Laboratory Supervisor

6 days ago


East Brisbane, Queensland, Australia IDEXX Laboratories Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

IDEXX is seeking a passionate and experienced Laboratory Supervisor to oversee the day-to-day operations of our PCR department in our state-of-the-art, custom-designed facility in Eight Mile Plains — the largest veterinary diagnostics lab in the Southern Hemisphere.

This is more than just a leadership role — it's an opportunity to shape the future of veterinary diagnostics, inspire a talented team, and make a real impact on animal health across Australia and beyond.

As our Laboratory Supervisor, you'll be at the forefront of innovation and excellence, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, efficient, effective, and timely quantitative and droplet digital polymerase chain reaction diagnostic testing.

You will:

Champion compliance with NATA and ISO accreditation standards

Drive a culture of exceptional customer service

Mentor, coach, and empower your team to reach their full potential

Manage daily operations and ensure smooth workflow

Lead quality control and continuous improvement initiatives

Troubleshoot and optimise lab performance to meet tight turnaround times

What you will bring:

A Bachelor of Applied Science in Medical Laboratory Science (or equivalent)

Skilled in running and troubleshooting qPCR assays and potentially ddPCR

Hands-on experience in a diagnostic PCR laboratory with veterinary disease familiarity

Proven success in leading and motivating teams

Strong PC and data entry skills

Understanding of Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)

Familiarity with biosafety cabinet protocols and hygienic lab practices

A sharp eye for detail and a commitment to quality and safety

A passion for delivering outstanding customer experiences

What We Offer

When you join IDEXX, you will find yourself in a challenging but exciting environment where you are given the opportunity to be yourself, innovate, and grow. We have so much to offer

A modern environment, working within our brand-new custom designed laboratory

Supportive and collaborative environment: Surrounded by a team who are proud of the work they do and motivated by their unified purpose of helping others.

Competitive annual bonus scheme and compensation review

Reward and Recognition Program

Enhanced bereavement leave for family and pets

Free wellness programs and health reimbursements

Discounts on pet products and diagnostic testing

Tenure recognition with bonus payments and extra leave

Paid volunteer days and charity support through our One IDEXX program

Why IDEXX

We're proud of the work we do because our work matters. An innovation leader in every industry we serve, we follow our Purpose and Guiding Principles to help pet owners worldwide keep their companion animals healthy and happy, ensure safe drinking water for billions, and help farmers protect livestock and poultry from disease. We have customers in over 175 countries and a global workforce of over 10,000 talented people.

So, what does that mean for you? We enrich the livelihoods of our employees with a positive and respectful work culture that embraces challenges and encourages learning and discovery. At IDEXX, you will be supported by competitive compensation, incentives, and benefits while enjoying purposeful work that drives improvement.

Let's pursue what matters together.

IDEXX is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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