Medtech Laboratory Manager

Role type:  Part Time (0.6 FTE) Fixed Term until March 2027
Faculty:  Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology
Department/School: Department of Biomedical Engineering
Salary: $109,093 - $118,091 per annum (pro rata for part time) plus 17% superannuation

• Pioneering Medtech training facility / Lead a dynamic team at ACMD / Elevate your career in a prestigious setting
• Apply today to lead the cutting-edge VMH FabHub, shaping the future of Medtech education and innovation
• Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

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Your next career opportunity
As the Medtech Laboratory Manager at the University of Melbourne's new VMH FabHub, you will spearhead the establishment and daily operations of this state-of-the-art training facility. You'll have the opportunity to collaborate with prestigious partners, manage a high-performing team, and contribute to the advancement of medical technology education in Victoria.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Lead and Manage VMH FabHub Operations: Oversee daily operations, manage training enquiries, and coordinate space bookings.
• Ensure Compliance and Safety: Implement and manage Quality and OHS requirements, conduct inspections, and develop risk assessments.
• Procure and Maintain Equipment: Manage procurement, maintenance, and compliance of laboratory equipment and facilities.
• Support Educational Activities: Develop and deliver practical classes, including preparing chemicals and cultivating cells for teaching.

You may be a great fit if:
You will bring strong leadership and communication skills to manage the VMH FabHub, overseeing its operations and collaborating with partners to advance Medtech education and innovation.

You may also:

• Have a background in medical technologies with relevant experience in scientific or medical laboratories
• Possess excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Have budget management experience and strong organisational abilities
• Demonstrate a commitment to customer service and continuous improvement
• Have experience in managing specialist equipment and ensuring safety compliance

For further information please refer to the attached PD.

What we offer you
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:

• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance
• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

For more information check out our benefits page

Your new team – Department of Biomedical Engineering
The Department of Biomedical Engineering is a vibrant and rapidly growing department within Melbourne School of Engineering, working on some of the most challenging problems at the interface of engineering with life and medical sciences. The central aim of the Department is to apply interdisciplinary expertise and thinking to make new discoveries and provide innovative solutions that will improve healthcare and social wellbeing. 

Our research covers a breadth of areas in biomaterials and tissue engineering; biomechanics and mechanobiology; bionics, biomedical imaging and neuroengineering; systems and synthetic biology. We have strong national and international linkages with industry, hospitals, research institutes, and universities. 

We teach students within the Bioengineering Systems undergraduate majors in the Bachelor of Science and the Bachelor of Biomedicine, and offer two Masters programs: Master of Engineering (Biomedical) and Master of Engineering (Biomedical with Business). 

Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, being a parent or having caring responsibilities.

The University of Melbourne is committed to fostering a barrier-free and inclusive recruitment process. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates throughout the application and interview stages, including accessible document formats and alternative application methods.  To discuss your specific requirements, please feel free to contact Bec Tucker – or send an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments' to hr-.  You can find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments on our Careers website:

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.

For further information, including our Indigenous strategy please visit -

If you are a member of an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community and would like any support, please feel free to contact our Indigenous Employment & Development team via email at oied-

Working at the University – what you need to know
This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

Join Us and unlock your career potential
Is this the perfect opportunity for you? Apply today Including the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
• The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description)

^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to

If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Nick Petersen via email at hr-, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.

If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.

Applications close: Friday 31 October :55 PM / Melbourne time zone.

Position Description