Anatomical and Surgical Skills Laboratory Manager
- Reference number: 26049
- Term: Ongoing, full-time basis
- Remuneration: $138,193 to $156,633 pa (HEW8) (inclusive of $116,774 to $132,357 salary pa, 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading)
- Location: MERF, Prince Charles Hospital
- Open to: Applicants who have ongoing full-time work rights in Australia. In support of our strategic priority of Indigenous Australian success, Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
Who are we looking for?
We are seeking a Anatomical and Surgical Skills Laboratory Manager to join Research Infrastructure, Research Portfolio, Academic Division.
We are looking for a professional and enthusiastic new Manager of the Anatomical and Surgical Skills Laboratory (ASSL) to join the Medical Engineering Research Facility of the Queensland University of Technology. The ASSL Manager provides leadership to impact on many people’s lives through the hosting of: - practical bioskills workshops for industry clients, medical societies and hospital groups, - anatomy education, and - research and development. We are looking for a person who can maintain, strengthen and develop new client relationships to ensure the continued growth and success of the laboratory in each of these areas. The successful candidate demonstrates exceptional professional integrity, has strong team management skills and comprehensive knowledge of compliance obligations. They will lead by example, fostering client focus and professional standards within the team. The respectful treatment of the donors of QUT’s Body Bequest Program is at the core of all activities in the laboratory. If you are passionate about advancing surgical education and research, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join our team at QUT.
We’re offering this role as a hybrid position as part of QUT’s commitment to embracing the opportunities created by a more virtual and connected world.
About us
QUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a 'real world' focus. We are an ambitious and collaborative institution that seeks to equip our students and graduates with the skills they will need in an increasingly disrupted and challenged world.
The Medical Engineering Research Facility (MERF) at The Prince Charles Hospital is one of the distributed sites of QUT's Research Infrastructure unit. The facility provides a comprehensive suite of facilities with unique capabilities to support researchers in taking novel concepts from basic research to clinical implementation. MERF’s Anatomical Surgical Skills Laboratory (ASSL) provides a realistic environment for academic research, anatomy teaching and/or practical skills training of new and existing surgical medical procedures or implants for health professionals, resulting in better quality of care for patients.
What you need to succeed
- Education, training and/or relevant experience equivalent to the completion of postgraduate qualifications in a relevant discipline or progress towards postgraduate qualifications and extensive relevant experience in managing the financial, physical and human resources of an anatomy, healthcare or surgical skills training facility, or of another facility in a related field with comparable compliance requirements and complexity.
- Demonstrated knowledge or the ability to quickly acquire knowledge of the Queensland Transplantation & Anatomy Act 1979 and associated regulations, including reporting and record keeping obligations.
- Demonstrated ability to build and lead high?performing teams, uphold strong client service and ethical standards, foster a positive team culture, manage performance through feedback, allocate workloads effectively, and identify development needs to deliver quality business outcomes.
- Demonstrated organisational skills and the ability to coordinate a diverse range of complex activities using limited resources, with a focus on the client’s needs while maintaining the highest level of compliance and respect.
- Well-developed oral communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to clearly communicate, consult and negotiate to establish and maintain long-lasting business relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders both internal and external to the organisation.
- Demonstrated high level written skills, including the ability to write correspondence, reports and policy documents in a clear concise manner.
- Proven digital literacy skills with effective use of information technology (Microsoft Teams/Sharepoint) and other corporate systems.
Life at QUT
We're committed to building a culture that fosters connection between people and purpose. Beyond personal and professional fulfillment, a career at QUT offers:
- A healthy work-life balance with a blend of on-campus and off-campus work arrangements for applicable positions.
- Competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation and leave loading of 17.5%.
- Generous parental leave including primary carer parental leave of up to 26 weeks (including 17% super).
- Stay healthy with Fitness Passport and enjoy discounted rates on private health insurance.
- Purchased Leave Scheme - up to 8 extra weeks.
- Salary Packaging Scheme for additional superannuation contributions, vehicle leasing, and on-campus services such as childcare, parking, and gyms.
- Numerous opportunities for professional development including leadership programs and workshops, and our study assistance scheme.
- Commitment to our Indigenous Australian staff through initiatives such as the Indigenous Australian Staff Network, Cultural and Ceremonial Leave, Staff Development Workshops, and representation on university committees.
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Belong at QUT
We are guided by our values of Ambition, Integrity, Inclusiveness, Innovation, and Academic Freedom and our QUT Connections in our mission to inspire and shape the next generation of change-makers.
As part of our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace, we proudly support our Indigenous Australians Employment Strategy, aiming for an Indigenous Australian workforce participation of 3.6%. We extend a warm invitation to Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people to join us in pursuing a rewarding career at QUT.
We believe that diversity is our strength and are dedicated to creating safe, inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive. We strongly encourage individuals from diverse cultures, ages, linguistic backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities, and those who are living with disabilities to apply for positions at QUT.
At QUT, diversity is not just embraced—it's celebrated. See our commitment
How to Apply
Discover the possibilities that await with a career at QUT. If you're ready to embark on a journey of innovation and opportunity, we're excited to meet you.
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Job opens: 12-Feb-2026
Applications Close: 05-Mar-2026 at 11.30pm
