

You will also provide support in the procurement process for scientific or clinical equipment, including researching vendors, obtaining quotes, and coordinating purchases within budgetary constraints.

Furthermore, you will conduct Liquid nitrogen training and oversee the safe handling and storage of liquid nitrogen, liaising with Facilities Management (FM) and Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) teams to maintain compliance with safety protocols.

Other key responsibilities include coordinating regular inspections and maintenance of cold rooms and ultra-low temperature (ULT) cold storage units and other laboratory facilities, conducting laboratory and clinical inductions for new staff members, providing comprehensive training on safety protocols, equipment usage, and facility procedures, and setting up and maintaining tissue culture facilities, ensuring sterile conditions and proper disposal of biological waste in accordance with regulatory guidelines.

This role requires a proactive approach to team meetings and attendance at all relevant seminars and staff meetings.

Key Qualifications and Skills:
  • A degree in a Science related discipline/equivalent qualification or relevant experience is required.
  • Experience working in a research laboratory environment with knowledge of laboratory safety standards, biosafety, radiation safety, and/or gene technology-related legislation is highly desirable.
  • Knowledge of legislation, regulations, and practices governing workplace health and safety, and the ability to translate compliance requirements into suitable processes is essential.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with a variety of stakeholders in a positive and productive manner are necessary.
  • Proven organisational skills that demonstrate the ability to prioritise tasks, meet deadlines and respond to requests in a timely manner while paying careful attention to detail are crucial.
Benefits of Working with Us:
  • Flexibility
  • Professional development opportunities
  • The opportunity to contribute to a research centre of world renown
  • Generous salary packaging
  • An employee assistance program
  • Modern offices and laboratories adjacent to the Alfred Hospital and walking distance to St Kilda Road, Chapel Street, and Fawkner Park

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