Scientific Facility Manager

Scientific Facility Manager

• Lead Unique Government Innovation, Landmark and Research Infrastructure Centre
• Utilise your Research, Operational and Managerial Experience
• Fantastic Benefits with Onsite Parking, Swimming Pool & Café

 

THE CLIENT

Our client is a world-class government facility that partners with the best Australian scientists to utilise the newest technologies and provide big outcomes.

This government-run research centre works towards building our industries and improving our environment. Additionally, with their state-of-the-art technology, our client improves health and saves lives.

 

THE OPPORTUNITY

Based in a beautiful suburb, South-West of Sydney, this is a full-time ongoing position.

Reporting to the Head of Research Infrastructure, you will be responsible for a number of Platform Managers and Specialist Scientists as well as a substantial number of indirect reports.

Your core duties will be overseeing the delivery of national research infrastructure capabilities to a national and international user community.

You will also be required to maintain and develop a professional network across our client’s different divisions with a vision to share knowledge and deliver partnered outcomes.

The person in this role will maintain a culture of high performance that encourages innovation, a strong collegiate environment and collaboration with relevant internal and external stakeholders.

 

REQUIREMENTS

To be considered for this opportunity you must be willing to undergo appropriate federal government clearance and shall also need to address the following criteria: –

• A PhD in a relevant scientific field
• Prior experience operating and managing a large scientific research facility
• Proven experience at a senior level in the management of large teams including developing and mentoring of staff
• Experience with developing and implementing operational programs and research projects with a focus on innovation, cost-effectiveness and targeted outcomes
• Demonstrated experience with grant writing to obtain funding for ongoing programs
• Experience in financial management, forecasting, planning, and cost control
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills

 

APPLICATIONS

For a confidential discussion about this exciting opportunity please contact Jo on 0411 197 171.

Alternatively, if you would like to enquire electronically, please email [email protected]

In any communications relating to this opportunity, kindly cite the following job reference:

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To apply for this role, please click the ‘Apply Now‘ button then send your current resume and a cover letter to CS Executive Group.

 

THANK YOU

CS Executive Group would like to thank you in advance for taking the time to apply for this role. Unfortunately, due to the large volume of correspondence our recruitment team receives on a daily basis, we genuinely cannot respond to each application—only those applicants being considered for shortlisting as candidates are contacted.

However, if on this occasion you’re unsuccessful, please note your details will be added to our Talent Pool database.