About the role:

Are you ready to make a significant impact within a high-performing organisation? We are seeking a dynamic Laboratory Manager who will have the opportunity to influence laboratory performance and drive innovation. You will work alongside a supportive leadership team, enjoying the autonomy to implement meaningful changes, deliver operational excellence, and achieve outstanding results.

About us:

Emeritus Research improves world health and accelerates medical advancements by expertly managing clinical trials.

We work with top global pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies and have facilitated a myriad of trials that have brought today’s leading medications to market.

Being privately owned by an ambitious and supportive board, we have the flexibility to be innovative and pivot when required. Over the past six years, Emeritus Research has seen exponential growth in capacity, staffing, and trial opportunities. We have a nimble approach to trial implementation, whilst ensuring safety and quality are delivered in our services.

Emeritus has diversified roles within the company to ensure every step of the trial is approached with expertise. Every team member is valued for their contribution and solution-focused approach.

Want to know what your day could look like? You will be:

Building, mentoring, and leading a motivated, accountable, and engaged team.

Promoting cross-functional collaboration, professional development, and a high-trust working environment.

Implementing quality systems to reduce sample handling, processing, and shipping queries.

Developing and implementing SOPs, guidelines, and training portfolios to ensure compliance and competency.

Collaborating with multidisciplinary and management teams to achieve excellent data quality, meet recruitment goals, and maintain patient safety standards in clinical trials.

Reviewing and updating lab practices, procedures, and equipment to ensure competitiveness and efficiency.

What sort of person will be a great fit for this role and our team? Someone who:

Has a strong eye for detail, ensuring accuracy and minimising errors.

Recognises areas for improvement and suggests changes to optimise efficiency.

Thinks ahead to help manage risks and prevents problems before they happen.

Takes pride in their work, always striving for the highest standard and quality.

Has strategic awareness to ensure the business goals of Emeritus Research are being met.

Possesses a natural sense of optimism that sets the tone for the team.

Easily builds rapport with others to establish comfortable working relationships.

What do we need from you?

Tertiary qualifications in science (or equivalent).

At least 5 years of laboratory experience.

Clinical trial experience.

Experience in clinical trials laboratory or clinical trials management/team lead experience.

Highly effective communication skills.

Australian citizen or permanent Australian resident.

Keen to join the team?

Click the APPLY button, include your resume and cover letter detailing your experience and why you wish to join Emeritus Research. A salary negotiable based on your experience and qualifications will be discussed.

We look forward to hearing from you!