Role type: Full Time; Continuing
Location: Parkville
Faculty: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences
Department: Department of Microbiology and Immunology
Salary: UoM 8 - $125,191 - $135,504 plus 17% super

• Apply now to lead quality and compliance systems that strengthen disease surveillance and protect community health.

• Compliance innovation in a digital and AI enabled environment / support impactful public health and global training

• Investing in you – 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

The University of Melbourne
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Your next career opportunity
You will lead the Quality Management System across MDU PHL, shaping safe, robust public health laboratory services. You will partner with scientific and IT leaders to embed digital, data-driven and AI-enabled quality improvements.

What you will deliver:

• Lead, maintain, and continuously improve the Quality Management System, aligning with ISO and NATA requirements.

• Design and implement quality frameworks, audits, and corrective actions that strengthen compliance across MDU PHL services.

• Provide expert advice, training and mentorship on quality systems to staff and partner laboratories, locally and internationally.

• Collaborate with IT and scientific leads to deliver digital, data-informed and AI-enabled operational improvements.

• Support broader laboratory operations, governance and risk management, including performance monitoring and stakeholder engagement.
   

You may be a great fit if you:

• Hold a science or applied science degree and extensive experience with laboratory quality management systems.

• Demonstrate deep knowledge of ISO17025, ISO15189, NATA accreditation and microbiology regulatory requirements, including DAFF and SSBA.

• Leverage data, systems, and reporting tools to identify insights and drive efficiency in quality and compliance.

• Build strong relationships across scientific, technical and external stakeholder groups.

• Manage competing priorities with exceptional time management, analytical skills, and meticulous attention to regulatory detail.

• Utilise advanced computer literacy and quality or business systems, ideally including digital automation and emerging AI tools.

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 fulfilment, including:

• Build future financial security with 17% superannuation

• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being

• Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning

• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave

• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company

• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

For more information check out our benefits page!

Your new team

You will join the Microbiological Diagnostic Unit Public Health Laboratory within the Doherty Institute’s vibrant ecosystem. The laboratory delivers critical diagnostic, surveillance and advisory services that underpin public health responses across Victoria and beyond.
You will collaborate with leading microbiologists, and epidemiologists, supported by strong digital and data capabilities. The School of Biomedical Sciences fosters innovation, collegiality and inclusive values, offering rich opportunities for professional growth.

Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. The diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb.

We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. Learn more about how we support an accessible recruitment process.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Visit our Indigenous staff page to learn more about our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with Korin Korin, our Indigenous Employment and Development team, via [email protected]

Application essentials:

• Visit "apply with us" to learn more about the process, including tips and FAQs.

• You must have current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

• A Working with Children Check is required for all positions. If successful, we will guide you through the process and reimburse you.

• Please upload your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and experience as part of the application process.

• Please upload a separate document addressing the Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description.

Want to know more?

• For questions related to our recruitment process email Corey Menadue at [email protected]

• For recruitment adjustments contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at [email protected] (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments').

Apply today, and join a community that’s shaping the future.

Applications close:  Sunday 11 October at 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone.

Position Description:

PD_JR-017587 Manager, Quality & Compliance.docx

PD_JR-017587 Manager, Quality & Compliance.pdf