The Flow Cytometry Hub sits within Garvan’s Genomics Platform and provides expertise in flow cytometry and cell sorting for both internal and external research groups. The team is also responsible for identifying and implementing new technologies and protocols.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Flow Cytometry Lead is responsible for leading and developing the Flow Cytometry team, enabling innovative translational research. This role ensures the highest standards of technical excellence, user support, and scientific engagement.

Key responsibilities include:

Establishing strategic direction for flow cytometry at Garvan

Developing a roadmap for instrument lifecycle to ensure the facility stays current

Managing a core team of scientists and technologists

Developing and running effective training for researchers

Facilitating process integration with cellular genomics

Operating as a fee for service facility, the team supports both internal and external researchers. The Lead will work collaboratively with researchers to enable high-impact science by providing expert advice on experimental design and data analysis. In addition, the team actively contributes to research and development of new technologies, assays, and protocols within the field.

Salary: Up to $160,000 + 12% super + salary packaging (depending on experience)

Employment Type: 2-year fixed term

SNAPSHOT OF BENEFITS

Generous salary packaging to save you income tax on your wages thereby boosting your monthly take home pay (max. $15,900 general expenses + $2,650 meals/accom)

Ample opportunities for on-going training and development

Stimulating, diverse and highly international research environment

Flexible work arrangements e.g. start / finish times

18 weeks paid parental leave for both parents including paid superannuation

A range of additional leave types to meet your personal needs including cultural leave, conference leave, community service and study leave

Discounted Health Insurance

Lifestyle discounts with our community partners

WHAT YOU WILL DO

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITES

Key responsibilities include:

Operational and Strategic Management

Work with the Head of Genomics Platform to establish strategic direction for the Flow Cytometry Hub within the Genomics Platform to support and enable researchers across Garvan. This will include staffing, instrumentation, operational efficiency, planning for equipment upgrades, service expansion, and adoption of emerging technologies.

Management of flow cytometry and cell sorting services relating to research support, recruitment, workflows, governance (including safety and other risk management) and delegation of work.

Work closely with the Cellular, Sequencing and R&D Leads, and members of the Data Science Platform to ensure effective and seamless service provision across the genomics landscape.

Management and Development of Staff

Guide and develop a high-performance work culture, aligned to Garvan’s values and focused on the achievement of the Platforms strategic plan.

Coordinate the annual performance planning (goal setting) and review of direct reports’ performance and achievements, in consultation with the Head of Genomics Platform.

Build and maintain a strong functional team through effective recruitment, coaching and team building.

Develop and maintain operating processes and procedures.

Financial Management

Provide strategic advice and direction in the development, overall management and
responsibility of the Flow Cytometry team budget and forecasts in line with Platform objectives and key performance indicators.

Advise the Head of Genomics Platform on strategic planning aligned with the Genomics Platform budget and provide direction on the budget process in line with the Platform goals, including contribution to annual reviews.

Business Planning

Proactively identify opportunities for change within the Platform that will help enhance its ability to meet strategic goals.

Analyse and provide appropriate information to the Head of Genomics Platform to inform decision-making e.g. financial, human resources, trend/operational data

Engagement, Collaboration & Communication

Relationship Management - advise the Head of Genomics Platform regarding the operational, financial and staffing matters for which they are responsible.

Develop and maintain all relevant internal and external relationships to understand and meet the Platforms needs of stakeholder groups.

Provide expert technical consultation and support business development within the Platform.

ABOUT YOU

EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED

The key skills and experience include:

Senior professional scientist with a PhD or equivalent qualification in immunology, cell biology, biotechnology, or a related field.

Extensive proven experience with flow cytometry and cell sorting technologies, including experimental, QC and initial data analysis software.

Demonstrated experience in a management position, with financial and people leadership accountabilities.

Demonstrated success bringing onboard new technologies.

High order critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to develop innovative solutions.

Demonstrated organisational ability and strong project management skills, including the capacity to manage multiple projects and deliver on deadlines.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including demonstrated experience in liaison, negotiation and conflict resolution with staff at all levels.

Well-developed written communication skills.

Highly developed computer literacy skills with the ability to access and manipulate data from laboratory systems.

Experience in managing and developing staff by creating an environment in which staff want to achieve their best.

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and cooperatively in teams across an
organisation to deliver shared goals.

Applicants should demonstrate commitment to cultural diversity and ethical practice
principles and demonstrate knowledge of equal employment opportunity and
workplace health and safety, appropriate to the level of the appointment.

Skills required

Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills

Capacity for carrying out duties under minimal supervision

Ability to prepare and present written reports and oral presentations

Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work cooperatively with other team members

Excellent organisational and time management skills

ABOUT GARVAN

Garvan Institute of Medical Research is an independent Medical Research Institute (MRI) in Sydney, delivering scientific and clinical impact on a global basis and in partnership with organisations that share our vision. We are proud to be one of Australia’s largest and most highly regarded MRI’s.

Our vision is global leadership in discoveries to impact and our enduring purpose is to impact human health, by harnessing information encoded in our genome.

We seek to see our world-class discovery research achieve life-changing impacts, not only for individual patients with rare diseases, but for the many thousands affected by complex, common disease.

Garvan promotes a diverse workplace and is committed to the principles of equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging. We are always looking for culture ‘add’, not culture ‘fit’ and are building diverse teams with great sets of complementary styles and skills to help deliver our important work effectively.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply for this position, please submit your application with a CV and cover letter as one document, stating why you are interested in this role. If you think you’re the right person for this role, we’d love to hear how your capabilities, achievements and experience set you apart. Only applicants with full working rights in Australia are eligible to apply for this role.