Ref 1966/24 Facility Research Manager, Mass Spectrometry Unit, Office of Research Services

• Full-Time Ongoing Position | Based at Westerns Campbelltown Campus
• Remuneration: $130,740 to $145,135 p.a. Inclusive of Super + Leave Loading
• WFH Options | Flex Leave | Professional Development Opportunities | 17% Super Contributions

• Full-Time Ongoing Position | Based at Westerns Campbelltown Campus
• $130,740 to $145,135 p.a. Inclusive of Super + Leave Loading
• Working at WSU means you’ll be part of an organisation that’s ranked in the top 2% of universities worldwide!

Western Sydney University is a modern, forward-thinking, research-led institution committed to excellence in education, research, and community impact. We are proud to be ranked in the top 2% of universities worldwide and hold the top position in the Times Higher Education Impact rankings, with 85% of its research being at or above world standard. At Western Sydney University, we recognise that unlocking your true potential is the key to your success, just as we do for our students. Our core values - Boldness, Fairness, Integrity, and Excellence – serve as guiding principles for our organisational culture and influence the work we do. With a team of 3,500 dedicated staff members, we foster a dynamic, inclusive, and innovative culture deeply rooted in research and dedicated to student-centred excellence. It's the perfect environment for you to thrive professionally. If you are a dedicated and forward-thinking academic seeking a career that can make a meaningful difference, we invite you to discover the abundant opportunities, innovation, and impact that await you at Western Sydney University.

About the Position
Westerns Research Infrastructure team is seeking an experienced Facility Research Manager to join their Mass Spectrometry Unit. This unit plays a vital role within the University, supporting various research activities across molecular sciences, biology, chemistry, forensics, and biophotonics.

The Facility Research Manager will oversee and maintain the operational performance of the Mass Spectrometry Facility and its instrumentation. Responsibilities include managing the facility, supporting high quality research, providing training for academic and HDR student users, collaborating with Research Services to generate revenue through the provision of sample analysis for external clients, driving innovative research approaches, participating in technical support and committee meetings, and contributing to future strategic planning. Additionally, the manager will handle budgeting, stakeholder engagement, sample analysis, and compliance documentation.

This is a full-time, ongoing position based at Westerns Campbelltown Campus, although travel to other campuses of the University may be required.
Please review the position description for further information.

About You
The Successful candidate will have a postgraduate qualification in a relevant area of study relating to the services provided by the facility with substantial experience, and/or an equivalent combination of relevant experience/education/training. Applicants are expected to have experience working in and managing technical facilities such as laboratory­ based science facilities with the ability to plan strategic developments. An in-depth knowledge and experience with mass spectrometry and of liquid and/or gas chromatography coupled to mass spectrometry, and their range of applications is essential. 

If this sounds like an opportunity for you, we want to hear from you! Apply now ensuring you carefully address each of the selection criteria in your application.

Culture 
Western Sydney University highly values equity and inclusiveness. We have a proud history of doing so and consider this an important part of our social and civic responsibilities as a University. We strive to contribute to tackling inequalities and promoting wellbeing within our own institution, the Greater Western Sydney region, nationally and internationally. If you share our passion for creating a more equitable and inclusive world, and if you are ready to contribute to meaningful change, join us in our mission to promote equity, inclusiveness, and wellbeing. 

What We Offer in Return
At Western Sydney University, we deeply value our staff and recognise their invaluable contributions that drive our mission and uphold our values. In return for your dedication, we offer:

• 35 hour work week
• Flex leave for Professional staff
• Flexible work arrangements
• 17% super contributions
• Professional development opportunities

HEW Level 8 $130,740 to $145,135 p.a. (comprising Salary of $110,477 to $122,641 p.a., plus Superannuation and Leave Loading)

Position Enquiries: Please direct enquires about the role to Dr Juan Cooper, Senior Manager, Research Infrastructure via email at [email protected] 

Recruitment Enquiries: Specific enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to the Recruitment Team at [email protected] 

Closing Date: 8:30pm, Sunday 9 June 2024

Working Rights in Australia - Eligibility 
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For an ongoing/continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident and provide evidence at time of application. 

Please note, only those applications submitted via the WSU online recruitment system will be accepted.

Click here to view Position Description Opens in new window

Western Sydney University is committed to diversity and social inclusion. Applications from people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds; equity target groups including women, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQ, and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged.

If you require assistance in using the System, please email [email protected] or phone the Recruitment Helpline on (02) 9852 5422. Please note, we do not accept applications for roles to the [email protected] email.  This site is optimised for all the latest browsers including Edge, Safari, Firefox and Chrome. Note that earlier versions of any of the browsers mentioned are supported, but likely to demonstrate slower response times.