Manager, Chemical and Materials Analysis Facilities

• Permanent/continuing full time appointment
• Level 8/9: $117,918- $146, % superannuation

About the University

UOW is a leading Australian University with a history of outstanding achievement in teaching, learning and research output across a truly global footprint. UOW attracts students from over 130 countries and is committed to providing our diverse student body with an engaging world-class and internationally oriented learning experience. With international campuses in Dubai, Hong-Kong, India and Malaysia, and a range of metropolitan and regional campuses in Australia including Wollongong, the Southern Highlands, the South Coast, southern and south-western Sydney, and Sydney CBD, UOW is committed to delivering benefit for all of our communities.

About the Division

The Research Infrastructure Division is a newly centralised, university-level division that reflects UOW's strong commitment to advancing and optimising its major research infrastructure and assets. The Division is driving a step-change in how research facilities are managed—enhancing accessibility, efficiency, and financial sustainability across the University's core platforms.

Through strategic leadership and expert coordination, the Division oversees key operational teams and facilities including the Electron Microscopy Centre, ANFF Materials Node, Materials Analysis Facilities, and the Human and Animal Facility. This unified approach ensures UOW's state-of-the-art infrastructure continues to enable high-impact research and strengthen collaborations with industry and external partners.

About the Opportunity

As Manager, Chemical and Materials Analysis Facilities, you will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight of advanced instrumentation and analytical services that underpin UOW's research excellence. Leading a team of skilled technical officers, you will ensure the delivery of high-quality support to both internal researchers and external partners. You will drive continuous improvement in processes, training, and equipment performance to maximise accessibility, reliability, and impact. Working collaboratively with academic and industry stakeholders, you will align facility capabilities with UOW's strategic research priorities while identifying opportunities for commercial engagement and sustainable revenue growth. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional with a strong background in chemistry, materials science, or related disciplines who is ready to step into a management role in a dynamic research environment.

What You'll Bring

• A PhD (or equivalent experience) in chemistry, materials science, or a related field.
• Proven leadership in managing technical teams and scientific operations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage financial resources including budget oversight and cost-recovery model implementation
• Understanding of academic research environments and ability to support diverse research disciplines and methodologies is desirable
• Experience in managing a complex scientific or technical facility, preferably within characterisation, analytical, or materials science environments
• Strong skills in communication, stakeholder engagement, and financial management.

Position Description

How to Apply

To apply, please submit an up-to-date CV and a cover letter (maximum four pages) outlining how your skills and experience align with the selection criteria in the position description.

For further information about this role, please contact EJ Park, P&C Business Partner, at

Closing Date: Friday 24 October 2025, 12:00pm

Note: Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.  Only candidates with valid work rights in Australia are eligible to apply.

The University of Wollongong is committed to workplace equity, diversity and inclusion.  We value and acknowledge the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents and cultures that they bring to work with them each day. Embracing diversity and creating inclusion is a key component of attracting and retaining talent in our workforce. The creation of a diverse and inclusive workforce is central to our ability to unlock potential, enhance our success and achieving our vision of being in the Top 1% of universities globally.